Per Order of the West Brookfield Selectmen

LAKE WICKABOAG PUBLIC BEACH RULES

This small beach with limited parking is intended for use by the residents (permanent and temporary) of West Brookfield only. Cars parked at the beach require a window sticker which is available at the Town Hall Selectmen’s office and at the Town Hall Police Department office.

1. All persons using public beach do so at their own risk. 

2. No swimming beyond defined (by ropes and buoys) public beach swim area, and everyone must obey lifeguard orders (when lifeguard present).

3. The use of loud or profane language, or the playing of amplified music at excessive volume, within the confines of the public beach, shall be considered a breach of the peace.   

           4. No animals allowed on beach from April through September.

           5. No littering, “leave nothing behind but footprints”.

          6. No use of beach when closed (from 11:00 PM to sunrise).

          7. No swimming when solid red flags are displayed on lake (indicates lake is being treated for weeds or algae, or conditions are unsafe).

The West Brookfield Police, the Massachusetts Environmental Police, and the Lake Wickaboag Harbormaster all have the authority to enforce all lake and beach rules. Violators may be subject to a $300.00 fine and loss of beach privileges.