A smaller kettle pond south of Great Pond, reached by a dirt parking area off Samoset Road. It's used mostly by anglers casting for bass, pickerel, and perch.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free (not sticker-managed per available sources) · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Not part of the Town of Eastham's official sticker-managed 'Bay Beaches & Ponds' list; no fee found
Swim
Allowed sources conflict; some describe swimming and kayaking here, others emphasize fishing-only use
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Town of Eastham (unconfirmed department); one secondary source describes Cape Cod National Seashore involvement, not independently verified
Getting in
Parking
Free lot
CostFree (not sticker-managed per available sources)
Details unconfirmed
Common questions
Can I swim or just fish here?
Reports differ - some describe Jemima Pond mainly as a fishing spot for bass, pickerel, and perch with a dirt lot for launching small boats, while others note it also supports swimming and kayaking. Treat the swim option as unconfirmed until the town or a visit confirms it.
Where do I park at Jemima Pond?
Free lot (Free (not sticker-managed per available sources)).
Is there an entry fee at Jemima Pond?
Yes, Not part of the Town of Eastham's official sticker-managed 'Bay Beaches & Ponds' list; no fee found
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