Cold River Pool is a freshwater pond beach in Charlemont, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Dogs
No dog may be allowed to roam at large on another person's land without that person's permission, or on any portion of a public highway. The by-law names no leash and no leash length. Hunting and sporting dogs are excepted while working.
Getting in
Parking
Free
Natural river swimming area within Mohawk Trail State Forest (DCR); listed as unguarded all season (5/23–9/7/26). Mohawk Trail doesn't appear on DCR's parking-fee schedule, indicating free day-use parking (small lot). Campground fee…
Common questions
Is Cold River Pool in Charlemont open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there parking at Cold River Pool, and what does it cost?
Free. Natural river swimming area within Mohawk Trail State Forest (DCR); listed as unguarded all season (5/23–9/7/26). Mohawk Trail doesn't appear on DCR's parking-fee schedule, indicating free day-use parking (small lot). Campground fee…
Can you swim at Cold River Pool?
Yes. Cold River Pool has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Are dogs allowed at Cold River Pool?
No dog may be allowed to roam at large on another person's land without that person's permission, or on any portion of a public highway. The by-law names no leash and no leash length. Hunting and sporting dogs are excepted while working.