A sandy DCR swimming beach and picnic grove on a stocked pond inside Rutland State Park, popular enough with surrounding towns that the lot fills on hot summer days.
What to expect
Swimming
Water not monitored off-season
Season
Day-use park open sunrise to sunset year-round; beach/parking fee season runs roughly May 24 to Labor Day (Sept 1)
Entry fee
Seasonal parking fee Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day: $8/vehicle MA residents, $30/vehicle non-residents; no fee off-season checked Jul 23, 2026
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed non-motorized only, year-round ice-out to freeze-up
Managed by
DCR - Rutland State Park
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Access points along this beach
Swimming beach & picnic grove
Main day-use entrance off the park road from Whitehall Road
Cartop boat launch near park office
DCR-managed non-motorized launch on Route 122 side of the pond
Dam shoreline access
Free roadside parking along the dam with shore access for canoes/kayaks
Worth knowing
- A small reservable pavilion near the beach has eight picnic tables and a large charcoal grill for $65/day, bookable up to about four months ahead by calling the park.
Common questions
Is Whitehall Pond in Rutland open today?
Whitehall Pond 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.
What's the best time to visit Whitehall Pond?
Weekday mornings before the parking area fills; the beach draws crowds from neighboring towns on summer weekends.
What rules should I know at Whitehall Pond?
No motors of any kind on Whitehall Pond.
Can you swim at Whitehall Pond?
There is no MA DPH swim status for Whitehall Pond 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.
Is there an entry fee at Whitehall Pond?
Yes, Seasonal parking fee Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day: $8/vehicle MA residents, $30/vehicle non-residents; no fee off-season