A 23-acre pond ringed by undeveloped town conservation land with unmaintained paths rather than a built park. Access is genuinely limited today, the old canoe put-in near Legacy Place has become overgrown, and the town is actively planning ways to improve it.
What to expect
Dogs
Dedham requires that a dog in any street or public place be restrained by a chain or leash no longer than 10 feet and kept under the control of a person able to manage it. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Fishing
Allowed year-round, informal
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Dedham Conservation Commission
781-751-9210 · WebsiteWorth knowing
- Wigwam Pond is legally a Great Pond under Chapter 91, the only one in Dedham, which carries public rights of access to the water even where the surrounding land is private.
- The pond averages 4.4 feet deep with a 6-foot maximum, and supports bluegill, largemouth bass, herons, turtles and beavers.
Common questions
Can I launch a kayak here?
There is an old, informal access point near Quabish Road, but it has become overgrown and hard to paddle through, and the town is working on a separate public access and recreation plan to improve it.
Is there an entry fee at Wigwam Pond Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Wigwam Pond Conservation Area?
Dedham requires that a dog in any street or public place be restrained by a chain or leash no longer than 10 feet and kept under the control of a person able to manage it. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.