Walden Pond State Reservation

Address

915 Walden St., Concord, MA 01742

directions

Phone

(978) 369-3254

Online

walden.pond@state.ma.us

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Historic site

Accessible

Details of Walden Pond State Reservation

Overview of Walden Pond State Reservation

Let a visit to Walden Pond bring you back in time to the mid-1800's. Experience the connection with nature that inspired Henry David Thoreau's Walden. Enjoy a day of swimming, walking around the famous pond or boating out on the water. Also be sure to visit the replica of Thoreau's single-room cabin. Organized groups must call in advance to make a reservation. Park hours vary seasonally.

Hours for Walden Pond State Reservation

Main entrance

7:00am - 7:30pm The main entrance gate locks at 7:30pm and the exit gate locks at 8:00pm. All cars must be out of the parking lot at this time.

Boat ramp

Opens automatically at 5am - Locks at 7:30pm

Parking at Walden Pond State Reservation

Parking is located in the large lot off Rt. 126

Daily parking fees charged year-round

MA residents	$8
Non-MA residents	$15

Activities at Walden Pond State Reservation

Facilities at Walden Pond State Reservation

Boat ramp
Picnic areas
Restrooms
Visitors center

Accessibility at Walden Pond State Reservation

Accessible beaches
Accessible boating
Accessible education programs
Accessible restrooms
Accessible trails

Restrictions at Walden Pond State Reservation

No dogs or pets
No fires or grilling
No camping
No bikes on trails
No alcoholic beverages
No gasoline engines
No hunting
No blow-up water toys
No parking on the streets

More info for Walden Pond State Reservation

The parking lot will be closed once it reaches capacity. Call park staff at (978) 369-3254 before heading to the park to make sure lot is not full.