Anyone who has lived in Massachusetts for a while knows that the summers here can get uncomfortably hot and humid. I always find that one of the best ways to seek relief from the heat is to spend a day cooling off at the beach. While I am a big fan of the ocean, I still find the New England waters a bit too chilly for me to bear at times. When I want to skip the teeth chattering and limb numbness, but still want to spend a day swimming in the water and sitting back in my comfortable beach chair, I opt to visit a local lake or pond. Massachusetts is filled with several wonderful freshwater swimming spots and Morses Pond in Wellesley is one of the best. This year, you can purchase a non-resident season pass and enjoy a summer full of fun and relaxation. 

Morses Pond is only a short drive from Boston, but a trip here will make you feel like you are worlds away from all the chaos of the city.
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The pond area is a great place to relax and have fun. The water is clean and clear and the sandy beach is a fun spot for building sandcastles.
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There are restrooms on-site and a lifeguard is on duty from late June to the end of August.

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If you are up for a bit of adventure, take a ride down the waterslide that leads right into the pond.
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The park also has a nice playground and a picnic area. It is a great place for families to spend the day.
When you are done swimming, you may want to take a hike and explore some more of the property's trails.
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There is an easy mile-long loop trail that you can walk. It takes about 20-30 minutes to complete.
If you are not a resident of Wellesley but would like to visit the pond, you will need to purchase a season pass. Daily passes are only available to residents.
Sara Ansari/Google Reviews

More information about hours of operation and season passes for Morses Pond can be found on the town of Wellesley’s official website. Have you spent a day at Morses Pond? Did you find it to be a good spot to cool off and relax? Other refreshing Massachusetts ponds to visit include Benedict Pond in Monterey and Walker Pond near Sturbridge.

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