Actual name to use when looking up hours: Veterans Memorial Pool…read more For the convenient location in Cambridge, I was surprised that the pool wasn't at all crowded when visiting on Sunday afternoons this summer! There aren't very shallow areas for the toddlers like there are at some of the other DCR pools, such as Connors Memorial Pool in Waltham, which probably helps to keep the crowds down. But the pool is very spacious and has enough space both for lap swimmers and kids playing. The spray deck just outside is great for the younger kids, too.

I had a previous review on here stating that the pool had no shade on the decks and the changing…read morerooms did not have privacy walls. It's a year later and they've done extensive updates to the pool location. 1. There's now an ADA regulation ramp with rails going into the pool for those in wheelchairs or who have trouble walking. 2. They added easier steps and hand rails for children and families to enter at the opposite end (long stairs that slope gently instead of ladder style.) 3. They have added permanent shade awnings around the pool, along with wooden benches underneath them (definitely still try to come early because those get snapped up quickly.) 4. The changing rooms are the same, but entering the locker rooms, there is now almost a rubberized "curtain" of small strips to walk through that creates privacy. Previously anyone walking by in the main corridor could see directly in. 5. The splash pad/fountain area has awnings and benches around it, and is ADA accessible. As of summer of 2023, the pool is open 7 days a week from 11:15AM-6:00PM. The changes have greatly improved the property, and it's a place where you can come and stay all day instead of roasting on hot concrete. They also have water fountains and outdoor showers along the pool deck for getting a quick drink and rinsing off.

I visited this pool on the first Saturday in July when it was 80 degrees and sunny. The pool itself…read moreis very large and yet I was pleasantly surprised that it wasn't super crowded. You have to make a reservation ahead of time, which helps limit the number of people. A couple things that I wish I had known ahead of time: there are a few benches by the pool, but no pool chairs. Sitting directly on the concrete wasn't great. However, you can bring pool chairs and a lot of people did that.

Pool is free after you register. No advanced reservations Tues to Fri, but reservations needed for…read moreweekend attendance. Reserve 24 hours in advance for 1 hour 45 min. sessions, with multiple sessions available. They fill up quickly.

We have a 4 year old & 1.5 year old, both beach bums. I researched which Cape beach to go to for…read morehours. Mayflower Beach seemed great but I read there was a lot of seaweed. Coast Guard Beach seemed great also except for the fact that we would have to park and then take a shuttle to the shore. We decided on this beach, which seems to have the same feel as Coast Guard. We got there at about 945am on a Tuesday morning in August. There were only a handful of parking spots left at The Beachcomber. Parking was $30 but we got a voucher to use toward food or souvenirs from The Beachcomber (the food and mixed drinks there were very good). The beach is accessible by a pathway on a sand dune that is tall and steep. Going down was easy. Going back up required a few rest stops for me. I'm pregnant and I was carrying our 1.5 year old. It probably would've been easier for me had I not been pregnant but this is definitely not a trek for anyone with physical limitations. My 4 year old went up and down twice but her legs were really burning the 2nd time going up. This is one of the best beaches I've ever been to. Sapphire water and soft sand. Quiet crowd and limited cell service, which added to the relaxation. The shore is a little rocky but doable without water shoes. Once you walk into the water a few feet from the shore the rocks give way to soft sand. The water was cold. I almost felt like I was taking an ice bath. But it felt great once I got acclimated and really helped me cool down in the 85 degree weather. It was a really special experience and so picturesque. One important note: there is a danger of sharks because of the booming seal population. We saw seals in the early afternoon swimming playfully about 20 feet from shore. Some locals will not get in the water if they spot seals-- that means sharks could be nearby. There were lifeguards on duty and also a shark patrol boat along the coast but it's still a little scary! The current got very strong in the early afternoon. I'm used to the crashing waves at the Atlantic beaches in NY and this undertow concerned even me.

The Cape Cod National Seashore is absolutely stunning…read more I love the majestic dunes that keep you from seeing civilization when you are down on the beach at Cahoon Hollow. This beach is such a peaceful spot and very relaxing. I grew up and spent most of my life on the east coast, but since moving to California, I have visited many of the notable beaches between San Diego and San Francisco. With that said, Cahoon Hollow is still one of my favorite beaches in the United States. I have generally visited Cahoon Hollow in May-June or September-October when parking is usually free and the beaches are not very crowded. I recommend trying to visit at those times. This is another GREAT beach for sitting on and spending the day OR for taking a nice long stroll. You could walk for miles. I recommend packing a lunch, snacks and beverages. There are 2 negatives to this beach: 1. Parking is pricey in the summer. 2. It's a VERY steep walk to get down to the beach. **Lecount Hollow is another equally stunning beach that is located right next to Cahoon Hollow.**

Okay this gets a 5 star for being available, affordable, actually existing, and being large enough…read moreto accommodate all needs, especially lap swim.

McDermott pool is a great place to be with Your younger ones. My daughter gos there for swim team…read moreAnd I watch her. It is a very big wide deep and shallow Pool. Unfortunately they keep the doors open witch Mack it very cold. Theh have a hot poop with h is curantly closed. Said Lu you have to we're masks in there. The locker rooms are very crowded most of the tome. But besides that is is a very good place to be and swim with your family

You may have driven by this place, and never given it much thought. I know I did for many years,…read moreuntil nieces and nephews started popping up everywhere. The Hall Memorial Pool is located in Stoneham across the busy street from Friendly's. It's a GREAT place to take your kids in the summer, despite it being along a super-busy road. It's a public pool - open for free to anyone during the summer months. It has it's own private parking lot (free), a main building (I've never been in - I assume it's locker rooms, bathrooms, etc), a public pool out front, and a kiddie/wading pool in the front, along with a small playground. I have never used the public pool, my nieces and nephews are small, and so I usually walk in the water with them at the kiddie pool and make sure they don't drown each other. Kids LOVE this small pool. OK so it might be a little dirty, but it's really not bad at all. Has a fountain that sprays up from one side - kinda neat. There's a little playground that the kids will go to in between swimming bouts. The whole area is gated with a chain-link fence so they're perfectly save from the busy street. Also - there are lifeguards on duty - even at the kiddie pool! There is also ample lawn space to put down your towels and sit and have a snack or lunch. Money is tight - this place is FREE and it's a good way to get your kids outside and moving for a couple hours. Go now, before it closes for the season!

Fun pool & splash pad combo. The pool doesn't get too deep and having both options is great. The…read morepool itself typically has leaves and pine needles, but it's surrounded by trees so that's to be expected. It's only $3 to get in, and Stoneham residents get access an hour earlier than the general public. During the week the Stoneham Boys & Girls Club also has free lunches here for kids of all ages.

10 stars for the great man this pool is named for…read more Daniel R. Healy, 36, was the brave Navy SEAL who died while on a rescue mission in Afghanistan. His bravery was recounted in the movie Lone Survivor. A native of Exeter, this pool was dedicated in his name. This slightly dated, 1960s era outdoor pool is great for singles, seniors and families. With shaded patio tables under big umbrellas, poolside also has a charming outdoor shower to rinse off after a swim and where littles can safely play in the cool spray on hot summer days. They offer swim lessons but not this year following the pandemic. The Healy pool has a not-quite Olympic-length pool for lap swims (dedicated lap swim hours M-W-F 8-9 am) with an L-shaped extension complete with fun slides where many of the kids splash.. There are at least two lifeguards on duty at all times but signs advise parents to supervise their children. They give color wrist bands to all swimmers after lifeguards test you can safely swim in the deep end. It's an outdoor pool so it's open mid-June through August, weather permitting. Oddly, the pool closes if there aren't enough swimmers. It seems wise to call first before driving over. Plenty of free parking available in the private lot.

Amazing gym, by far the best on the island!!! This gym absolutely has everything you could want…read more The indoor track is massive with ample room to run on the rainy days. The indoor pool offers lap swim as well as recreational. The basketball and racquetball courts are usually always available. The weight room/ machines are of the best quality and are well maintained. The locker room smells fresh and the sauna to raise your core temperature is impeccably clean. Its hard to find any problem with this gym other than it not being a 24/7 facility. The staff are some of the kindest people I've ever met during working hours and are always willing to help or answer any questions. 5 out of 5 no questions asked!

Always clean. Here on a lightly busy Sunday morning. There's a rotating group of equipment that…read moreneeds repairs at any given time but they seem to actually get it repaired on schedule. The gym really does have everything you need, plus a sauna in the locker room which is my favorite part. The showers each have an individual "lobby" area for you to undress before stepping into your own shower. Needless to say, restroom areas are just top notch.

Nice pool. Good for lap swimming. Clean, just wished it was open earlier so I could go before…read morework starts.

Kids of all ages are required to have supervision but the adults/supervision get charged even if…read morethey don't go in the water- obviously a huge ripoff. The pool isn't temperature controlled, it's quite cold on the shallow side but tolerable in the lap lanes. I saw ants on the pool deck so be careful where you put your belongings. The slide is old and useless. This pool is honestly really pitiful, especially for being on an Air Force base- you're better off just going to the beach for free.

If you're looking to escape the world and find boundless beauty...this is your place. I typically…read morerent a kayak on the bayside of town and take the journey across the famous Provincetown Harbor. It's the same harbor where the Pilgrims signed the Mayflower Compact BEFORE landing in Plymouth. Yes, they landed in Provincetown first! Once on long point head toward the tip and you can't miss the lighthouse. Stunning. Be sure to look along the inlets and you can still find some remnants of the 19th century colony (bricks, shards of porcelain etc). Don't forget to find a spot on the beach...you could be the only one on it! Plan around the tide or you'll be dragging your kayak. You can also walk there via the jetty or have the local service (Flyers) drop you off for a fee. I'd avoid the Flyers service. If taking a kayak...DO NOT go directly across the deep part of the harbor! Especially in August or if there are seals in the water. Yes, we have a great white shark population that seems to get bigger every year. Stay along the sand bar (hint, you should almost always see the bay floor). This place is pure heaven.

A very lonely…read morespot The end of the world. It sure feels like it. The absolutely tip of the tip. The end of Provincetown and Cape Cod. You can't go any further or you'll be in the sea. What a great place. The problem is how the hell to get to the end of the world. No roads here, you either go by small boat or walk. It's a pretty good hike through heavy sand but there is a short cut. Go over the breakwater that starts at the Pilgrim Plaque. Just don't try it in rough weather or you will probably die. Assuming you actually get out there you will find one of the absolutely coolest places anywhere. Nothing but wild wind and sea. The light is never open but you can walk right up to it. No one cares because no one is around. Probably for miles. The light was built in 1875 but an earlier one was built in 1826. It's only 38 feet tall and had a fifth order Fresnel lens. I'm not sure whatt happen to the lens. The real cool part is that this area once had lots of houses, buildings and windmills for power. Several hundred people actually lived way out here.. Even two old forts, sarcastically called Fort Useless and Fort Harmless. Apparently they were not too successful. The remains of the forts can still be seen but just lumps in the sand. Everything else is long gone. The wind is always howling out here and you can almost hear the old voices. On one of the mounds there is a large cross with flowers frequently place around it. I'm not sure what it signifies but gives a surrealistic feel to a wild and spooky place.