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 for the 2025 Season is open!

See below for registration information or click here https://stiles-pond-beach.sportngin.com/register/form/744299093

Stiles Pond Beach is  a BOXFORD RESIDENTS ONLY beach.

Guests MUST BE accompanied by a Member or Boxford resident at all times. 

Members: Please see a lifeguard to purchase guest passes.

• Members are always welcome to bring guests, and guest fees for members remain $5 per person per day. We encourage pond friends, parties, and playdates!
• Non-member residents' day pass fees have increased due to significant operational costs. However, if a non-member visits Stiles then chooses to register as a member, their day pass fees will be applied directly to their membership fee. Fees for 2025 are: 

  **Adults: $20/day

  **Child under18: $10/day

  **Maximum is $50/day per family 

• If you are in need of financial assistance or other accommodations for Stiles or any BAA program, please email the director of that program.
• Regarding members' caregivers: We realize relatives, nannies, and babysitters can be an integral part of child care and family support systems, especially in the summer. If a caregiver is present in place of a parent, there is never an additional guest fee. That person is entitled to use a family membership bracelet to enjoy Stiles.
• Regarding the Snack Shack: While the Snack Shack may not seem like much of an amenity, it serves two purposes: first, to provide a few kid-friendly meal, snack, and drink options, including Richie's Slush, which is a Stiles tradition. The second and more important role of the Snack Shack is to provide local kids with the opportunity for a first job experience in a safe space--somewhere they can learn and test basic skills such as interacting with a supervisor, co-workers, and customers; engage in low-stakes food service; and practice money handling procedures. Snack Shack staff often "graduate" to being lifeguards, which is a position of much responsibility with transferable skills that are highly-regarded on college applications and nascent resumes.
• The Stiles lifeguards are trained first responders. They undergo rigorous lifeguard, first aid, CPR, AED, and oxygen training, and must recertify every two years. Guards, along with caregiver supervision, are essential to the safety of any swimming area, and we staff accordingly.
• Stiles staff is a well-trained, respectful, and knowledgeable group of 14-22 year old employees. They are here to help members while also upholding beach policy and procedure, namely beach occupancy and water safety. To this end, all members must wear their wristbands.

If you have questions or comments at any time regarding Stiles membership, policy, or staffing, please see me in person at Stiles or contact me via email through BAAsports.com. I am happy to talk about Stiles all day long. Hope that clears things up. --Josilyn DeMarco, BAA VP and Stiles Pond Beach Director

Proof of residency or town employment is required for membership.  

Stiles Pond Beach Hours are weather permitting. 

Beach members have access to canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards, all free of charge. A concession stand serving hot dogs, pizza, snacks, drinks, and slush is open during prime time hours. There's a basketball court, 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.

Unfortunately Swim Lessons will not be offered in 2025 but hopefully will return in upcoming summers.

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 BAA & Town of Boxford  have 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.

2025 Stiles Pond Beach Registration is Open!!

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 Below

https://stiles-pond-beach.sportngin.com/register/form/744299093

Lifeguards are on duty at the following times:

June-July

Mon-Saturday: 9am-7pm

Sunday: 10am-7pm

August-September (closes Labor Day)

Monday-Saturday: 9am-7pm

Sunday: 10am-7pm

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

Once you have purchased a membership, please bring (printed or electronic) a confirmation of membership to the beach with proof of residency or town employment

 Membership bracelets will be given out and must be kept visible at all times while visiting the beach. 

We plan to be open mid-June 2025-Labor Day.  We can’t wait to see you at the pond!