Massachusetts Swimming Holes
Massachusetts has 2 named swimming holes on record across 2 counties. Types include rivers and lake coves. 1 swimming hole is free to visit. 2 have a closure or hazard note on file.
- Closed, or no soaking or swimming
No swimming holes match.
| Name | Water type | Access | Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Development River | Access paved road | Fee Free admission (Trustees reservation). | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Lake cove | Access paved road | Fee Parking fee charged seasonally (confirm current Mass DCR rates) | Status Closure or warning on file |
Photo credits (1)
- Walden Pond: ptwo from Allahabad, India, CC BY 2.0
Common questions
Where are the swimming holes in Massachusetts?
2 named swimming holes are on record: Chapel Brook Falls and Walden Pond.
Are there free swimming holes in Massachusetts?
Yes. No fee on record for Chapel Brook Falls. Each page cites its source.
Are any swimming holes in Massachusetts closed?
A closure or hazard note is on file for Chapel Brook Falls and Walden Pond. Each page has the dated detail.
