Visited this beach a few times now. Clean, open space with plenty to offer. Enclosed area for…read morekids/families, a playground, benches, beach/pool chairs, grills, you can rent boats/paddle boats, snack bar. I only wish there was a rinse off station by the entrance for my sandy toes. $5 for Wayland residents $10 for non-residents.

Beautiful, fun, welcoming & well guarded. A bit pricey, and when summer heat is high the algae…read moreblooms interfere with accessibility.

This is one review that I almost hate to write because I want to keep it to myself BUT in the…read moreinterest of being a good Yelper...here it goes. Looking for a place to eat lunch after our visit to the North Lighthouse and walking to Sandy Point (the northernmost tip of Block Island) we were going to head to Fred Benson Town Beach - but after making a map reading stop - my traveling partner and I realized we were near Mansion Beach and decided to check it out. First - cars and bikes are allowed on the access road to the beach BUT NOT MOPEDS. After heading down a little way we found the parking lot, locked up our bikes and headed to the sound of the surf. Over the walkway we were greeted with an sight - an almost deserted sandy beach with an outcropping of rocks nearby. Score! Being farther away from the New Shoreham, I suspect that this is a beach that most day trippers don't get to - which is great! The feeling of soft sand between my feet and the sound of the waves crashing to the shore was the best way to enjoy my picnic lunch (courtesy of Block Island Grocery). Pro Tip - this is a pretty low frills beach - think, no bathrooms (except the ocean), no lifeguards, and no trash cans (at least that I could tell).

What a beautiful spot! Beautiful stretch of sand and beach. Watch as the ferries go by. Water was…read morejust incredible. A stroll down the beach offered some very cool finds and the views of the cliffs are awesome. You'll have to get here by car, bike or taxi. The road is marked no mopeds allowed. Tip!!! If you take a taxi, make a designated time for them to come back for you. We were here during the summer of 2020 and due to Covid there were a lot less taxi drivers available. We later realized a prearranged pick up time would've been better than trying to call for a taxi and having a slight anxiety attack because it's an hour walk back to town and no one is answering! Lol! This is a beach person beach as there is no concession stand. The only major downside is no facilities so you know everyone is peeing in the water. I try to not think about that and in the end I truly had the best day of summer 2020 at this beach!!

Boy I remember this park when they had a round man made water hole for swimming that was over 60…read moreyears ago but it was truly a wonderful place to gather with friends and family

Upping my review to 3 stars…read more They rebuilt the dock area so it is a nice place to sit, drink a coffee, eat lunch, etc. in the spring and fall, many of the assisted living facilities bring van loads of residents to visit. I try to visit on those days with my dogs - it helps bring joy to the residents.

I'm reluctant to review because it might bring attention to this diamond in the rough…read more One of the major reasons I moved to Wellesley was Lake Waban; I'd drive from the city every weekend to walk the lake with my dog. As luck would have it, and I didn't know until moving into my home, Morse's Pond is a 7 minute walk and changes the entire dynamic of the community I live it - it's as if I live in Maine. My family spends almost every weekend here and enjoy biking on the vast trails and swimming in the gorgeous pond. A true gem!

I'm almost afraid to post this review because I want this place to stay a hidden gem, but…read moreanyway...if you are looking for a clean place to sun and swim, look no further. There's a decent beach and the water isn't too cold. It's mostly families, so I won't say it's peaceful, but it hits the mark on a hot day. $10 for non-Wellesley residents. $70 for a season pass.

Of all the state parks in the area, Ashland has always been my favorite. It's not human-made and…read morehas great nooks and crannies that are fun to explore from a kayak or canoe on the water or along the perimeter on trails. We've been coming here since we moved to the area 25 years ago and because the entire reservoir is within the park property, it looks much the same as it did a quarter century ago. This morning I met a friend and we took our dogs for a walk. We were shocked that on a summer morning, we only passed two people along the trail- one with a dog (on leash as required) and one friendly solo human. The trails are very rooted and while I've done mountain biking here in the past, it's definitely easier to maneuver this one on foot. The trails are *sort of* marked with yellow spray paint on trees. As other people have mentioned, despite many times walking here I still always question if I'm going the right way. Even in the trail area, it's easy to wander off a bit. But also as someone mentioned, the beauty of this trail is that as long as you keep the reservoir on the same side and within view, you'll be fine! I like to park at the Boat Launch side of the park because you can access the trail right there without walking through a giant parking lot- so it feels more natural. I also like to head to the right (facing the water at the boat launch), therefore keeping the reservoir on my left the whole time. The public beach area (no lifeguards) is about halfway from the boat launch which is a great water/snack/bathroom break. The ranger station was open and the bathrooms were, as well. This section of the park has tons of shaded picnic areas and plenty of sandy and grassy space to spread out. This area used to get very busy on weekends with large gatherings - I'm not sure if that's still the case. But today there was one family group having a quiet picnic but the beach was empty. The trail around the reservoir is almost completely shaded except for the elevated causeway across the dam which is about .3miles of exposed trail- also of note are the annoying bugs that zip around this tall grass but seem to not bother humans. Ashland State Park is a great place to visit! Definitely recommend checking out this gem!

I really enjoy visiting Ashland State Park. Unfortunately, the reservoir is currently not safe for…read moreswimming due to bacterial exceedance (otherwise, this park is 5 stars). Without the option to swim, the beach doesn't have the same appeal, but it is still a nice spot for walking or boating. The trail around the reservoir is an almost 4 mile loop, and the vast majority of it is shaded. There are many roots along the trail, and the terrain slopes toward the water, so it is not flat. Just something to keep in mind for folks with knee or ankle issues. During our most recent visit, the trail was not crowded, and thankfully was very clean with very little noticeable litter. We did encounter a small amount of broken glass and a few dog owners who ignored the "dogs must be leashed" signs. Either from the trail or water, the view in almost all directions is natural woods. There are just a few homes within site from the trail, so it really feels like an escape hidden within the suburbs.

Learned Pond is so close to downtown Framingham, but it feels like you're in the forest. It has a…read moresandy, lifeguarded beach in the summer for swimming. At the end of the parking lot, shady year-round walking trails follow along the pond's edge for great views of the water and a nice walk. You can walk, drive, or take the Route 3 bus from the Mass Bay Community College stop.

The pond is lovely and peaceful in Fall/Winter, a nice place to escape the hustle and bustle of…read moretraffic, construction, strip malls, and more traffic. Framingham is lacking in open, public space considering its size (26 square miles), so this spot is special in its own rite. Enjoy the colorful foliage surrounding the water, or take a short walk in the woods next to the pond. Trailhead starts at the parking lot and dead-ends at the end of a very lucky property owner's yard. During the summer, it's probably a different story. I expect screaming children, trash, yelling parents, and overcrowding, but I'll have to come back and experience it to confirm these suspicions. As you can see in the photos, the parking lot is larger than the beach, which is sad and telling. The upside is that there actually are a few bike racks and presumably you could skip the parking fee if you bike here. According to the internet, the Town of Framingham operates three public beaches which are staffed from mid June to late August. Beach tags are available from the Park & Recreation Department for $10.00 per resident or $30.00 per resident family. Daily passes are available for $3.00 per person, per day. Non-resident rates are available.

Hello Mayor/ City of Framingham,…read more I will start with this.... Welcome to Saxonville Beach the most filthiest disgusting city beach I ever been to. There is literally Geese SHIT EVERYWHERE on the walkway and all over the sand this beach has not been properly maintained at all..,not cleaned.. the sand needs to be replaced... It's obvious the the Park/DPW department City of Framingham don't care... If you don't care about the beach then completely shut it down....if you go and compare Saxonville beach to the other town beaches you will PUKE..... Look at this FALSE PICTURE of Saxonville beach that's on the city website ...I want city officials to go to Saxonville Beach and see for themselves... Obviously they don't go there.... Bring something to cover your shoes... ITS DISGUSTING.... If you plan on fixing it do it right DAMM IT...Put some money into it not some bullclean up..... Take a look at the Wayland town beach. I will contact a local news channel if it's not done properly.

This beach is one out of 3 in the town of Framingham and is run by the town…read more The life guards open it in mid June to mid Aug. Great place to cool off and let the kids run around. Parking is free but either a day pass or season pass is needed which you can buy there or get at the main office in downtown Framingham.

A couple things about this location-…read more It's in Cochituate State Park. You have to buy a parking permit so you can access the boat rentals. If the state park is closed - due to a full parking lot - you cannot get in for boat rentals They have no concessions here - no water or sports drinks. So bring your own The annual pass is a great deal. Look for deals- I got mine for $170ish - and it comes with 4 guest passes. I think this is one of the better BiB locations. Lake Cochituate is clean - no worries if you fall in! You enter the boats on land and they push you into the water - no trying to jump into a floating wobbly boat. And lake Cochituate is just oh so pretty.

I never knew this was here! Had a great time and the staff were friendly and accommodating.read more

We had a few groupons to get our kayak on, and with the beautiful weather we had this weekend, it…read morewas the perfect time. Nothing better than being on the open ocean with a paddle. Four of us arrived, filled out a simple waiver, and got our life vests and paddles. After not so gracefully plopping into the kayaks, we were on our way. Once we got the hang of it, we were on our way to the closest island. We were hoping to get to Spectacle, (insert snicker here) but I think we would have passed out first, so we made it to land (I think it was Thompson, which may or may not have had No Tresspassing signs on it. Eh, We weren't exploring, just resting up with a nice picnic lunch. I can't wait to go back, after my aching arm muscles stop killing me!~ Next time I might wrapy my thumbs with tape to see if it will prevent the blisters I got.... Highly recommend for a fun day out!

UMass Boston is right on the ocean, so it's cold of the…read moreYear.... but beautiful. They offer many boating activitIes, and water sports equipment rentals, as well as a running trail along the ocean. The deal: Umass Boston students, with ID's, hey free boat rIdes, kayak lessons and more!

I booked an amazing sunset cruise for my birthday with Captain Sam. We had a combination of adults…read moreand kids and went out for a beautiful cruise around Monomy island. Captain Sam was very knowledgeable and showed us various landmarks throughout. The boat was amazing - everything looked brand new and there were various areas of the boat for us to hang out in. In particular I loved the fly bridge which had incredible views of the sunset and water. Captain Sam was awesome and played great tunes. I will definitely be booking again in the future for my next girls trip or for a special night with the family. The perfect cape experience!

From the owner: Come aboard the 35' Duffy, "Taken A Chance", with third generation Cape Cod fisherman Captain Sam…read moreCrafts. We offer sport and family charter boats out of Allen Harbor in Harwich Port. Experience the rich fishing grounds of Nantucket Sound, in the tide rips of Nantucket shoals and Monomoy shoals, and the Atlantic Ocean on our fishing boat. From striped bass, fluke, seabass, blue fish, cod, squid, albies, and the GIANT bluefin tuna.... Your lines are bound to get tight! In addition to fishing charters we offer sunset cruises, the best way to top off a great beach day on the Cape.