A small 12.7-acre pond and surrounding conservation parcel reached from Lakin Street and Townsend Road, used mainly for informal boating, ice skating, and wildlife watching rather than as a developed swim spot.
What to expect
Dogs
Allowed, must be leashed per Town of Groton bylaw
Hours
1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset, year-round
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed ice-free months
Ice-Skating
Allowed winter, conditions permitting
Fishing
Allowed in season with license
Managed by
Groton Conservation Commission
978-448-1106 · WebsiteCommon questions
Can you swim at Flat Pond?
It is not listed as a swimming site by the Conservation Commission; activities named are boating, skating, nature study, and wildlife observation.
Is there an entry fee at Flat Pond?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Flat Pond?
Allowed, must be leashed per Town of Groton bylaw
What rules should I know at Flat Pond?
A safety station (ring buoy) was installed at the pond as an Eagle Scout project in 2004. No motorized vehicles or powered tools.