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Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

Address

840 Hillside St., Milton, MA 02186
Directions 

Phone

(617) 698-1802
Transit friendly
Accessible
Brochure & Map  Reserve a day use site  Self-guided opportunities 
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Details   of Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

Overview   of Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

Houghton’s Pond is located within Blue Hills Reservation. Swim, fish, or relax form the 24-acre pond and accessible beach. Follow trails for hiking, biking, or horseback riding.

Hours   for Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

General

Dusk to dawn

Swimming area

Sunday - Saturday:
10:00 am-6:00 pm

Lifeguards on duty Memorial Day and weekends until June 18. 7 days a week June 19 until Labor Day

Parking   at Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

Parking at Houghton’s Pond Recreation Area is free of charge. The parking lots close at 8 p.m. unless otherwise posted.

Activities   at Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

  • Swimming

    Cool off during the steaming summer months in the swimming area.

  • Fishing

    With plenty of trout in the pond, cast away no matter your experience level.

All Activities   at Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

  • Baseball
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Educational programs
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Mountain biking
  • Swimming

Facilities   at Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

  • Ball fields
  • Boardwalk
  • Concession stand
  • First-aid station
  • Lifeguards
  • Picnic area
  • Grills - Bring propane grills/no charcoal in designated areas
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Visitors center

Accessibility   at Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

Restrictions   at Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

General

  • Pets must be on a leash
  • Remove all pet waste before leaving
  • No pets on beach
  • Boats are not allowed at Houghton’s Pond
  • No alcohol
  • No littering
  • No harming or removing animals, vegetation, artifacts, or other state property
  • No metal detectors
  • No disruptive conduct, including amplified music or public nudity
  • No ground fires or wood fires
  • Propane grills/no charcoal in designated areas

Beach

  • No grills or open fires
  • No horses or pets on beach or in water
  • No fishing from beach
  • No balls or Frisbees

Swimming

  • No swimming outside supervised areas
  • No flotation devices
  • No masks
  • No snorkels 

More info   for Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

Houghton's Pond is located within Blue Hills Reservation, explore their website for more information on recreational activities, maps, and more.

Picnics

Picnic sites are first come, first served. Head to sites 1 and 2 if you're with a small group.

Please stick to 2 picnic tables at most for one group so everyone has a chance to enjoy the park.

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