A roughly 7-acre dammed pond on Massapoag Brook near Cobb's Corner on Washington Street, taken by the town via eminent domain in 1972 and transferred to Conservation Commission care in 2024; it has an 1771 dam upgraded for state safety standards in 2014.
What to expect
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Canton requires all dogs to be leashed at all times on town-owned properties, including Conservation Commission land. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
Canton Conservation Commission lands are open from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Managed by
Canton Conservation Commission
781-821-5035 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
Is there an entry fee at Shepard Pond Conservation Area?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Shepard Pond Conservation Area?
Canton requires all dogs to be leashed at all times on town-owned properties, including Conservation Commission land. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
What rules should I know at Shepard Pond Conservation Area?
Invasive variable watermilfoil and purple loosestrife present, disrupting recreational uses.