Benedict Pond is a freshwater pond beach in Monterey, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot $8/day MA-registered vehicle, $30/day non-MA (DCR day-use parking fee), May 23–Sept 7
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Getting in
Parking
Paid lot
Cost$8/day MA-registered vehicle, $30/day non-MA (DCR day-use parking fee), May 23–Sept 7
Day-use area within Beartown State Forest; small lot, fills early on summer weekends.
Common questions
Is Benedict Pond in Monterey open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-07-16). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Is there parking at Benedict Pond, and what does it cost?
Paid lot ($8/day MA-registered vehicle, $30/day non-MA (DCR day-use parking fee), May 23–Sept 7). Day-use area within Beartown State Forest; small lot, fills early on summer weekends.
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