The second of Savoy Mountain State Forest's two developed swimming ponds, a short walk from North Pond within the same campground and day-use area.
What to expect
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset, unless otherwise posted (statewide DCR rule)
Dogs
Leashed or tethered (10-foot max) except while hunting, hunt-dog training, or search-dog training, under DCR's statewide pet rule; pets are banned from designated swimming areas May 1 through Sept 15
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Massachusetts DCR (Savoy Mountain State Forest)
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Facilities
Restrooms
campground/day-use area
Showers
campground-wide showers
Common questions
Is South Pond in Florida 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.
Are there restrooms at South Pond?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
Can you swim at South Pond?
Yes. South Pond has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Are dogs allowed at South Pond?
Leashed or tethered (10-foot max) except while hunting, hunt-dog training, or search-dog training, under DCR's statewide pet rule; pets are banned from designated swimming areas May 1 through Sept 15