A small, resident-only pond beach on Waushakum Pond in South Framingham, with a sandy swim area and no lifeguard on duty.
What to expect
Swimming
Water not monitored by DPH
Season
Open dawn to dusk year-round; staffed with restrooms open mid-June through mid-August
Accessibility
Mobi-Mat beach-access mat installed; city beach wheelchair available on request through Parks & Recreation
Lifeguard
No lifeguards on duty; swim at your own risk
Dogs
Framingham requires dogs to be leashed at all times on all public property, on a leash no longer than 8 feet in parks, playgrounds, and athletic fields. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Managed by
Framingham Parks & Recreation Division
508-532-5960 · WebsiteGetting in
Access points along this beach
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
On-site restroom building
Common questions
Is Washakum Bath Beach in Framingham open today?
open to the public; water quality here is not monitored by MA DPH (updated 2026-09-13). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is Washakum Beach open to non-residents?
No, the city's beach program is open at no cost to Framingham residents only.
No, none of the three city beaches are lifeguarded, so swimmers are on their own.
Are there restrooms at Washakum Bath 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 Washakum Bath Beach?
No lifeguard on duty; swim at your own risk.
Can you swim at Washakum Bath Beach?
Washakum Bath Beach is town-owned and its water is not monitored by MA DPH, so there is no official swim status. Check conditions posted at the beach.
Are dogs allowed at Washakum Bath Beach?
Framingham requires dogs to be leashed at all times on all public property, on a leash no longer than 8 feet in parks, playgrounds, and athletic fields. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is there an entry fee at Washakum Bath Beach?
No, entry is free.