Buffumville Lake, Massachusetts, United States
4.5 (34 reviews) Spent Ranking #2 in Charlton Bodies of Water
Summer Retreat
Clean, family friendly, dog friendly (no animals allowed on the beach or in the water), inexpensive entrance fee with lots to do for all ages. One side is the dam with hiking, fishing, Frisbee golf and the Rangers give dam tours. The other side has a sandy beach area, roped in swim area, picnic tables and grills, several pavilions that can be rented for exclusivity, volley ball, horseshoe pit, hiking trails and shore fishing. Drinking fountain and restrooms are centrally located. There is a $1.00 fee per person for beach use, under 12 is free and $4.00 maximum per car. Exceptions are commercial vehicles which are $1.00 per person. Open 8am - 8pm seasonally. Be sure to bring a trash bag or ask for one at the pay booth as it is a carry in/carry out policy and no garbage cans are located in the park. Parking, including handicapped, is available.
Address
Old Oxford Road, Charlton, Massachusetts, United States.
Website
http://www.nae.usace.army.mil/recreati/bvl/bvlhome.htm
Current local date and time now
Tuesday, May 14, 2024, 14:27
User Ratings
4.5 based on (34 reviews)
Reviews
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5cmargie 5:00 PM Jan 24, 2013
Perfect summer spot
I walk my dog at the nearby dam and around the lake on marked trails. In July 2012 I reserved the smaller covered patio for a family cook out. The low fee of $50 was well worth it. Located between the parking area and swim beach there are picnic tables, a large grill and even an electrical outlet. The day was hot and humid but we were cool and comfortable under the pavilion surrounded by trees and far enough away to have a great time without bothering others if we got a bit loud. The swim beach is clean, and rest rooms are located near the beach, though there is not a shower for rinsing off. . A bonus is being able to bring the family dog. Dogs are welcome anywhere but the swim beach, and must be on leash. There is also a large pavilion that holds up to 100 near the beach. I have also been to Buffumville to swim and picnic at other times. Its a great summer spot to spend the day, or after work to swim or walk/hike through the woods. There is a nominal parking fee. The property is very well maintained.
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5Dianne J 5:00 PM Oct 2, 2017
Our favorite!
We love to kayak at Buffumville Lake! On one end, an island to explore on the other no one!! It's great fun to kayak under the road and see the kids play at the little beach. Lots of fish jumping, too!
