Lambert's Beach is the second, less developed swim area on Pequot Pond within Hampton Ponds State Park, documented in local postcards since at least the 1950s. Unlike neighboring Kingsley Beach, it does not appear on DCR's accessible-beach list.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot $8 MA-resident vehicle / $30 non-resident vehicle, May-Labor Day; free off-season
Free until MaySwimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Hours
Shares the park's general sunrise-to-sunset access and May-Labor Day parking-fee hours (about 8am-5:30pm); no hours specific to Lambert's Beach are separately posted.
From MaySeason
Park grounds open year-round, sunrise to sunset, shared with the rest of Hampton Ponds State Park; swim season/lifeguard coverage specific to this beach is not separately confirmed.
Accessibility
Not confirmed whether Lambert's Beach has step-free or beach-mat access; DCR's published accessible-beach materials name Kingsley Beach specifically, not Lambert's. Call the park office to confirm before visiting.
Lifeguard
Not separately confirmed whether Lambert's Beach has its own lifeguard coverage distinct from Kingsley Beach; DCR describes lifeguard staffing as varying by location within a park.
Managed by
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (Hampton Ponds State Park)
(413) 532-3985 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Paid lot
Cost$8 MA-resident vehicle / $30 non-resident vehicle, May-Labor Day; free off-season
Hampton Ponds State Park main lot, North Road
Details unconfirmed
Hampton Ponds State Park main lot, North Road
Cost$8 MA-resident vehicle / $30 non-resident vehicle, May-Labor Day; free off-season
Shared lot serving both Kingsley Beach and Lambert's Beach
Access points along this beach
Lambert's Beach swim area
Named historic swim beach on Pequot Pond
Common questions
Is Lambert's Beach in Westfield 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.
Is Lambert's Beach the same place as Kingsley Beach?
No, they are two named swim areas on the same pond within Hampton Ponds State Park. Kingsley Beach carries DCR's accessible-beach features like a beach mat and beach wheelchairs, while Lambert's Beach does not appear on that list.
Can I swim at Lambert's Beach?
Yes, it sits on the same designated swimming pond as Kingsley Beach at Hampton Ponds State Park, though DCR's public materials and accessibility program focus mainly on the Kingsley Beach side.
Is there parking at Lambert's Beach, and what does it cost?
Paid lot ($8 MA-resident vehicle / $30 non-resident vehicle, May-Labor Day; free off-season). Hampton Ponds State Park main lot, North Road
What rules should I know at Lambert's Beach?
Beach closures can occur on short notice due to cyanobacteria (harmful algae) blooms or bacteria test results; check DCR's advisory page before visiting.
Is there an entry fee at Lambert's Beach?
No, entry is free.