Stoughton's supervised freshwater swim beach on the south basin of Ames Long Pond, ringed by shade trees with a swim dock kids jump off of. It draws families and seniors for calm-water swimming rather than surf or big waves.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot included with day/season pass
Swimming
Water not monitored by DPH
Hours
Guarded beachfront open 10am-5pm daily during the summer season
Season
Guarded swim season runs summer only; water quality is tested weekly in June, July and August
Entry fee
Paid entry: day pass $5 resident/$8 non-resident adult ($3/$5 child, $3 senior); season passes also sold. Passes purchased in advance at the Recreation office; day-of only at the gate, card only
Dogs
Only certified service animals are permitted on the beachfront during guarded hours
Kayak
Allowed year-round, carry across the beach to the water
Managed by
Stoughton Recreation Department
781-341-1300 ext. 9244 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Paid lot
Costincluded with day/season pass
Ames Long Pond lot
Details unconfirmed
Ames Long Pond lot
Costincluded with day/season passSpacesunconfirmed count, described as ample
lot at the 1000 Highland Street entrance
What's here
Facilities
Restrooms
bathhouse at the beach
Dock
swim dock kids jump off of
Common questions
Is Ames Long Pond Town Beach in Stoughton open today?
open to the public; water quality here is not monitored by MA DPH (updated 2026-08-14). MA DPH is the authority. Check the status the morning you go.
Can I bring my dog to Ames Pond?
Only certified service animals are allowed on the guarded beachfront while lifeguards are on duty; the FAQ does not address the off-season.
How do I pay for a day pass?
Day passes are sold only at the gate and card is the only accepted payment; the Recreation office downtown takes cash, check, or card for season passes bought ahead of time.
Is there parking at Ames Long Pond Town Beach, and what does it cost?
Paid lot (included with day/season pass). Ames Long Pond lot
Are there restrooms at Ames Long Pond Town Beach?
Public restrooms are listed near the beach. Seasonal hours are common, so they may be closed off-season.
Can you swim at Ames Long Pond Town Beach?
Ames Long Pond 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 Ames Long Pond Town Beach?
Yes, Paid entry: day pass $5 resident/$8 non-resident adult ($3/$5 child, $3 senior); season passes also sold. Passes purchased in advance at the Recreation office; day-of only at the gate, card only