Watson Pond State Park


Watson Pond State Park is a public recreation area occupying on the east side of Watson Pond in the northern portion of the city of Taunton, Massachusetts. The state park comprises a swimming beach, picnic area, bathhouse and pavilion. Fishing and non-motorized boating are offered.

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In 2006, Watson Pond was reopened for swimming after being closed for 18 years as result of a high bacterial count. In 2010, the park was one of a thousand places given favorable mention by the Great Places in Massachusetts Commission.