Lake Wyola State Park - Public Beach — Attraction in Shutesbury

A beautiful lake in the middle of no where! We (me & 2 boys) traveled 40 minutes west, and were not disappointed. The water was so clean and clear, the beach area was also clean, no trash, or loud music, no smoking, no loud people swearing, or yelling. (This I find at many small lakes/state parks). The view was beautiful, peaceful, and just had a great environment. I noticed a lot of young families in the early mid-day, and an older generation after 3:00. They were also very friendly. The lake has a huge beach front, and is sectioned in different areas. One huge side for those who came for camp. On the other side of the ropes a very large section for others. They even rope off lanes for those who want to do laps. I haven't seen this before but think it is a great addition!! A place to go fishing as well is provided. The lifeguards actually pay attention to what is going on and not on the phone (I see too much). Parking is across the street from the lake, it is $8 for MA resident 10 for non. The bathrooms were clean, and had supplies. Handicap parking is located by the bathrooms, a working water bubbler is outside...

What a beautiful day. BBQs and family gatherings. Small children playing in the waves of lake wyola. The light sounds of music and laughter. There was ample parking early in the day but that filled by late afternoon. The rangers had to close entry for one hour at 3:30pm, so if your planning a get together, expect everyone early to avoid them having to wait in lines. The highlight of the day was not the water skiers performing in front of the beach, making waves for the kids to surf...it was the solitary bald eagle who repeatedly circled overhead, diving from the sky for small trout offshore...and the wild applause from the crowd which...

Small lake in middle of nowhere. Too small of a beach with to many people! Had to wait several hours just to park (which they charge you for). Bathrooms were only open sometimes. You can NOT just drop off your gear and people because that's not allowed. Also hard to find parking anywhere else with out getting towed or getting a ticket. Also bad cell service and no gas station or mini mart nearby, remember to have enough gas or else, You cant call for help and NO GAS within 15miles. Over all it's a nice lake, very peaceful when less...