A 42-plus acre Groton Conservation Trust property on Longley Road near the Pepperell line, centered on a small kettle pond with no surface outlet, popular for informal fishing, skating, and kayaking.
What to expect
Dogs
Dogs are permitted on Groton Conservation Trust properties but must be leashed per Town of Groton bylaw.
Fishing
Allowed year-round, popular
Ice-Skating
Allowed winter, informal
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed ice-free months
Managed by
Groton Conservation Trust
(978) 448-4392 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there an entry fee at Wattles Pond Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Wattles Pond Conservation Area?
Dogs are permitted on Groton Conservation Trust properties but must be leashed per Town of Groton bylaw.
What rules should I know at Wattles Pond Conservation Area?
No motorized vehicles, snowmobiles, or powered tools without Conservation Commission authorization. No cutting, removing, or defacing vegetation without written Commission permission. No overnight camping without prior written Commission permission. No dumping of landscape debris or trash.