A small, 4.7-acre conservation area on Messinger Street centered on a shallow, dam-formed pond (also called Messinger Pond or Third Pond) that fed a historic silk-mill operation; the pond is currently heavily infested with invasive water chestnut, treated with herbicide each July/August.
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.
Hours
Canton Conservation Commission lands are open from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset.
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 Silk Mill Pond Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Silk Mill Pond Conservation Area?
Canton requires all dogs to be leashed at all times on town-owned properties, including Conservation Commission land.
What rules should I know at Silk Mill Pond Conservation Area?
Pond heavily infested with invasive water chestnut, treated twice yearly with herbicide in July/August.