Halifax's second town swimming beach, on the southeast corner of East Monponsett Pond off Holmes Street. Like Town Beach, it has no lifeguard, and it doubles as a resident boat-ramp landing.
What to expect
Parking
Holmes Street / Route 36 Lot Free for residents with sticker
Swimming
Water not monitored by DPH
Season
Beach parking-sticker season runs May 23-Sep 7, 2026.
From May 23Dogs
Leash required at all times, no off-leash exception (townwide bylaw).
Kayak
Allowed open water season
Managed by
Halifax Parks Commission
781-294-1316 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Holmes Street / Route 36 Lot
CostFree for residents with stickerSpacesunconfirmed
Vehicles without a valid sticker are issued a $50 citation.
Access points along this beach
Holmes Street lot
Shared beach entrance and resident boat ramp.
Common questions
Is East Monponsett Pond Beach in Halifax 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 there a lifeguard here?
No, the town does not fund lifeguards at any public beach.
What rules should I know at East Monponsett Pond Beach?
Boats must slow to headway speed within 300 feet of the swim area/launch under the town's boating bylaw.
Can you swim at East Monponsett Pond Beach?
East Monponsett Pond 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 East Monponsett Pond Beach?
Leash required at all times, no off-leash exception (townwide bylaw).
Is there an entry fee at East Monponsett Pond Beach?
No, entry is free.