Wallum Lake Beach is a freshwater pond beach in Douglas, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot ~$9/day MA-resident, $30/day non-resident per DCR fee schedule (some listings show $8, figure has varied by year, confirm at gate)
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Getting in
Parking
Paid lot
Cost~$9/day MA-resident, $30/day non-resident per DCR fee schedule (some listings show $8, figure has varied by year, confirm at gate)
Wallum Lake day-use beach in Douglas State Forest (DCR-managed); gates open 9am; once the lot fills, the park closes for new arrivals for the day.
Common questions
Is Wallum Lake Beach in Douglas open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-07-16). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there parking at Wallum Lake Beach, and what does it cost?
Paid lot (~$9/day MA-resident, $30/day non-resident per DCR fee schedule (some listings show $8, figure has varied by year, confirm at gate)). Wallum Lake day-use beach in Douglas State Forest (DCR-managed); gates open 9am; once the lot fills, the park closes for new arrivals for the day.
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