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Spot Pond

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Spot Pond, Stoneham, Massachusetts
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A 298-acre lake within the Middlesex Fells Reservation, mostly in Stoneham but bordering Medford, used for boating and fishing; it also serves as an emergency drinking-water supply, so swimming is banned.

What to expect

Entry fee
None; free access within Middlesex Fells Reservation checked Jul 15, 2026
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed seasonal rentals
Managed by
DCR (617) 727-1199 · Website

Common questions

Can I swim in Spot Pond?
No. It functions as an emergency drinking water reserve and has no lifeguards, so the DCR and MWRA prohibit swimming and can cite violators.
Is there an entry fee at Spot Pond?
None; free access within Middlesex Fells Reservation
What rules should I know at Spot Pond?
No lifeguards; rocky outcroppings and past drowning fatalities cited by DCR/MWRA as reasons swimming is banned.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (hours, accessibility-attempted). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-11-06.