Andover's town swim beach, a sandy freshwater beach on Pomps Pond with lifeguards, a Beach Buddies kids' area and a Main Beach, run by the town's Recreation department out of Recreation Park. Swimming only happens when the beach is open for the season and lifeguards are on duty.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot included with beach admission · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Daily pass $5 for residents; resident season passes $25 (ages 2-17), $35 (adult 18+), $25 (senior 60+), family pass up to 4 for $100; free under 2
Dogs
Dogs are not permitted at Pomps Pond beach during the swim season, mid-June through August; they are allowed on the grounds off-season, and the town runs occasional leashed-dog access events outside swim hours.
Banned now · back AugustHours
Mon-Fri 9:00am-6:00pm, Sat-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm; hours vary the final week of the season
Swim
Allowed Jun 15-Aug 21, during posted lifeguard hours
Managed by
Andover Recreation & Youth Services
(978) 623-8340 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Paid lot
Costincluded with beach admission
Details unconfirmed
Common questions
Weekday mornings before the lifeguard shift gets busy; weekends run 10am-6pm and fill up.
Not confirmed in what's published; call the Recreation office before relying on it.
Yes, there's a separate Beach Buddies area and camp programs aimed at younger kids, apart from the Main Beach.
Where do I park at Pomps Pond (Recreation Park)?
Paid lot (included with beach admission).
Is there an entry fee at Pomps Pond (Recreation Park)?
Yes, Daily pass $5 for residents; resident season passes $25 (ages 2-17), $35 (adult 18+), $25 (senior 60+), family pass up to 4 for $100; free under 2
Can I bring my dog to Pomps Pond (Recreation Park)?
Dogs are not permitted at Pomps Pond beach during the swim season, mid-June through August; they are allowed on the grounds off-season, and the town runs occasional leashed-dog access events outside swim hours.