Peters Pond at Oak Crest Cove is Sandwich's freshwater beach open to visitors: day and weekly passes are sold at the Oak Crest Cove gate house, unlike Snake Pond and Wakeby Lake, which are residents only.
What to expect
Entry fee
Day pass $20 or weekly pass $50, bought at the Oak Crest Cove gate house 9am to 4pm. The non-resident ocean-beach sticker does not cover the freshwater beaches. checked Aug 30, 2026
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed or under immediate voice control whenever off the owner's property. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Swim
Allowed lifeguarded summer season
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed open water season
Fishing
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Sandwich Recreation Department
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On site
Restrooms
the town keeps bathrooms available at Oak Crest Cove after the staffed season ends
Worth knowing
- The surrounding grounds, sometimes called Oak Crest Cove Park, add tennis courts, six pickleball courts, and a community-designed skate park.
Common questions
Yes. Day and weekly passes for Peters Pond are sold at the Oak Crest Cove gate house, 9am to 4pm. Snake Pond and Wakeby Lake at Ryder are residents only.
Is there an entry fee at Peters Pond?
Yes, Day pass $20 or weekly pass $50, bought at the Oak Crest Cove gate house 9am to 4pm. The non-resident ocean-beach sticker does not cover the freshwater beaches.
Can I bring my dog to Peters Pond?
Dogs must be leashed or under immediate voice control whenever off the owner's property. Posted signs at the site take precedence.