Lake Dennison Day Use Beach is a freshwater pond beach in Winchendon, Massachusetts.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot $8/day MA-resident vehicle, $30/day non-resident vehicle (DCR day-use fee, 9AM–5:30PM daily, May 23–Sep 7)
Swimming
Allowed water tested by the state
Getting in
Parking
Paid lot
Cost$8/day MA-resident vehicle, $30/day non-resident vehicle (DCR day-use fee, 9AM–5:30PM daily, May 23–Sep 7)
Lifeguards on duty 6/13–8/16/26 (per DCR). Separate lot from the campground; DCR annual parking pass accepted; can fill on hot summer weekends.
Common questions
Is Lake Dennison Day Use Beach in Winchendon 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 Lake Dennison Day Use Beach, and what does it cost?
Paid lot ($8/day MA-resident vehicle, $30/day non-resident vehicle (DCR day-use fee, 9AM–5:30PM daily, May 23–Sep 7)). Lifeguards on duty 6/13–8/16/26 (per DCR). Separate lot from the campground; DCR annual parking pass accepted; can fill on hot summer weekends.
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