A small waterfront park on Lake Wyola's south shore, at the site of the former town beach off Randall Road, with a gazebo, a boat launch, and restrooms. It is the home base for the library's kayak loan program, and it is no longer maintained or monitored as a swimming beach.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
No dogs (or horses) are allowed on the Town Beach or adjacent town land at this site, per the 1989 bylaw. This overrides the townwide leash default with an outright ban at this specific place.
Hours
The beach, beach facilities, and adjacent town property are closed to the public from sunset to sunrise, per the 1989 Town Beach at Lake Wyola bylaw. This is a site-specific override of the townwide default (which has no general hours…
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed year-round, ice permitting; library kayak loan program based here
Fishing
Allowed per MA fishing regulations, historically permitted at this site
Managed by
Town of Shutesbury (enforced by Select Board, Board of Health, Health Agent, and Conservation Commission per the 1989 Town Beach bylaw)
WebsiteWhat's here
Not here
No picnic area
A gazebo and raised flower bed are present.
Common questions
Can I swim at Elliott Park?
No, this site is not monitored or maintained as a swimming beach, and local health officials do not recommend swimming here.
No, dogs and horses are banned outright at this site under the town's 1989 Town Beach bylaw.
Where do I park at William G. Elliott Waterfront Park?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at William G. Elliott Waterfront Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to William G. Elliott Waterfront Park?
No dogs (or horses) are allowed on the Town Beach or adjacent town land at this site, per the 1989 bylaw. This overrides the townwide leash default with an outright ban at this specific place.
What rules should I know at William G. Elliott Waterfront Park?
Not monitored or maintained as a swimming beach; local health officials do not recommend swimming. No alcoholic beverages. No firearms, fireworks, or glass containers. No camping. No open fires or cooking equipment of any kind. No dogs or horses. Trash only in provided containers.