A shuttered Charles River swimming beach on Cow Island Pond in West Roxbury, popular from the 1930s through the 1950s and closed since over water-quality concerns; a later replacement pool also closed decades ago, leaving overgrown trails and a boarded-up bathhouse.
What to expect
Season
Effectively unprogrammed; no formal season or gate; DCR is studying accessible parking, trails and non-swimming recreation for the site
Managed by
DCR (Charles River Reservation)
617-333-7405 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town's beach pages before you go.
Common questions
Is Havey Beach in Boston 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.
What rules should I know at Havey Beach?
Boarded-up former bathhouse and poorly maintained trails; site not actively programmed for recreation and swimming is not planned even under redevelopment.
Can you swim at Havey Beach?
No. Havey Beach's own access rules say swimming is not permitted here (n/a).
Is there an entry fee at Havey Beach?
No, entry is free.