Go for a swim

Thanks to improved water quality in Boston Harbor, swimming is becoming a popular summer pastime in Boston. Check the color-coded water quality flags found at all Boston Harbor Beaches to make sure that it is safe to swim, or call the Department of Conservation and Recreation's Water Quality Hotline.

South Boston

  • Carson Beach
    Call DCR's Water Quality Hotline at 617-626-4972 for information on current water quality.

  • Castle Island / Pleasure Bay
    Call DCR's Water Quality Hotline at 617-626-4972 for information on current water quality.

  • L and M Street Beaches

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    East Boston

  • Constitution Beach
    Call DCR's Water Quality Hotline at 617-626-4972 for information on current water quality.

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    Dorchester

  • Tenean Beach
    Call DCR's Water Quality Hotline at 617-626-4972 for information on current water quality.

  • Malibu Beach / Savin Hill Beach
    Call DCR's Water Quality Hotline at 617-626-4972 for information on current water quality.

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    Downtown/North End

  • Puopolo Park / Langone Park / Mirabella Pool / Steriti Memorial Rink

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