John Joseph's Pond in East Harwich has a town boat ramp plus winter skating and summer swimming, making it one of the more actively used smaller ponds in Harwich even though it doesn't show up on the main beach brochure.
What to expect
Dogs
Pets are banned from Harwich beaches, landings, and public ponds May 1 through September 15; leashed dogs are fine the rest of the year. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Banned now · back September 15Managed by
Town of Harwich
Common questions
Can I bring my dog to Josephs Pond Landing?
Pets are banned from Harwich beaches, landings, and public ponds May 1 through September 15; leashed dogs are fine the rest of the year. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.