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Oyster Pond Beach

Massachusetts · Town Beach · Beach · Open to all

GrillingPropane & charcoalGrills provided on site
On the waterSwimming · Fishing
AccessOpen to allCalm, shallow harbor-side pond beach off Stage…

About this place

Named in the town rules as one of two spots (with Chase Park) where the Parks & Recreation Dept. maintains public charcoal grills in addition to allowing personal grills.

Good to know

SwimmingLimited Swimming is allowed in designated swim areas marked by buoys at Cockle Cove Beach, Harding Beach, Oyster Pond Beach, Ridgevale Beach, and Schoolhouse Pond Beach. No person shall enter the water in an area designated by the Park and Recreation Commission as a no swimming zone.
FishingOK After the official closing time (10:00 p.m.) only persons actively engaged in fishing activities shall be permitted on beaches.
AlcoholPermit Alcoholic beverages are banned in park or beach areas at any time except with the written permission of the Board of Selectmen.
DogsLimited Dogs, cats, horses and other livestock, domestic animals and pets are banned from May 1st to September 15th of each year in beach areas, with the exception of service animals and police K-9 animals. Domestic animals are banned on the playing fields. Dogs are allowed at Jackknife Harbor Beach before 9:00am and after 6:00pm from May 1st to September 15th. Domesticated animals in park or beach areas must be restrained.

Hours

  • 6:00 AM–10:00 PMbeaches and beach parking areas; closed from 10pm until one hour before sunrise
  • 6:00 AM–10:00 PMparks (except Veterans Field); closed 10pm-6am

What's here

Provided grills
Picnic tables
Parking

Location

Oyster Pond Beach
RegionMassachusetts
Coordinates41.6806° N, 69.9631° W
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Common questions

Can you grill at Oyster Pond Beach?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Oyster Pond Beach. Grills are already provided on site. No permit for personal contained grills; groups of 10+ need written Parks & Recreation permission. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

No permit for personal contained grills; groups of 10+ need written Parks & Recreation permission.

Can you swim at Oyster Pond Beach?

Swimming is allowed in designated swim areas marked by buoys at Cockle Cove Beach, Harding Beach, Oyster Pond Beach, Ridgevale Beach, and Schoolhouse Pond Beach. No person shall enter the water in an area designated by the Park and Recreation Commission as a no swimming zone.

Are dogs allowed?

Dogs, cats, horses and other livestock, domestic animals and pets are banned from May 1st to September 15th of each year in beach areas, with the exception of service animals and police K-9 animals. Domestic animals are banned on the playing fields. Dogs are allowed at Jackknife Harbor Beach before 9:00am and after 6:00pm from May 1st to September 15th. Domesticated animals in park or beach areas must be restrained.

What are the hours at Oyster Pond Beach?

6:00 AM–10:00 PM · beaches and beach parking areas; closed from 10pm until one hour before sunrise; 6:00 AM–10:00 PM · parks (except Veterans Field); closed 10pm-6am.

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