Stiles Pond Beach, just off Main Street, with some of the cleanest fresh water in eastern Massachusetts, is the place to meet friends and neighbors in this relaxed and fun atmosphere during the hot months of June, July and August. Membership to the Keith Koster Park at Stiles Pond is offered to residents of Boxford only, for a nominal fee.

Registration is scheduled to open in the next few weeks.  Proof of residency or town employment is required.  Stiles Pond Beach Hours are weather permitting. 

The Boxford Athletic Association's dedicated  board members, staff, and lifeguards run the beach during the summer months, and there are always plenty of fun things to do. Beach members have access to canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards, all free of charge. A concession stand serving hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza, snacks, and slush is open during prime time hours. There's a basketball and volleyball area, a playground for the children, docks, floats and plenty of picnic tables. Family picnics, birthday parties, and cookouts are a tradition at Keith Koster Park.

Stiles Pond Beach offers swimming lessons by certified Red Cross instructors. Swimmers will be evaluated and placed in the appropriate swim group. During Swim Lessons, only participants in the lessons are allowed in the water.

PLEASE READ THE WEBSITE CAREFULLY FOR ALL FEES AND POLICIES. THE LIFEGUARDS ARE EMPOWERED TO REVOKE OR SUSPEND A MEMBER'S PRIVILEGES FOR VIOLATIONS OF ANY OF THE REGULATIONS.

The Beach Committee has worked hard over the years to make Keith Koster Park something we can all be proud of. We look forward to seeing everyone this summer! If you have any comments or suggestions please contact the Beach Director anytime!

2025 Registration Schedule to Open in Next Few Weeks

Welcome to Stiles Pond Beach! We are so glad you are here. Please see membership information below.

Family: $250

Individual: $125

Senior: $50

Registration Link To Be Provided Shortly

Lifeguards are on duty at the following times:

June

Mon-Thursday: 9am-7pm 

Friday and Saturday: 9am-7pm

Sunday: 10am-7pm

July

Mon-Thursday: 10:30am-7pm 

Friday and Saturday: 9am-7pm

Sunday: 10am-7pm

August-September (closes Labor Day)

Monday-Saturday: 9am-6pm

Sunday: 10am-6pm

We endeavor to keep the beach open and guarded during regular hours. However, weather, beach and water conditions evolve. In case of inclement environmental factors, the beach will close.

Once you have purchased a membership, please bring (printed or digital) a confirmation of membership to the beach. Membership bracelets will be given out and must be kept visible at all times while visiting the beach. 

We plan to open mid-June 2025-Labor Day. Info regarding swim lessons is above. Please check back periodically for special events and announcements…We can’t wait to see you at the pond! 

Stiles Pond Beach offers lessons to swimmers ages 4 years 9 months and up. Swimmers are grouped by ability level rather than age level; however, we try to maintain peer groupings when possible. For example, an age 10 beginner swimmer would not be placed with an age 5 beginner swimmer group. Swimmers will be evaluated on the first day of lessons.

Classes run for four weeks in July and occur rain or shine. In case of thunder or inclement beach conditions, if a class has to be cancelled, Fridays will be used as make up days. The decision to postpone is determined by the head guard or Beach Director. The last Friday of lessons each year is Fun Day.

Fees per child are as follows:

$125 members

$150 non-members

Classes begin on July 7th this year:

Week 1: July 7-10

Week 2: July 14-17

Week 3: July 21-24

Week 4: July 28-31

When registering, please note your preferred lesson time in the comments. Based on responses, we will determine lesson assignments.

9:00-9:35am

9:45-10:20

The beach opens to members at 10:30, after lessons.

If you have any questions regarding swim lessons or need assistance with accommodations, please reach out to the BAA president @ baapresident.2024.2025@gmail.com . Please be aware that parents/caregivers must remain on the beach during swim lessons.

Registration Link to be Provided Shortly

Thank you!