A 72-acre impoundment of Muddy Brook about 3 miles southwest of Hardwick Center, with a town-managed paved boat ramp on the south shore. It's stocked with trout each spring and known afterward for largemouth bass, chain pickerel, and some of the area's better black crappie fishing.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
No strict leash-only mandate townwide: a dog must be either leashed (max 6 ft) or clearly under the owner's direct verbal/non-verbal control at all times (Hardwick Dog Control Ordinance, General By-Laws). First offense $25 fine, $50 for…
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed open water season
Fishing
Allowed spring trout stocking, then bass/pickerel/crappie through the season
Common questions
Yes, swimming is allowed with no posted restrictions, but there's no lifeguard, designated beach, or bathhouse. It's informal shoreline swimming.
Yes, the town maintains a paved ramp for trailered boats on the south shore, with a gravel lot for about 9 trailers.
Stocked with trout each spring; once that interest fades, it's known for largemouth bass, chain pickerel, and some of the better black crappie fishing in the area.
Is there an invasive species concern?
Yes, the pond has Fanwort (Cabomba), an invasive aquatic plant; clean any plant fragments off boats and gear before leaving.
Where do I park at Hardwick Pond?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Hardwick Pond?
No strict leash-only mandate townwide: a dog must be either leashed (max 6 ft) or clearly under the owner's direct verbal/non-verbal control at all times (Hardwick Dog Control Ordinance, General By-Laws). First offense $25 fine, $50 for each subsequent offense.