A small (about 12-acre) town-owned pond off Old Fall River Road with a charcoal grill, picnic tables, and swings, popular for chain pickerel, largemouth bass, and bluegill fishing; correct spelling is Cornell, not Cornel.
What to expect
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Dartmouth requires dogs in public areas to be leashed, at heel, or otherwise under an owner's direct control at all times.
Hours
Available year-round, no charge for town residents
Fishing
Allowed year-round, catch-and-release recommended
Managed by
Dartmouth Parks & Recreation Department
508-910-1812 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
On site
Picnic area
Charcoal grill and picnic tables
Benches
Swings for children
Common questions
There's no documented swim beach or lifeguard here; Cornell Pond is set up for fishing and picnicking rather than swimming.
Can I eat the fish I catch?
Be cautious: MA DPH has kept a fish consumption advisory here since 1988 because of elevated PCB levels, so many anglers practice catch and release.
Is there an entry fee at Cornell Pond?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Cornell Pond?
Dartmouth requires dogs in public areas to be leashed, at heel, or otherwise under an owner's direct control at all times.
What rules should I know at Cornell Pond?
Massachusetts DPH has maintained a fish consumption advisory for Cornell Pond since 1988 due to elevated PCB levels in fish; catch-and-release fishing is permitted.