Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
Closed — Closed for the season. Operates seasonally from April through October. Bathrooms open seasonally 8:00 PM to 5:30 AM during operating months.
Wind Advisory issued December 29 at 12:39PM EST until December 31 at 1:00AM EST by NWS Boston/Norton MA
* WHAT...West winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of northern Connecticut, eastern, northeastern, and southeastern Massachusetts, and northern and southern Rhode Island. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and some power outages may result.
About
Located within the Blue Hills Reservation stretching from Quincy to Dedham and Milton to Randolph, Houghton's Pond Recreation Area offers a peaceful retreat just minutes from downtown Boston. The 24-acre pond features a beach with seasonal lifeguards on duty from Memorial Day through Labor Day, making it a popular summer swimming destination. The area provides access to the extensive trail network of the Blue Hills Reservation, including options for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. The recreation area includes amenities such as picnic areas, a playground, a concession pavilion, and a visitor center. Parking is free of charge. The Blue Hills Reservation's 7,000 acres of open space provide a green oasis in an urban environment, with trails ranging from easy lakeside paths to challenging climbs up Great Blue Hill, the highest coastal hill on the Atlantic south of Maine at over 630 feet elevation.
Directions
From Route 93, take exit 3 (Houghton's Pond, Ponkapoag Trail exit). Follow signs to Houghton's Pond Recreation Area at 840 Hillside St., Milton, MA 02186.
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Amenities
| Water | — |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | — |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | — |
| Price | $50 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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