A 182-acre great pond in north Westborough with a lifeguarded town beach on the north shore, a MassWildlife boat ramp on the south shore, and undeveloped, lightly wooded banks bordered by the Wayne F. MacCallum Wildlife Management Area.
What to expect
Entry fee
Westborough residents: $55/family season, $25/individual season, $3/person day-use. Northborough residents: $80/family, $35/individual, $3/person day-use. Limited passes for Southborough and Shrewsbury residents, purchased through their… checked Jul 18, 2026
Swim
Allowed mid-June to mid-August
Managed by
Westborough Recreation Department
508-366-3066 · WebsiteCommon questions
When does Lake Chauncy open?
The beach opens weekends around mid-June, then runs daily 11am to 5pm from the last day of school through the second week of August.
Can non-residents use the beach?
Northborough residents can buy season or day passes directly. Southborough and Shrewsbury residents get a limited number of passes, but have to buy them through their own town recreation department rather than at the gate.
Is there an entry fee at Lake Chauncy?
Yes, Westborough residents: $55/family season, $25/individual season, $3/person day-use. Northborough residents: $80/family, $35/individual, $3/person day-use. Limited passes for Southborough and Shrewsbury residents, purchased through their…
What rules should I know at Lake Chauncy?
Water clarity can be poor during algal blooms, which occur on occasion.