A 73-acre freshwater forest around Goose Pond with an extensive trail network through wetland, vernal pools, and pine woods. It is one of only three Chatham great ponds with designated public access, so walking, fishing, and paddling are all real options here.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Trails
An extensive trail network through freshwater wetland, two vernal pools, and forest; the Middle Road / Broken Back Hill Road route has a short incline at the…
Entry fee
Free to enter; no parking fee or sticker.
Swim
Allowed Goose Pond is one of only three Chatham great ponds (with Schoolhouse and White Pond) with designated public access; no lifeguard or bathhouse
Fishing
Allowed year-round, in accord with state license and regulations
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed year-round
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Town of Chatham Conservation Commission
508-945-5100 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
CostFree
Details unconfirmed
Common questions
Can I swim in Goose Pond?
Yes, it's one of the few Chatham ponds with designated public access, though there's no lifeguard, bathhouse, or other beach infrastructure, so it's an unguarded freshwater swim.
Which entrance should I use if I have mobility limitations?
Park off Middle Road near the gate and walk up Broken Back Hill Road; there's a short incline at the very start but the trail then runs flat and wide.
Where do I park at Goose Pond Conservation Area?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Goose Pond Conservation Area?
Yes, Free to enter; no parking fee or sticker.
Can I bring my dog to Goose Pond Conservation Area?
Dogs are allowed. Leash rules and clean-up requirements usually apply, so check posted signs.
What rules should I know at Goose Pond Conservation Area?
Standard Chatham conservation-land rules apply: no motor vehicles off designated roads, no open fires without written permission, no overnight camping, no alcohol, no dumping.
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