A small city-run access point on Nashawannuck Pond at the end of Water Lane, rebuilt in 2015 as a boat ramp with a paved lot rather than a swimming beach. There is no designated swimming area on the pond, so most visitors come to hand-launch a kayak or canoe, or to fish from the bank.
What to expect
Parking
Water Lane launch lot free
Dogs
Dogs are welcome at the city's parks, conservation areas, and along the Manhan Rail Trail, but they must stay on a leash no longer than six feet whenever they're off the owner's own property. Dogs aren't allowed on athletic fields, even…
Kayak
Allowed ice-free months
Fishing
Allowed year-round; spring Junior Trout Derby run by Easthampton Rod & Gun Club
Ice-Skating
Allowed winter when ice is safe (monitoring not confirmed)
Managed by
Nashawannuck Pond Steering Committee / Parks, Recreation & Cemeteries Dept.
413-529-1406 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Water Lane launch lot
CostfreeSpacesSmall paved lot, count not posted
Access points along this beach
Water Lane boat ramp
Paved hand-carry ramp built in 2015 with DFW restoration funding
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
Portable toilet at the Water Lane launch lot
Info kiosk
Public information board at the launch
Common questions
Is Boathouse Beach in Easthampton 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.
Can I swim at Boathouse Beach?
No. Nashawannuck Pond has no designated swimming area; the water here is used for non-motorized boating, fishing and nature watching.
Can I launch a kayak here?
Yes, boats get hand-trucked from the small paved lot down to the ramp, and only non-motorized craft are allowed on the pond.
Are there restrooms at Boathouse 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 Boathouse Beach?
No motorized boats on Nashawannuck Pond.
Are dogs allowed at Boathouse Beach?
Dogs are welcome at the city's parks, conservation areas, and along the Manhan Rail Trail, but they must stay on a leash no longer than six feet whenever they're off the owner's own property. Dogs aren't allowed on athletic fields, even leashed, and city cemeteries bar dogs outright. Easthampton…
Is there an entry fee at Boathouse Beach?
No, entry is free.