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Herring Pond

Details unconfirmedPond · Eastham, MA
Right now

A small, gently sloping freshwater beach that fills its roughly 20 roadside spaces fast on hot days. It's a popular spot for rinsing off the salt after an ocean-beach trip.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot $30/day without pass, or Town Beach Sticker; free Sep-Jun · unconfirmed
Entry fee
$30/day without a town pass (or Town Beach Sticker); free to walk/bike in
Hours
Not separately confirmed; day-use
Swim
Allowed
Kayak
Allowed
Fishing
Allowed
Managed by
Eastham Recreation & Beach Department 508-240-5974 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Free lot
Cost$30/day without pass, or Town Beach Sticker; free Sep-Jun
Details unconfirmed

What's here

On site

Restroom
Portable toilet (typical of Eastham's town-managed bay beaches/ponds; not independently confirmed for this specific pond)

Common questions

Where do I park if the lot is full?
Parking is very limited (about 20 spaces) and fills quickly on summer days; walking or biking in is free anytime, or try early mornings, late afternoons, or weekdays for a spot.
Where do I park at Herring Pond?
Free lot ($30/day without pass, or Town Beach Sticker; free Sep-Jun).
Is there an entry fee at Herring Pond?
Yes, $30/day without a town pass (or Town Beach Sticker); free to walk/bike in

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (exact hours, accessibility-attempted confirmation). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-14. Official source. Updated 2026-07-16.