Micozzi Beach is Billerica's freshwater town beach on Nutting Lake, with a sandy swim area, lifeguards in summer, and warm shallow water that suits young children. It also has courts, a playground, and boat rentals, and the lake is subject to seasonal cyanobacteria advisories.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot Paid during swim season
Swimming
Water not monitored by DPH
Hours
During the swim season the beach is staffed roughly 10am to 6pm; some town sources list lifeguards on duty until 7pm. Hours vary by staffing and weather.
Season
Swimming season runs from about mid-June (Father's Day) through August 31, when lifeguards are on duty; the beach is otherwise closed for swimming.
Accessibility
Accessibility details for parking, the path to the water, and restrooms are not documented; contact Recreation to confirm.
Dogs
Dogs are allowed in all town parks but must be leashed on a lead no longer than 6 feet. Dogs are not permitted at Micozzi Beach during the swimming season.
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed Summer, rentals on site
Fishing
Allowed Shore and cartop access; electric motors only on the lake
Ball Sports
Allowed Volleyball and basketball courts
Managed by
Billerica Recreation Department (248 Boston Rd)
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Parking
Paid lot
CostPaid during swim seasonStickerRecreation Department parking pass
Micozzi Beach lot (Middlesex Turnpike)
Micozzi Beach lot (Middlesex Turnpike)
CostPaid during swim seasonSpacesmoderate lot on site
A day pass runs about $3 and a season pass about $35, purchased at the beach or the Recreation Office; one listing cited $5 per day, so confirm the current rate with Recreation.
Access points along this beach
Main entrance off Middlesex Turnpike
Cartop boat launch / shore fishing at the beach
Cartop craft can be carried in; a parking fee applies in swim season
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Bathhouse at the beach
Showers
Outdoor rinse showers
Picnic area
Picnic area and gazebo; groups over 10 need a permit
Boat rentals
Kayak, canoe, paddleboat and stand-up paddleboard rentals in season · seasonal
Sport Court
Beach volleyball and basketball courts
Common questions
Is Micozzi Beach in Billerica 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.
Yes, there is a lifeguarded swim area in summer. Nutting Lake does get cyanobacteria advisories, so check for a posted closure before you go in.
Is it good for young kids?
The water is shallow and warm near shore and there is a playground and picnic area, which makes it a common pick for families with small children.
A parking pass is required in swim season, roughly $3 for a day pass or $35 for the season, sold at the beach or the Recreation Office. Confirm the current rate with Recreation.
Not during the swimming season. Town rules keep dogs out of the beach while it is operating.
Are there restrooms at Micozzi Beach?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
What rules should I know at Micozzi Beach?
Nutting Lake is subject to seasonal cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) and bacteria advisories; the beach has been closed by state health monitoring, including in August 2025. Check current advisories before swimming. Lifeguards are only present during the posted summer season; no lifeguard outside…