Hamblin’s Pond

415 Route 149, Marstons Mills, MA 02648
Swimmers enjoy the water at Hamblin's Pond in Barnstable, Cape Cod.

Tucked into the woods next to Marstons Mills Cemetery, freshwater Hamblin’s Pond is a popular beach for swimming, fishing and relaxing. The shallow roped off swimming area is great for young kids. Parking in the dirt lot is restricted to residents only. Non-residents in search of a pond can try Hathaway’s Pond instead.


Parking: 40+ spaces

  • Resident parking only ($50/season)

A Barnstable beach pass or daily fee is required to park at town beaches between the hours of 9am – 3:45pm (7am – 3:45pm at Craigville Beach) year round. Daily fee parking is only available in season, and only at Craigville Beach, Hathaway’s Pond, Kalmus Beach, Keyes Memorial Beach, Sandy Neck Beach and Veteran’s Park Beach.

Resident passes are valid for all Barnstable beaches. Non-resident passes are valid only for Craigville Beach, Hathaway’s Pond, Kalmus Beach, Keyes Memorial Beach, Sandy Neck Beach and Veteran’s Park Beach.

For more information and to purchase passes visit:
townofbarnstable.us/Departments/Recreation/Beach-Stickers.asp

Lifeguards in season
Restroom facilities
Dogs allowed off-season only. No dogs May 15 through September 15.
Moderately crowded
Warm fresh water