Rutland

Rutland State Park encompasses 300 acres surrounding Whitehall Pond in central Massachusetts, providing swimming and recreation.

Whitehall Pond supports fish populations and attracts various waterfowl. The surrounding forest shelters typical woodland wildlife.

Mixed hardwood forest surrounds the pond. Shoreline vegetation includes typical wetland species.

Whitehall Pond is a natural water body in glacially modified terrain.

The central Massachusetts location produces warm summers and cold winters.

The area has provided recreation for local communities for generations.

The state developed the park to provide public swimming access.

The swimming beach provides summer recreation. Short trails explore surrounding woodland.

Beach facilities include restrooms. The park is accessible from Route 122A.

Water quality monitoring ensures safe swimming. The park provides essential recreation access.