A 10-acre DCR park on Watson Pond, operated seasonally, with beachfront picnic areas, a bath house, a playground and a small pavilion.
What to expect
Dogs
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and…
Hours
Parking 10am-6pm; restrooms 10am-5pm
Swim
Allowed summer, lifeguarded beach
Managed by
Massachusetts DCR
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On site
Playground
Playground on site
Picnic area
Beachfront picnic areas and a small pavilion; call the park to reserve the pavilion.
Common questions
Can I bring my dog to Watson Pond State Park?
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and search-dog training are excepted (302 CMR 12.13).