Laurel Lake Beach is a freshwater pond beach in Erving, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Dogs
Erving's townwide leash bylaw does not apply here since this is Commonwealth-owned land, which follows DCR's own rules instead.
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed small-motor and non-motor boats share the lake with swimmers
Fishing
Allowed year-round per general DCR/MassWildlife rules
Managed by
MA Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), Erving State Forest
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Access points along this beach
Beach sand entry
Short walk (about 0.1 mile) from the day-use parking lot.
Common questions
Is Laurel Lake Beach in Erving 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.
Do I need to pay to park?
Yes, a DCR day-use fee applies in season: $8 for Massachusetts residents, $30 for non-residents.
Can you swim at Laurel Lake Beach?
Yes. Laurel Lake Beach has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Are dogs allowed at Laurel Lake Beach?
Erving's townwide leash bylaw does not apply here since this is Commonwealth-owned land, which follows DCR's own rules instead.