Entry
All patrons must enter the beach through the Bathhouse and check in at the Front Desk. Season membership holders must scan in each time they enter the facility. Children under 18 must also sign in and sign out at the Front Desk.
Lifeguards
Newton Lifeguards have full discretion on the facility and beach areas to provide a safe environment. Failure to adhere to Lifeguards may result in dismissal from the facility and/or revocation of membership.
Public Swim Area
Swimming in Crystal Lake is only permitted in the designated swim zone indicated by the buoys.
Deep Water Swim Test
Swimmers ages 6-17 may pass a deep-water swim test to swim within the "H Dock" area. See a Head Lifeguard for daily deep water test schedule. *Swimmers under the age of 18 may NOT swim past the "H Dock"
The test will be comprised of:
1. Feet first entry into 5ft of water
2. Swim 25 yards of front crawl showing rhythmic breathing
3. Swim 25 yards breastroke
4. Tread water for 1 minute
Swimmers that successfully pass the test will be given a deep end wristband each time they enter the facility. Swimmers may attempt the test as many times needed each summer, but only once per day.
Diapers
A commercially produced reusable swim diaper in addition to a bathing suit is allowed. All diapers must be disposed of properly. Changing is only allowed in the Bathhouse locker rooms.
Animals
No animals are allowed on the premises except “Certified service animals providing medical support”
Fishing
The Massachusetts Department of Wildlife and Fisheries stocks Crystal Lake with Rainbow Trout annually. Fishing is not permitted on the docks or beach. A fishing permit is required.
Food & Drink
Absolutely no food, drinks, alcohol or glass allowed in the beach area. Please enjoy your food and drinks in the park.
Hour of Closing
The manager on duty will make the final decision of actual closing time. There are a number of factors that will determine the safe hour of closing time including, but not limited to, sun position, natural light available, bather load, and clarity of the water.
Lifejackets
The use of a United States Coast Guard approved Type 1, 2 or 3 OR Performance Level 70, 100 or 150 Personal Floatation Device is allowed. Children must be accompanied their parent or guardian while wearing a lifejacket. Remember, lifejackets are not a substitute for proper adult supervision.
Parking
All vehicles must be parked in a designated parking space. Vehicles that are parked impeding traffic, blocking handicapped or emergency vehicle access will be towed immediately.
Thunderstorms
In the event of thunder or lightening, the lake will close for 30 minutes from the last clap of thunder or sight of lightening. For the safety of all patrons, the manager will clear the water and beach immediately.
Swim Apparatus
Snorkels, fins, masks, inner tubes, inflatables are not allowed except during the organized swim lesson program.
Beach Obstacles
Absolutely no outside chairs or umbrellas allowed onto the dock or beach. These items are prohibited due to the possibility of wind-blown injury and obstruction of Lifeguard supervision of the water.
Smoking
Smoking of any kind is prohibited.
Bathing Attire
Proper bathing attire is required.
Refund Policy
There are no refunds for summer memberships, day passes or swim lessons (once the session has started). All sales are final.
Safety Breaks
On particularly busy or hot days, the Manager on Duty will initiate safety breaks. Safety breaks allow lifeguards a chance to rest their eyes and have a short break out of the sun. Children are also unaware how fatigued and dehydrated they get from constant swimming. The safety break allows them to rest, replenish fluids, and rebuild oxygen levels in their bodies.
