A 2.5-mile loop path around Wellesley College's namesake lake, flat and easy underfoot. A stretch along the southeast shore crosses private Hunnewell family land and stays closed, so the loop never fully closes.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Worth knowing
- The full loop is about 2.5 miles but does not close: the closed section runs from a gate behind the President's House along the southern shoreline to a closed gate at Pond Road, owned by the Hunnewell family.
Common questions
Can I walk all the way around the lake?
Not quite. Part of the southeast shore is private Hunnewell family land and stays gated, so most walkers retrace their steps rather than complete a full loop.
Where do I park at Lake Waban?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Lake Waban?
No, entry is free.