Walden Pond Loop Concord, MA

Join us for an almost-summer Sunday morning walk around historic Walden Pond, recently named the “prettiest lake” in Massachusetts by Reader’s Digest.
Please arrive at the parking lot no later than 9-9:15 AM to allow time to purchase a parking pass and use the visitor center restrooms.
Then head down to the beach directly across from the lot to meet up for our 9:30 AM walk. We’ll follow the 1.9 mile loop that hugs the pond’s shoreline. The path is unpaved with tree roots, rocks, and several small hills, but generally considered an easy route. Optional second loop in the opposite direction.
PARK: Purchase your parking pass from the kiosk in the lot, or via the Yodel App on your smartphone:
$8 MA plates; $30 out-of-state.
(There are no cash sales.)
Bikes are free.
You can also park in one of several lots in Concord Center and walk or bike along Walden Street for 1.3 miles to the pond.
MEET: We’ll meet on the beach across the road from the parking lot.
RECOMMENDED: Sunscreen and bug spray
PETS: Not allowed per MA DCR regs

Group rules:

• You must be signed up to attend the event.
• Only sign up for events if you intend to show up.
• Wear sturdy footwear and appropriate clothes for the weather.
• Bring plenty of water and sunscreen.
• You assume all risks when participating. Group leaders are volunteers and are not liable for any harm or injury to you or others.
• We will take off about 10 minutes past the starting time.
• If you sign up for an event but will not be attending, please change your response.
• Check Meetup for cancelations and changes in meeting times and locations before each event.
• Stay on the right side of the trails.
• Be kind to each other.
• Do not feed the bears.