A small lake locally called Plug Pond in the Winnekenni Park area, with a supervised swimming beach, a trailered boat launch, playground, and over a mile of trails connecting to the Winnekenni trail system. The beach charges per-vehicle parking; walk-ins and non-swim uses are free.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free for boat launch
Dogs
Haverhill requires dogs off the owner's property to be held firmly on a leash no longer than six feet, bars them entirely from school grounds, and keeps them off the water and ice of conservation areas. That's the town-wide default; watch…
Hours
Beach open seasonally (summer). Confirm daily hours with the Recreation Department.
Managed by
City of Haverhill Recreation Department
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Parking
Free lot
CostFree for boat launch
What's here
On site
Bathhouse
Bathhouse/boathouse referenced at the pond
Common questions
Plug Pond is a public pond in Haverhill, MA. Posted hours: Beach open seasonally (summer). Confirm daily hours with the Recreation Department..
How much does it cost to swim?
Passes are sold per vehicle. A resident day pass is $10 and non-resident is $20; season passes are $20 resident and $40 non-resident. Walk-ins are free.
Yes, there is a trailered-boat launch off Sanders Road plus a rooftop launch lot on Mill Street. Boat-launch parking is free.
Do I need to buy a pass in advance?
Holiday and weekend day passes must be bought the day before, and weekend walk-in groups need to pre-register a day ahead.
Where do I park at Plug Pond?
Free lot (Free for boat launch).
Is there an entry fee at Plug Pond?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Plug Pond?
Haverhill requires dogs off the owner's property to be held firmly on a leash no longer than six feet, bars them entirely from school grounds, and keeps them off the water and ice of conservation areas. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
What rules should I know at Plug Pond?
Swim only when lifeguards are on duty; water is not tested outside the active beach months. No alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, or illegal substances. Site has 24/7 video surveillance and Park Ambassadors.