An 18-acre conservation parcel the Town bought in 2019 along Martin's Pond, with a three-quarter-mile trail from the Scarlet Hill parking area that gives two pond overlooks; there is no public swimming beach and fishing access is limited to abutting private land.
What to expect
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Groton Conservation Commission; conservation restriction held by Groton Conservation Trust
(978) 448-1106 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is Martin's Pond Conservation Area open today?
Martin's Pond Conservation Area is a public pond in Groton, MA. There is no live closure feed for ponds; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Can you swim in Martin's Pond?
No. There is no public swimming beach, and swimming is explicitly prohibited on the conservation area's management rules.
About three-quarters of a mile, offering two views of the pond, rated easy.
Can I bring my dog to Martin's Pond Conservation Area?
Dogs are allowed. Leash rules and clean-up requirements usually apply, so check posted signs.
What rules should I know at Martin's Pond Conservation Area?
Fires, swimming, motorized vehicles, and alcoholic beverages are prohibited.