A roughly 1,500-acre DCR reservation straddling Hopkinton and Ashland around the Hopkinton Reservoir, with two swim beaches, boat rentals, picnic areas, and about 10 miles of multi-use trail.
What to expect
Trails
More than 10 miles of hiking trails across 1,500 acres of forest.
Entry fee
Vehicle parking fee $8 MA resident / $30 non-resident, charged 8am-5:30pm daily late May-mid Oct; no cash accepted, pay via Yodel app or pay-and-display machines; free with disabled/Purple Heart/disabled veteran plates
Dogs
Dogs are welcome on-leash, tethered on a leash no longer than ten feet, but not in the designated swimming areas from May 1 through September 15 or in DCR parking areas.
Banned now · back September 15Hours
8am-8pm in summer; 8am-sunset the rest of the year
Accessibility
ADA-accessible restroom and pavilion at Main Beach; beach mats at both beaches; beach wheelchairs/floating wheelchair at Lower Beach; some interior trails are level and wide near the north shore
Swim
Allowed late May-Labor Day, at Main and Upper beaches only
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed seasonal, rentals available on-site
Fishing
Allowed per state fishing regulations
Managed by
MA Dept. of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
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On site
Beach Pavilion and Split Rock Pavilion
reservable, each seats up to ~100-125, via ReserveAmerica; 12 first-come picnic areas with ~300 tables and 165 charcoal grills; 1 reservable group picnic site
Concessions
seasonal concession stand and boat rentals (Outdoor Recreation of Hopkinton Inc.)
Common questions
Does a MassParks Annual Pass cover parking here?
Yes, the $60 annual pass covers all fee lots at Hopkinton State Park.
Is there an entry fee at Hopkinton State Park?
Yes, Vehicle parking fee $8 MA resident / $30 non-resident, charged 8am-5:30pm daily late May-mid Oct; no cash accepted, pay via Yodel app or pay-and-display machines; free with disabled/Purple Heart/disabled veteran plates
Can I bring my dog to Hopkinton State Park?
Dogs are welcome on-leash, tethered on a leash no longer than ten feet, but not in the designated swimming areas from May 1 through September 15 or in DCR parking areas.
Is Hopkinton State Park wheelchair accessible?
ADA-accessible restroom and pavilion at Main Beach; beach mats at both beaches; beach wheelchairs/floating wheelchair at Lower Beach; some interior trails are level and wide near the north shore
What rules should I know at Hopkinton State Park?
Only coast-guard-approved flotation devices allowed at swim beaches. Open fires/bonfires prohibited; grilling only in provided charcoal grills.