A small sandy beach on Laurel Lake at the south end of Lenox, with a covered pavilion, picnic tables, and mountain views across the water. It sits close to the Lee town line but is owned and staffed entirely by the Town of Lenox.
What to expect
Parking
Town Beach lot off Lee Road Free for residents with permit; $65 seasonal pass +…
Swimming
Water not monitored by DPH
Hours
Beach hours run in three 2026 blocks: through June 21 Monday to Friday 7:30am to 2:30pm with no weekend hours, June 22 to August 23 seven days a week 8am to 8pm, and August 24 to September 7 Monday to Friday 8am to dusk and no later than…
Season
Pre-season Mon-Fri 7:30am-2:30pm through June 21; peak season June 22-Aug 23 daily 8am-8pm; late-season Mon-Fri 7:30am-2:30pm Aug 24-Sept 4. Weather dependent, subject to change.
Entry fee
Beach passes are required for the 2026 season. Lenox residents collect a pass at the Lenox Community Center or from a beach attendant, and non-residents buy an annual or a weekly pass at the Community Center by cash or check.
Accessibility
ADA-compliant beach; 3 accessible parking spaces and an accessible sand/water wheelchair available for public use
Lifeguard
Present June 25-Aug 23, based on staffing availability. When lifeguards are off duty, swimmers swim at their own risk.
Off duty · back June 25Dogs
No animals are allowed at the Town Beach. The beach regulations post this as a flat rule, so Lenox's townwide restraint by-law does not govern here.
Managed by
Lenox Parks & Recreation
413-637-5500 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Town Beach lot off Lee Road
CostFree for residents with permit; $65 seasonal pass + $5/vehicle cash for non-residentsSpaces~20+ (gravel lot)
3 accessible parking spaces; accessible sand/water wheelchair available on-site
Access points along this beach
Getting to the beach
Gravel entrance/parking lot off Lee Road with an automatic gate that locks at closing.
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
On-site restroom facility; hours not separately posted online
Common questions
Is Lenox Town Beach in Lenox 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.
Do I need a parking sticker for Lenox Town Beach?
Yes. Residents get a free permit with proof of residency; non-residents pay $65 for a seasonal pass plus $5 cash per vehicle at the gate.
Are dogs allowed at Lenox Town Beach?
No, animals are not permitted anywhere at the beach.
Is overnight parking allowed?
No. The gate locks at closing and any vehicle left is locked in the lot until 8am the next day.
No open fires or grills are permitted on the beach.
Are there restrooms at Lenox Town 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 Lenox Town Beach?
Swim at your own risk when lifeguards are not on duty. No organized groups. No animals. No smoking or vaping. No alcohol or glass containers. No grills, no watercraft launching. No alcoholic beverages or glass containers. No smoking or vaping. No grills or camp stoves. No buses, camps, organized…
Can you swim at Lenox Town Beach?
Lenox Town 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.
Is there an entry fee at Lenox Town Beach?
Beach passes are required for the 2026 season. Lenox residents collect a pass at the Lenox Community Center or from a beach attendant, and non-residents buy an annual or a weekly pass at the Community Center by cash or check.