Overview
The Plymouth Recreation Division is responsible for the operation of Fresh Pond. Parks is responsible for the park maintenance/trash and DPW- Facilities is responsible for the bath house.
Seasonal Staffing
- Fresh Pond will be staffed with a supervisor, lifeguards and parking attendants starting Saturday June 28th, 2025 (Saturdays, Sundays and July 4th only) through August 10th, 2025.
Parking
A residential beach sticker or a daily pass fee of $20.00 is required starting Saturday June 28th, 2025 (Saturdays, Sundays and July 4th only) through August 10th, 2025. Follow all official parking enforcement signage and regulations.
- Parking gate closes at 5:00 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and July 4th. All vehicles must exit the park by 5:00 p.m. (enforcement by Plymouth Police Department)
Facilities
The bathhouse is open from 8:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. when Fresh Pond is staffed. There is also a port-o-john on site.
Rules & Regulations
- No alcohol on any beaches
- No glass containers
- No loud music
- Dogs must be on a 6ft leash (or less) and under control at all times
- No open fires
- No boats within 150 ft of a swimmer
- No jet skis in Morton, Fresh, or Hedges Pond
- No fishing in designated swimming areas during hours of operation.
- All personal flotation devices must meet Coast Guard approval
- Lifeguards have the final say in rule enforcement
- Drones & kites are not allowed on beaches from Memorial Day through Labor Day
- No charcoal grills are allowed at any beach