Dudley's town beach sits on Merino Pond, a 70-acre warm-water pond, with parking behind Mason Road Elementary School. It's open to Dudley residents and their guests only, with lifeguards on duty in summer and swimming confined to a roped-off area.
What to expect
Swimming
No current MA DPH posting
Hours
Sunday to Sunday, 7am to dusk; lifeguards on duty 10am-6pm
Season
summer season, lifeguard supervised; exact opening/closing dates not posted online
Lifeguard
on duty 10am-6pm in season
Dogs
no pets or animals of any kind permitted
Fishing
Allowed designated areas only
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed non-motorized boating permitted on Merino Pond outside the beach's designated swim area
Managed by
Dudley Recreation Commission
508-949-8000 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is Merino Pond in Dudley open today?
Merino Pond is not currently listed in the MA DPH beach postings, which last listed it on 2026-09-02. There is no current swim advisory or all-clear to report for it. MA DPH is the authority.
Is Dudley's town beach open to the public?
It's open to Dudley residents and their accompanying guests only; police routinely ticket out-of-town vehicles.
Where do I park for Dudley's town beach?
Parking is behind Mason Road Elementary School.
Can I bring my dog to the town beach?
No, pets and animals of any kind are not permitted.
What rules should I know at Merino Pond?
alcohol, gambling, motor vehicles, ground fires, loitering, pets/animals, flotation devices, ball playing, boats in the swimming area, personal grills, and glass containers are all prohibited.
Can you swim at Merino Pond?
There is no current MA DPH posting for Merino Pond, so there is no swim advisory or all-clear to report right now. MA DPH last listed it on 2026-09-02. Check conditions posted at the beach before you go.
Is there an entry fee at Merino Pond?
No, entry is free.