Town Beach Information

Falls Pond and Barbara Road Beach

Last updated 16 July 2024

Status: Open
Alerts: Fish Consumption Advisory due to PFAS in the the North Basin of Falls Pond and mercury contamination

Whitings Pond

Last updated 16 July 2024

Status: Open
Alerts: Fish Consumption Advisory due to mercury contamination 

Beach & Pond Access Pass Information

As of February 8, 2022, all vehicles that wish to enter either of the Town’s Beaches will need a pass from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Passes can be purchased from the Parks & Recreation Department online under Programs or in person at Mason Fieldhouse, Parks & Rec Office, located at 446 Elm Street.

Pricing:

  • North Attleboro Resident Pass: $25 per vehicle (valid Memorial Day to Labor Day)
  • Massachusetts Boat Trailer Pass: $25 per vehicle (valid Memorial Day to Labor Day)
  • North Attleboro Senior Price: $5 per vehicle (valid Memorial Day to Labor Day)

Gate Operational Access Times:  

April 1st through Memorial Day7 AM – 8 PMGate will be open with no fee
Memorial Day through Labor Day7 AM – 8 PMPass required
Labor Day through October 31st7 AM – 6 PMGate will be open with no fee


Police will need to be called to exit property if after closing time. Ticket may be issued for after time allowed on property.

Rules & Regulations: Barbara Road Beach

  • Valid sticker needed to enter and exit parking area
  • Beach is for North Attleboro residents only
  • Boat Ramp access is for Massachusetts Residents only
  • All traffic shall move counterclockwise on pond
  • One skier per boat
  • No towing of any other boat or objects (tubes, rafts, etc.)
  • No jet skis
  • Maximum speed 25 MPH
  • All boats must comply with Town of North Attleboro Pond & Beach Rules and Regulations
  • SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK
  • Beach is under 24 hour surveillance

Rules & Regulations: Whiting’s Pond Beach

  • Valid sticker needed to enter and exit parking area
  • Beach is for North Attleboro / Plainville residents only
  • Boat Ramp access is for Massachusetts Residents only
  • No motorized boats allowed
  • Must comply with the Town of North Attleboro Pond & Beach Rules and Regulations
  • SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK
  • Beach is under 24 hour surveillance


Town Officials Announce Fish Advisory Following Discovery of PFAS in North Basin of Falls Pond

4 June 2024


Mercury Found in Fish at Falls and Whitings Ponds

Town Manager Michael Borg and Public Health Director Anne Marie Fleming announce a Fish Advisory following the discovery of PFAS in the north basin of Falls Pond. 

The Town received a Fish Consumption Advisory from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Bureau of Climate and Environmental Health on Thursday, May 23. The advisory indicated that elevated levels of PFAS were found in fish from the north basin of Falls Pond. 

Testing showed that the levels of PFAS found in fish in the north basin of Falls Pond were higher than the Department of Public Health’s (DPH) action level of 0.22 parts per billion. Daily fish consumption at those levels may pose health concerns for community members. 

Previous testing results from February 2023 also indicated the presence of Mercury in Fish at both Falls and Whitings Ponds.    

As a result, the DPH and Town recommend the following guidance: 

Children under the age of 12 and those who are nursing, pregnant, or may become pregnant should not eat Largemouth Bass from Falls Pond and limit consumption of other fish from Falls Pond to one meal every six months. 

The general population should limit consumption of all fish to one meal every two months. 

Please note that these recommendations also apply to any fish in Whiting’s Pond fish due to Mercury contamination.   

The advisory notice has been posted at Falls Pond Beach and the fishing location on Reservoir Road. 

Residents are advised that the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection notified the town that it is safe to swim in Falls Pond even with the current PFAS level.

For additional information, please call the MA Department of Public Health at 617-624-5757 or the North Attleborough Health Department at 508-699-0100 ext. 2560.