A small dammed pond at the entrance to a 20-acre conservation property on Circuit Street, long used by neighborhood kids for summer fishing and winter skating, with a 1.2-mile loop trail circling the woods and wetlands behind it.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed or otherwise under physical restraint anywhere in public in Hanover, parks and conservation trails included. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Hours
No posted opening or closing time. Signs at the entrance win if they differ. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Fishing
Allowed spring-fall, generations of local use
Ice-Skating
Allowed winter, when ice permits
Managed by
Hanover Conservation Commission
781-826-6505 · WebsiteCommon questions
Can I swim here in summer?
There is no posted swim area or lifeguard; the pond is known locally for fishing and, in winter, skating rather than summer swimming.
Where do I park at Denham Pond?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Denham Pond?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Denham Pond?
Dogs must be leashed or otherwise under physical restraint anywhere in public in Hanover, parks and conservation trails included. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
What rules should I know at Denham Pond?
No lifeguard or posted ice-safety monitoring; skate at your own risk and check thickness before going out. No hunting on this property.