Ricker Pond Swim Beach
Groton · Northeast Kingdom
A quieter Kettle Pond swim page with official park access and a more remote pond feel than the bigger Groton beaches.
Key facts
Swimming
Remote pond swimming and wading
Access
State park beach access
Parking
Limited
Current conditions
Trip profile
Difficulty
Reward
Risk
Good fit, skip if, before you go
Good fit
Families who want a legitimate public pond beach
Travelers pairing Groton State Forest with a swim stop
Visitors who want easy parking and a calmer swim entry
Skip
You want a hidden river-hole feel
You are avoiding developed summer swim areas
A small pond beach feels too tame for your day
Before you go
- Use the Ricker Pond State Park entrance and day-use parking pattern.
- This is a designated beach area, not a secret ledge pool.
- Expect more families and campers in mid-summer.
- Water warms faster than the bigger mountain lakes, but mornings can still feel cool.
- Follow state-park rules and posted swim guidance.