Nonotuck Park is a 260 acre park located off Williston and Lownds Avenue on Daley Field Road in Easthampton. The park is used for many types of recreation The Park is open from March until the end of October and operates daily from 8 AM until dark. The main gate on Lownds Avenue is closed at 2:30 PM during winter hours.
Facilities at Nonotuck Park include:
- beach sand volleyball court
- outdoor pool
- water spray park
- thirty-three picnic sites
- four pavilions
- seven youth softball diamonds (60’)
- one adult softball diamond (65’)
- two baseball diamonds (90’)
- 15 acre soccer complex
- two children's playgrounds
- three clay court tennis courts
- outdoor basketball court
- fishing at Nashawannuck Pond
- Tote man Nature Trail
- bicycle paths
- three bocce courts
- horseshoe areas
Nonotuck Park is also home to a summer day camp for children aged 6-13, swimming lesson programs, local baseball, softball, and soccer team games and tournaments. The Toteman Nature Trail winds around the perimeter of the park for enjoyment of nature, bird watching, and relaxation.
Other Facts About Nonotuck Park
- The Park does not allow horses on the property, but dogs on leashes are permitted.
- Softball fields are used by leagues throughout the week, but may be available for park patrons' use on the weekends.
- Park Security Officers are available during park hours for assistance or to answer any patrons' questions. Emergency first aid treatment available at the swimming pool during pool hours of noon to 7 PM.
- Telephones are located at the pool and the refreshment booth. Park Security Officers also carry walkie-talkie units which link directly to 911
- Fishing licenses are required by the state of Massachusetts to fish at the park's Nashawannuck Pond. Licenses may be purchased at the Town Clerk's Office in the Municipal Building, 50 Payson Avenue.
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How to get there:
From South – (Springfield, Holyoke):
- Take exit 17 B off Route 91 (north).
- Follow Route 141 West into Easthampton.
- In business district, take left at 1st traffic light. (Williston Ave.).
- Nashawannuck Pond will be on your left.
- Follow Williston Ave. (past high school) to end – road bears to right.
- Nonotuck Park is first left.
From West – (Westfield):
- Take Route 10 into Easthampton Center.
- At 1st traffic light, bear right; this is Route 141 east towards Holyoke.
- At 2nd traffic light, take Williston Ave. (adjacent to Nashawannuck Pond).
- Follow Williston Ave. (past high school) to end – road bears to right.
- Nonotuck Park is first left.
From North (Greenfield):
- Take exit 18 off Route 91 (south).
- At exit, bear left towards Northampton.
- At first intersection, (bowing alley + Days Inn motel on left), bear left onto Conz St.
- Follow Conz Street to 1st traffic light.
- Take left and go up hill, taking a left at next traffic light onto route 10 towards Easthampton.
- You will go straight through first set of lights to end (rotary and gazebo in front on you).
- Go straight to next set of lights, bear left (Route 141 East, towards Holyoke).
- At 2nd traffic light, take Williston Ave. (adjacent to Nashawannuck Pond).
- Follow Williston Ave. (past high school) to end – road bears to right.
- Nonotuck Park is first left.
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Vehicle Passes:
Season vehicle passes for Nonotuck Park are sold between March and October at the Parks and Recreation Department office located on Daley Field weekdays from 8 AM - 4 PM or purchased at the entrance booth on weekends and holidays. No entrance fee or pass needed for weekdays, but are needed for weekends and holidays. Seasons passes stickers are attached on the front, lower driver side windshield. It is recommended that the Park users purchase their passes early in the season to avoid delays at the entrance on busy days.
Vehicle Entrance Fees:
- Day passes are $3 on weekends and holidays.
- Buses are $7.
Seasons Pass:
- Easthampton residents and nonresidents
- Primary vehicle $20.00
- Additional vehicles are $12.00
- Replacement pass is $10.00
- Buses $10.00
- Vehicles with handicapped plates are not charged a fee.
- Day vehicle passes may also be purchased at the park's entrance booth from 8 AM to dusk.
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Pool Information:
The pool opens in late June and remains open to Labor Day. There are certified lifeguards on duty during the pool operating hours, Noon until 7 PM seven days a week weather permitting.
Pool Fees:
Daily admission:
$5 per adult, $3 per child. (Children under 6 and adults 65 and over, or handicapped, there is no charge).
Season Pass:
Resident of Easthampton: $50 per child, $70 per adult, $130 per family.
Non-resident: $70 per child, $90 per adult, $150 per family.
Swimming lessons are held twice during the summer months and three times during the winter months at an indoor location. Sessions are taught by Valley Swim School. The program consists of 6 lessons, 30 minutes in length, cost $70 per person. Ages 5 and up in beginner and intermediate classification. Class sizes are limited.
Nonotuck Park Swimming Pool (daily noon-7 PM) (413) 527-0787
Water Spray Park:
The Water Spray Parks opens in late June and remains open until late September, Noon until 5 PM seven days a week at no charge.
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Picnic Sites and Pavilions:
Nonotuck Park has thirty-three picnic sites that are available weekdays for no charge. However, weekend picnic site fees are:
Easthampton residents $8.
Non-residents $12.
Each site sports two picnic tables and a cooking grill and sites may be booked prior to or the day of the picnic at the recreation office or by calling 529-1440 M-F.
Pavilion costs range between $162 and $285 per day for either weekday or weekend use. Reservations are required and bookings begin in March. Pavilions rent quickly on weekends, so early booking is recommended.
There are four pavilions at Nonotuck Park, with the following equipment:
Pavilion #1 Has a fireplace with two barbecues and two cooking grills.
Pavilion #2 Contains a six foot long covered barbecue with a cooking grill.
Pavilion #3 Has two six foot long barbecues with cooking grills.
Pavilion #4 Contains a six foot long covered barbecue with a cooking grill.
All pavilions are supplied with electricity and water and rest rooms are within walking distance.
- Pavilion # 1 seats 150 people - Easthampton residents: $175 - Non-residents: $265
- Pavilion # 2 seats 200 people - Easthampton residents: $185 - Non-residents: $275
- Pavilion # 3 seats 300 people - Easthampton residents: $195 - Non-residents: $285
- Pavilion # 4 seats 75 people - Easthampton residents: $165 - Non-residents: $255
- Non-Profit Organizations for all pavilions: - Easthampton resident: $150 - Non-resident: $250
Rates are subject to change.
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Summer Day Camp, Camp Nonotuck
Camp Nonotuck offers a wide variety of structured activities for children. Activities include but are not limited to, Olympic size outdoor swimming pool, water spray park, sports, weekly field trips, special events, special guests, games, carnivals, Mt. biking, nature trails, tournaments, arts and crafts, and theme weeks.
Registration @ Easthampton Park and Recreation Office
2 Camp groups available :
- Junior ages 6 - 9
- Senior ages 10-13
9 weeks available June - August
