A 23-acre lakefront complex on the former Coes Knife factory site, where the Coes brothers once made the monkey wrench, now home to an all-accessible playground, a sledding hill, and Binienda Beach. The 204-year-old Stearns Tavern still stands on the grounds as a café.
What to expect
Trails
About 5 miles of walking paths link Coes Pond Parks into the East-West Trail…
Dogs
Leash required in the park; dogs barred from the beach Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Allowed now · ban starts Memorial DayHours
Closed to the public 10pm-5am citywide unless a permit authorizes otherwise; Binienda Beach itself is normally staffed 12pm-7pm daily in season.
Accessibility
57 playground features are described as fully accessible; ADA-accessible walkways throughout the site.
Kayaking/Paddle Boarding
Allowed summer, rentals available
Cycling (Major Taylor Bike Trail)
Allowed
Managed by
Worcester Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division
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On site
Restroom
Binienda Beach bathhouse
Stearns Tavern café
Operated by Seven Hills Foundation
Dock
Kayak/paddle board/paddle boat rentals seasonal · seasonal
Common questions
Is Coes Pond Parks (Coes Knife) open today?
Coes Pond Parks (Coes Knife) is a public park in Worcester, MA. Posted hours: Closed to the public 10pm-5am citywide unless a permit authorizes otherwise; Binienda Beach itself is normally staffed 12pm-7pm daily in season..
How accessible is Coes Pond Parks?
Very. The playground is described by the city as having 57 accessible features, and the site includes ADA-compliant walkways throughout, making it one of the more fully accessible parks in Worcester.
Where does the Coes Knife name come from?
The Coes brothers ran a mill here in the late 1800s that invented the monkey wrench and later made precision knives and blades; the park sits on the former factory site.
Where do I park at Coes Pond Parks (Coes Knife)?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Coes Pond Parks (Coes Knife)?
Yes. About 5 miles of walking paths link Coes Pond Parks into the East-West Trail….
Is there an entry fee at Coes Pond Parks (Coes Knife)?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Coes Pond Parks (Coes Knife)?
Leash required in the park; dogs barred from the beach Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Is Coes Pond Parks (Coes Knife) wheelchair accessible?
57 playground features are described as fully accessible; ADA-accessible walkways throughout the site.
What rules should I know at Coes Pond Parks (Coes Knife)?
No motorized watercraft within 150 feet of the beach.