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
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Massachusetts
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state park comprises a swimming beach, picnic area, bathhouse and pavilion. Fishing and non-motorized boating are offered.
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In the news
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.][
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Watson Pond State Park
Department of Conservation and Recreation
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Greater Taunton Area
Taunton, Massachusetts
State parks of Massachusetts
Parks in Bristol County, Massachusetts