A small, roughly 3-acre reservoir on Main Street across from the post office. The city's own waterbody assessment says it isn't typically used for recreation beyond occasional fishing and ice-skating in especially cold winters.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free (private commercial lot, informal use)
Dogs
Amesbury requires dogs off their owner's property to be restrained by a chain or leash not exceeding six feet in length. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Ice-Skating
Allowed informal, only during especially cold winters when ice is thick enough
Managed by
Amesbury Conservation Commission
978-388-8137 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is Pattens Pond open today?
Pattens Pond is a public pond in Amesbury, MA. There is no live closure feed for ponds; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Can you swim in Pattens Pond?
No, it is not used as a swimming spot; the city's waterbody assessment notes it sees little recreational use beyond fishing and occasional ice skating in very cold winters.
Where do I park at Pattens Pond?
Free lot (Free (private commercial lot, informal use)).
Is there an entry fee at Pattens Pond?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Pattens Pond?
Amesbury requires dogs off their owner's property to be restrained by a chain or leash not exceeding six feet in length. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
What rules should I know at Pattens Pond?
Ice skating is informal and not monitored; ice thickness is not officially tested or posted.