Town of Westford Beaches

Beaches, Swimming, and more with Westford Recreation

Westford Recreation oversees two public beaches: 

Forge Pond Beach and Edwards Beach. Visit facilities to learn more about these and other Town of Westford facilities!

TOWN BEACH SEASON 2025 ENDED ON AUGUST 15.
PLEASE NOTE: There are no lifeguards on duty. Swim at your own risk.
Bathrooms and snack shacks are closed. . 

2025 Beach Season dates for Edwards and Forge Beaches: June 23-August 15 .

Westford Town Beaches Summer 2025 Season hours and fees:
HOURS: Monday-Sunday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
FEE: Westford Residents are free, but must have proof of residency.
Nonresidents are $10 per person, per day. (Charge includes access to the Forge Beach Playground and the Ronan McElligott playground at Edwards Beach.) Three and under, and 65 and over are free. 

Nonresidents may purchase a SEASON PASS at the beaches for $90 for a family of five.  
PURCHASE ONLINE or at the beach. For information about the Town of Westford Season Beach Pass for nonresidents, visit westfordma.myrec.com.

For additional information about Edwards Beach and Forge Pond Beach visit About Waterfront at westfordrec.com. Visit Summer Weekly Programs and seasonal programs for Recreation's season-round updates. 

For information about the water quality and treatment status of Edwards and Forge Beaches please visit Town of Westford General Health Notice postings.

Edwards Beach and Forge Pond Beach are community resources to be enjoyed by the public year round from dawn to dusk. During the off-season, please help us keep these facilities clean by following a carry-in/carry-out trash protocol. We appreciate your help!