My go to lake. It can get very crowded but not always. I purchased a season pass last year and it…read morewas well worth it. My friend and I went yesterday and it cost $25 for the two of us, including parking. They actually do come around and check to make sure everyone paid. Small parking lot but if it is full, you can park on the next street. If you're looking at the lake, park on the street to the right of it. There is a floating dock to swim/walk out to. The water blocked off for swimming is not that deep. I think the deepest is probably 5 feet. They do have lifeguards on duty and a little snack shack. Water is clean for a lake and typically warm. There is a playground and a couple picnic tables. Not much shade. Kids are allowed to wear lifejackets, but that is all I recall seeing for flotation devices. They do have kayaks and I think paddle boots you can rent. Opens at 10 AM.

This is our local beach / lake and we love it here! You can go swimming, canoeing, and fishing…read morehere. The lakes fish are pretty impressive. We've caught small and large mouth bass, catfish, and tons of sunfish here. It has lifeguards during the summer season and bathrooms. Parking is for residents only. If you're a Littleton resident this place is a gem!!

Ignorance is bliss isn't it? Well I believe so, especially when you come across some scenic beauty…read moresuch as this lake in Wakefield, Massachusetts. It is what it is. Lake Quannapowitt is one of those places. Very beautiful, placid, natural beauty that is a beautiful and also catches the eye of anyone who is willing to listen to her beauty. I came across this lady lake when staying at the Lakeside Inn nearby on a May 2022 visit in the area. It is located about an hour or so from downtown Boston, Massachusetts, so it's not really that far away. Since I had a flight cancellation, and subsequently rebooked, I had extra time on my hands. And so I got up Sunday morning, got dressed and put on my running shoes, and headed out of the hotel room. I learn through Google is about 3 miles around with biking past. I also learned that the area around the lake is or has been used for endurance events from local 5k's to ultramarathons in the past. Maybe one day I'll return here and I'll do an ultra marathon for my own personal goals and benefit. But for now, it was just me up on a Sunday morning getting in some exercise while killing some time here in Wakefield, Massachusetts. Most awesome thing that was here was the fact that it was basically calm and smooth. I think it was shallow too. The bike path was very walkable, and did not have any significant potholes or anything that can pause a minute to trip and fall. It was one of the more easier walks I've done in a while. In total I must have done three labs before heading back to the hotel for breakfast. I think I got up around 7 AM that morning and 9 miles around the lake three times took me about three hours, not caring about stuff and just focused on the beauty of the local area that I was in. The scenery of Lake Quannapowitt really called me to where I was not really thinking of anything important at the time, only the fact that the airline screwed me by canceling my flight but I ended up getting home earlier than planned but a day later. The overall experience here at Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield, MA was nice, quiet, and inspirational. While it was nice to have time to myself on a beautiful Sunday morning walking the circumference of the lake, I was supposed to be flying back home and not be here walking the lake, but it seems like the universe had other plans for me that May 2022 day. Natural green beauty is great here and it was nice to have this lake nearby where I was staying, so it was easy access all around. There is also a gazebo that seemed historic and a well known local place marker. I think the local community uses the gazebo for local events throughout the year. For the most part though, it was bittersweet to have this time with Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield, Massachusetts. I enjoyed my time here trying to enjoy the area and enhance my spiritual self during my laps around the lake. At the same time, I should have been on that flight out of Boston when I was supposed to have been walking. If you are fond of nature and lakes, consider the lake front path at Lake Quannapowitt here in Wakefield, Massachusetts. Quite a majestic place really. Hidden gem. Definitely recommend it if you are in the area. Lake Quannapowitt is located in Wakefield, Massachusetts. I-95 passes thru the area and North Avenue crosses the area too. Lakeside Inn and Suites, where I stayed in May 2022, sits on the edge of the lake. As far as public access goes, it's open green space, so you can come and go as you please. There's no admission fee here, as all public parks and green spaces don't, which is usually expected and awesome. As far as parking goes, there is a small parking area while I was doing the loops. As a small town such as Wakefield, there's usually plenty of street parking in the immediate vicinity for anyone and everyone to park and enjoy the Lake and it's paved pathways. One of the best things about the area is that its away from any metro areas and it does have a suburban feel to Wakefield. Not really a small town vibe, since it's kind of attached to the city of Boston. As far as public transportation goes, there is a line that goes from Boston to Wakefield, but you'd have to depart from Boston's North End station. The entire experience was as good as it could have been if I did this on Saturday evening instead of Sunday morning. It is what it is. 5.0 stars for the overall experience. Support local! A

I went on a walk here with a bunch of friends, but a dog peed on me halfway through. There's glass…read morebottles broken throughout the sidewalk, and all around the area, it is dangerous especially to kids and animals.

Ah, Mill Pond. Just lovely Area to visit with a dog. There's one area along the trails where a…read moresmall beach is identified as specifically for dog and horse wading. My pooch loved it

pretty nice place for a walk. kinda torn between 3 and 4 stars but leaning more towards 3. pretty…read morepopular spot for dogs. nice views of the water.

Plum Island Beach, in Newburyport, is a great & lowkey beach on the North Shore to go to!…read moreThe beach is clean & pretty quiet, mostly locals. Much less congested compared to the popular beaches in MA & no traffic jams. I usually only come here if I'm planning a trip to see my friends in Newburyport ;) Not sure how much the parking is; I park at a friend's house. Very calm beach ONLY THING IS, avoid going in the month of July, OR be very careful of the greenhead flies! They are everywhere here during that month & their bites hurt lol. Not sure if greenheads are only specific to this beach in particular, however, I've only really ever experienced this here.

Visited plum island beach river side of it. I was sad to see how much they let things go there but…read morestill charge $15 to park?Trash on the beach / glass. The wooden wall way was closed off on the parking lot side and on the beach side the stairs/ramp removed. The view is still beautiful. They no longer have life guards on duty..

Great beach! We love coming here for the soft sand and fun waves. During low tide there are tide…read morepools and a river the kids can explore, plus an island you can reach via a sandbar. During high tide there's still plenty of beach. The parking is great - plentiful and stretches across the whole beach, making it easier to spread out and you never have to walk far.

Good Harbor is still one of my all-time favorite New England beaches, but I haven't been going as…read moreoften since they switched to the app-based reservation system and we moved further away. I understand why they did it, as it's one of the most popular beaches in the area and for good reason. Our recent visit was amazing. We arrived while the tide was low and crossed over to the island, and what an amazing view it was. It was fantastic, but don't stay too long or miss when the tide is coming back, or you might have a hard time getting back and get soaked. If you haven't visited, do yourself a favor and enjoy!

What a treasure. My…read moreson brought me here a cold early morning to meet the birds. We went and when we stood still and help some bird food in our hands, they came and ate out of them. The trails are well kept up and so good to be around. We found some of the layered ice pieces that look like Lacey ice. This is a great outing, even if you are not from around here. I think being there early (8 am) helped since we were alone on the trails. Check it out.

What a beautiful place! There are plenty of well-marked trails of different lengths; between the…read morevariety of habitats and the changing of the seasons, you could visit weekly for years and never quite explore the same place twice. The dozens of species of birds are not shy; the frogs, turtles, rabbits, red squirrels, chipmunks, etc., aren't all that shy either! It has a nicely set up learning center ( and classes) for kids, plus canoes for rental if that's your thing. Mandatory warnings: use bug spray and, especially, wear long pants to ward off ticks. And be prepared for a slightly tricky narrow road ending in an often-crowded parking lot. As for the cost: get yourself an Audubon membership and entry will be free, plus you'll be supporting good conservation work.

My first time here walking around. We've driven by but this time we decided to get a little…read moreexercise and enjoy the views. We weren't the only ones here. Lots of people from all over. There were families, tourists, college kids, locals, and of course, love birds!! ;) We enjoyed our little walks and stopping to rest. While resting, we enjoyed people watching, the waves, and surfers. What's not to like?!?! The waves are so beautiful and relaxing! It doesn't matter if it's cloudy or sunshine. It's just the doctor ordered!!

Don't go here. I was walking over the rocks and climbing on them and then they HAD to be slippery…read moreand mind you, I don't know how to swim, even though I'm from Gloucester. I fell on a rock, and I struggled to get back up. another time, I decided to go in the water and try to sit on the rock, but the thing is why is the sand so FUCKING DEEP? It could've been like 3 feet and I would've been okay, but it was like 5?! THE HELL? Never in my GODDAMN life that I would've been complaining over a beach but here I am. Why? I am a local and I would rather shoot myself with a hunter's rifle then swim here. Go to Good Harbor instead.

The free parking is a big draw but it fills up fast on hot days and leads to a packed beach. The…read morewater is dark but seems to warm up fast which makes swimming more enjoyable. It's super convenient if you're in the area but I wouldn't recommend traveling far to visit.

A great spot to unwind if you're in the area. The lake is peaceful and chill, especially earlier in…read morethe day when it's quiet and not too crowded. Perfect for a walk, a bit of reading, or just sitting and enjoying the view.

A lovely Sunday afternoon hiking trail. The scenic walking trails, peaceful lake views, and…read morewell-maintained grounds make it the perfect place to unwind, exercise, or spend quality time outdoors. This park has a relaxing, almost storybook feel to it. The stone castle adds such a unique charm, and the views from certain overlooks are truly breathtaking, especially with all the snow and ice covered lake. It's clean, quiet, and feels like a little escape from the busy world.

Such a wonderful, peaceful place. Remembering hiking with my mother from Kenoza street, where my…read moreNana lived, over a big hill and down to the dirt road that circled Kenoza Lake, then, like magic arriving at this amazing castle. Then to top it off, getting to visit the elk statue just a bit below. My parents were divorced when I was a wee lad , my mother moving to Texas, which made the castle and lake even more precious to me and I visited it whenever I had the opportunity to do so.

Cool little family place enjoyed this little place cool if your near this place I think this would…read morebe a great spot for little kids

Not a place to be a pussy about the water. Excellent fishing, swimming, kayaking, and general water…read moretime can be had at this place.