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Bearses Pond Conservation Area

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Bearses Pond Conservation Area, Chatham, Massachusetts
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Right now

A small pond tucked just off the Route 28/137 rotary at Chatham's western entrance, seen mostly from a short wilderness walk in the adjoining Captain George N. Harding Conservation Area. It reads as surprisingly secluded for how close it sits to the main road.

What to expect

Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed in Chatham's parks and beach areas; pick up after your dog. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
Chatham parks close 10pm to 6am, and conservation lands are open a half hour before sunrise to a half hour after sunset. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Managed by
Town of Chatham Conservation Commission 508-945-5100 · Website

Common questions

Is there an entry fee at Bearses Pond Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Bearses Pond Conservation Area?
Dogs must be leashed in Chatham's parks and beach areas; pick up after your dog. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
What rules should I know at Bearses Pond Conservation Area?
Standard Chatham conservation-land rules apply where posted: no motor vehicles, no open fires without permission, no camping, no alcohol.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (parking, accessibility-attempted confirmation, confirmation of a developed trail or access point). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.