A 148-acre pond off Riverlin Street where paddlers put in car-top boats near the dam and portage a short stretch over the old railroad bed to reach the main body of water. Once known as South Pond, it carries real local history alongside its current use for fishing, paddling, and swimming.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
A Millbury dog owner must keep the dog under restraint at all times, and off the owner's own property the dog must be on a leash of six feet or less or under the owner's full control.
Managed by
Millbury Dorothy Pond Restoration Committee
WebsiteCommon questions
Can I launch a kayak here?
Yes, car-top boats go in near the dam on Riverlin Street; getting to the central part of the pond takes a short portage over the old railroad bed.
Where do I park at Dorothy Pond Recreation Area?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Dorothy Pond Recreation Area?
A Millbury dog owner must keep the dog under restraint at all times, and off the owner's own property the dog must be on a leash of six feet or less or under the owner's full control.