Pearl Hill Beach is a freshwater pond beach in West Townsend, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot $8/day MA-registered vehicles, $30/day non-MA vehicles, charged Memorial Day–Labor Day; free to park outside that season
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Getting in
Parking
Paid lot
Cost$8/day MA-registered vehicles, $30/day non-MA vehicles, charged Memorial Day–Labor Day; free to park outside that season
DCR day-use lot at Pearl Hill State Park beach; pay via YODEL app/kiosk.
Common questions
Is Pearl Hill Beach in West Townsend 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 Pearl Hill Beach, and what does it cost?
Paid lot ($8/day MA-registered vehicles, $30/day non-MA vehicles, charged Memorial Day–Labor Day; free to park outside that season). DCR day-use lot at Pearl Hill State Park beach; pay via YODEL app/kiosk.
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