This nearly 50-acre property on Long Pond was a Girl Scout camp from 1950 to 1994 before the town bought it in 2003. Wooded walking and biking trails wrap around a walk-in boat launch and a swimming spot, giving it a rougher, more DIY feel than the manicured Town Beach across town.
What to expect
Swim
Allowed Warm months, informal swim area
Kayak Canoe Sup
Allowed Ice-free months
Managed by
Tyngsborough Recreation and Parks Department
978-649-2300 ext. 150 · WebsiteCommon questions
Can I launch a kayak here?
Yes, there is a walk-in launch, though it is carry-in only rather than a trailer ramp.
Is there an entry fee at Long Pond Shores?
No, entry is free.