Day Pond State Park
Colchester · River Valley
Day Pond State Park is a modest Colchester swim stop with a seasonal gate, a small beach, and easy access to the Salmon River Trail.
Key facts
Swimming
Swimming is the main draw in summer, but the beach is small and the seasonal gate, weather, and water quality matter
Access
Public lakefront or pond-edge access
Parking
Limited
Current conditions
Trip profile
Difficulty
Reward
Risk
Good fit, skip if, before you go
Good fit
Simple Colchester swim days
Beach plus trail access
People who want a free public pond stop
Skip
You need a large beach or lots of shade
You want a pool-like setup
You dislike seasonal gates or off-season roadside parking
Before you go
- There is no parking or entry fee.
- Gates are open from the third Saturday in April through Columbus Day weekend.
- Off-season parking is along Day Pond Road and by the front gate.