Methuen's 55-acre town beach and swimming pond in the far west of town, reached by a paved beach ramp off a town-forest road branching from Hampshire Road; open to Methuen residents only, with two proofs of residency required at the gate.
What to expect
Entry fee
$10 per vehicle per day, or a $50 season pass (limited availability, one entry per day); Methuen residents only, with driver's license and vehicle registration required as proof. checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Methuen requires any dog outside the confines of its owner's or keeper's property to be held firmly on a leash no longer than six feet.
Hours
10am-7pm daily in season.
Accessibility
Accessible play structure and a designated accessible bathroom.
Managed by
Methuen Recreation Department
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On site
Drinking water
unconfirmed detail beyond general beach amenities
Worth knowing
- A seasonal splash pad operates at Forest Lake alongside the swimming beach.
- The lake is stocked annually with trout and also holds largemouth bass, brown bullhead, and yellow perch.
Common questions
Is Forest Lake open today?
Forest Lake is a public lake in Methuen, MA. Posted hours: 10am-7pm daily in season..
Is Forest Lake open to non-residents?
No. Entry is limited to Methuen residents, who must show two proofs of residency such as a license and vehicle registration.
Is there an entry fee at Forest Lake?
Yes, $10 per vehicle per day, or a $50 season pass (limited availability, one entry per day); Methuen residents only, with driver's license and vehicle registration required as proof.
Can I bring my dog to Forest Lake?
Methuen requires any dog outside the confines of its owner's or keeper's property to be held firmly on a leash no longer than six feet.
Is Forest Lake wheelchair accessible?
Accessible play structure and a designated accessible bathroom.