A wooded pond off East Street where the historic red-shingled Skate House stood for decades before being demolished in 2020. The pond still freezes for informal ice skating in cold winters.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Hingham requires dogs to be leashed and under control whenever beyond the owner's property; Bare Cove Park allows off-leash walking only with a permit from the Town Clerk. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Accessibility
No ADA access
Ice Skating
Allowed winter, informal, conditions permitting
Fishing
Allowed year-round; consult MA DPH fish consumption advisories for mercury/PFAS
Managed by
Town of Hingham
781-741-1400 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
Common questions
Where do I park at Skating Club Pond?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Skating Club Pond?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Skating Club Pond?
Hingham requires dogs to be leashed and under control whenever beyond the owner's property; Bare Cove Park allows off-leash walking only with a permit from the Town Clerk. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Skating Club Pond wheelchair accessible?
No ADA access
What rules should I know at Skating Club Pond?
Hingham Recreation staff do not control the pond and cannot prevent skating when conditions allow it; there is no lifeguard or ice safety monitoring. Dogs must remain on leash.