Details of Cochituate State Park

Cochituate State Park's main feature is Lake Cochituate, which is made up of three linked ponds.

During the summer, Gates open at 8am. All boats off the water by 7pm, boat ramp closes at 7:30pm. Bathrooms locked at 7pm. Gates locked at 8pm.

During the off-season: Enter at the boat ramp, open from dawn to dusk, no facilities available.

Daily parking fee charged May 15 through October 31

MA resident $8

Non-MA resident $30

Mobile payments accepted via the YODEL app Parking in MA State Parks - YODEL FAQs

Resident and non resident status is determined by the vehicle license plate

The parking lot will be closed once it reaches capacity. Call park staff at (508) 653-9641 before heading to the park to make sure lot is not full.

For youth groups, company outings & other weekday recreational activities, please email cochituate.park@state.ma.us

No jet skis
No alcohol
No diving off boats
No boating after dark unless posted
Dogs are not allowed on designated swimming areas of inland beaches from May 1 through September 15, unless otherwise posted. Guide to Dogs in DCR Parks

Speed Limits and Regulations

Middle Lake and Boat Ramp

Speed limit is 22 mph on Middle Lake
Speed limit is 5 mph within 150 feet of ramp, channels, tunnels, piers or moorings
No motorboat operation within 150 feet of swimming areas.
No towing of a person(s) in the water or on any apparatus on Middle Lake.

North Lake

Speed limit on North Lake is 5 mph on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays
Speed limit is 22mph on weekdays
Speed limit is 5mph within 150 feet of ramp, channels, tunnels, piers, or moorings
No towing of a person(s) in the water or on any apparatus on North Lake.

South Lake