A city-center pond off Main Street known for bass, bluegill and yellow perch fishing and for resident swans; a Trails Committee-maintained path skirts the northern shore.
What to expect
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Leash required; dogs are commonly walked along the shore path
Hours
Melrose parks and conservation land are open dawn to dusk, with extended hours only by written Conservation Commission permission for a specific event.
Fishing
Allowed unconfirmed
Managed by
City of Melrose Parks Department
781-979-4169 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
Yes, it's a locally known largemouth bass, bluegill and yellow perch spot with bank access on the north side.
Signs posted around the pond appear to restrict swimming; treat it as a fishing and walking pond, not a swim spot, until the city confirms otherwise.
Is there an entry fee at Ell Pond?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Ell Pond?
Leash required; dogs are commonly walked along the shore path
What rules should I know at Ell Pond?
Signage around the pond regulates swimming, fishing and feeding wildlife; exact wording not confirmed.