The town's main guarded swim beach on Silver Lake, with a splash pad, two playgrounds and picnic areas. Lifeguards are on duty from late June through Labor Day.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free with seasonal pass
Swimming
Water not monitored by DPH
Hours
9am to 7pm or dark, whichever comes first; gate closes at 4pm on July 4th
Season
Closed November through May; lifeguards on duty late June through Labor Day
Dogs
not allowed except working/service animals
Fishing
Allowed per MA Fish and Wildlife rules; license required age 15+
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed unconfirmed
Managed by
Bellingham Parks and Recreation / Department of Public Works
WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree with seasonal passStickerseasonal beach parking pass required, issued by DPW, valid June 15 to September 1
Silver Lake Park lot
Details unconfirmed
Silver Lake Park lot
Costfree with seasonal passSpaces25 to 50 vehicles
4 of the spaces are accessible. Pass covers both Silver Lake Park and Arcand Park.
What's here
Facilities
Picnic area
Picnic tables and grills.
Common questions
Is Silver Lake Park in Bellingham open today?
open to the public; water quality here is not monitored by MA DPH (updated 2026-08-14). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Do I need a pass to swim at Silver Lake Park?
Swimming itself is free, but parking requires a seasonal beach pass from the Department of Public Works, valid June 15 through September 1.
Is Silver Lake Park's swim area DPH-monitored?
No. Silver Lake Park is not on an MA DPH sampling route, so there is no published state water-quality status. The town posts closures at the beach.
Are there restrooms at Silver Lake Park?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What rules should I know at Silver Lake Park?
Outside late-June-to-Labor-Day lifeguard hours, the beach is swim-at-your-own-risk. Smoking, alcohol, littering, ATVs, dirt bikes and gasoline engines banned. A permit is required for birthday parties or other organized gatherings.
Are dogs allowed at Silver Lake Park?
not allowed except working/service animals
Is there an entry fee at Silver Lake Park?
No, entry is free.