Holliston's main town beach on Lake Winthrop, with a sandy swimming area, a covered pavilion, two volleyball courts and a snack concession, busiest on July and August weekends when the roughly 70-space lot fills early.
What to expect
Parking
Resident sticker included with sticker/day pass
Entry fee
An in-season beach sticker or a gate day pass is required, $15 for residents and $20 for non-residents
Dogs
Holliston's Animal Control bylaw requires owners to keep their dog from running at large, in effect a townwide leash rule enforced by the Animal Control Officer. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
No posted opening or closing time. Signs at the entrance win if they differ. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Accessibility
No beach-wheelchair or step-free-path detail published; not confirmed accessible
Swim
Allowed Memorial Day-Labor Day, lifeguarded
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed non-motorized, ice-out to ice-in
Ice-Skating
Allowed winter, conditions permitting, not officially monitored
Managed by
Holliston Parks & Recreation Department
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On site
Restroom
bathhouse near the pavilion
Concessions
packaged snacks, drinks and ice cream during the season · seasonal
volleyball
two courts on the sand
Common questions
Is Stoddard Park open today?
Stoddard Park is a public park in Holliston, MA. Posted hours: No posted opening or closing time. Signs at the entrance win if they differ. That's the town default unless posted otherwise..
When does the lot fill up?
July and August weekend mornings are the tightest window; the roughly 70-space lot is the constraint.
Yes, Stoddard Park runs lifeguards during its posted operating hours in season, unlike the smaller Pleasure Point beach nearby.
Where do I park at Stoddard Park?
Resident sticker (included with sticker/day pass).
Is there an entry fee at Stoddard Park?
Yes, An in-season beach sticker or a gate day pass is required, $15 for residents and $20 for non-residents
Can I bring my dog to Stoddard Park?
Holliston's Animal Control bylaw requires owners to keep their dog from running at large, in effect a townwide leash rule enforced by the Animal Control Officer. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Stoddard Park wheelchair accessible?
No beach-wheelchair or step-free-path detail published; not confirmed accessible
What rules should I know at Stoddard Park?
Lifeguards are on duty during posted summer hours only; swim at your own risk outside that window. Gas outboards and other motors are not allowed on the lake.