Kingsley Beach is a freshwater pond beach in Westfield, 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
Accessible
Wheelchair access noted
Getting in
Parking
Paid lot
Cost$8/day MA-registered vehicle, $30/day non-MA (DCR day-use parking fee), May 23–Sept 7
One of two DCR-lifeguarded swimming beaches at Hampton Ponds State Park (1048 North Road, Westfield); has accessible beach mat/wheelchair and accessible pavilion. Beach has had occasional cyanobacteria-related closures in past seasons…
Common questions
Is Kingsley Beach in Westfield 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 Kingsley Beach, 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). One of two DCR-lifeguarded swimming beaches at Hampton Ponds State Park (1048 North Road, Westfield); has accessible beach mat/wheelchair and accessible pavilion. Beach has had occasional cyanobacteria-related closures in past seasons…
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