One of Harold Parker State Forest's 11 ponds, ringed by paved and unpaved forest roads near the ranger station, with an easy hand-carry launch for non-motorized boats right at the parking area.
What to expect
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Fishing
Allowed year-round
Kayak/Sup
Allowed ice-free months
Managed by
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
978-686-3391 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
On site
Dock
informal fishing dock reported near the launch area
Common questions
The forest's supervised swim beaches, with bathhouses and lifeguards, are at Berry Pond and Frye Pond, not Stearns Pond. Any swimming here is informal and unguarded.
Yes, there is an easy hand-carry put-in right next to the parking area for canoes, kayaks, and rowboats.
Is there an entry fee at Stearns Pond?
No, entry is free.
What rules should I know at Stearns Pond?
No lifeguard is stationed at Stearns Pond; the forest's two official supervised swim beaches are at Berry Pond and Frye Pond, not here. Motorized boats are not allowed on Harold Parker's ponds.