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
Allowed water tested by the state
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 May 24-Sept 1: $8/vehicle MA residents, $30/vehicle non-residents; no fee off-season
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
Common questions
Is Whitehall Pond in Rutland open today?
Open, no advisory on record in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
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?
Yes. Whitehall Pond has no swimming advisory in the latest MA DPH posting (updated 2026-09-13). Check again the morning you go.
Is there an entry fee at Whitehall Pond?
Yes, Seasonal parking fee May 24-Sept 1: $8/vehicle MA residents, $30/vehicle non-residents; no fee off-season