A small lakeside beach reserved for people camping at DAR State Forest, a short walk from the campsites. It is not open to day visitors without an active campground reservation.
What to expect
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Season
Only usable during the campground's own season (roughly late May-October) and only by registered campers.
From late MayDogs
Banned from the beach sand and swimming area from May 1 through September 15 under the statewide DCR pet rule (302 CMR 12.13); leashed dogs are allowed on DCR land outside that window and area.
Allowed now · ban starts May 1Managed by
DCR - Division of State Parks and Recreation
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Facilities
Restrooms
campground bathhouse nearby
Common questions
Is DAR Campers Beach in Goshen open today?
DAR Campers Beach is not monitored right now. MA DPH samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day and posts no advisories or all-clears off-season, so there is no swim status to report. Swimming off-season is at your own risk.
Can I use this beach without camping?
No. It's inside the campground and reserved for people with a current site reservation; day visitors use the separate Day Use Beach instead.
Are there restrooms at DAR Campers 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 DAR Campers Beach?
Not open to the day-use public; access requires an active campsite reservation.
Can you swim at DAR Campers Beach?
There is no MA DPH swim status for DAR Campers Beach off-season: the state samples beach water Memorial Day to Labor Day. Swimming off-season is at your own risk; check conditions posted at the beach.
Are dogs allowed at DAR Campers Beach?
Banned from the beach sand and swimming area from May 1 through September 15 under the statewide DCR pet rule (302 CMR 12.13); leashed dogs are allowed on DCR land outside that window and area.
Is there an entry fee at DAR Campers Beach?
No, entry is free.