A small pond and park behind the Mansfield Crossing shopping area, with a short walking loop, a stream with a little island of picnic tables, and a fishing dock. The state periodically tests it for cyanobacteria, and it has been closed to water contact more than once when algae blooms hit.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Mansfield requires dogs to be on a leash or lead no more than six feet long and under the handler's control whenever off the owner's property, which applies on town parks and conservation land.
Accessibility
Listed as wheelchair accessible with a paved section along the water
Swim
Allowed summer, subject to closure during cyanobacteria advisories
Fishing
Allowed year-round, bank fishing
Managed by
Mansfield Parks & Recreation Department; Health Department monitors water quality
508-261-7366 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Picnic area
Picnic tables along the stream and on a small mid-stream island
Common questions
Can I swim in Fulton Pond?
People do swim there in summer, but the town Health Department tests it like a public beach and has closed it before when cyanobacteria blooms showed up, so it's worth checking the town's current advisory list first.
Is it safe for my dog to go in the water?
Not during an algae advisory. Cyanobacteria can make pets seriously ill if ingested, and owners are told to call a vet immediately if a dog shows vomiting, staggering, or drooling after contact.
Where do I park at Fulton Pond?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Fulton Pond?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Fulton Pond?
Mansfield requires dogs to be on a leash or lead no more than six feet long and under the handler's control whenever off the owner's property, which applies on town parks and conservation land.
Is Fulton Pond wheelchair accessible?
Listed as wheelchair accessible with a paved section along the water
What rules should I know at Fulton Pond?
Fulton Pond has had at least one confirmed cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) bloom that triggered a swimming advisory for people and pets; check current status before swimming.