A 21-acre dammed pond off Route 130 in Sandwich village, unusual among Cape kettle ponds for having a real dam and a fish ladder that lets alewives run up from Mill Creek. Anglers fish it for bass, pickerel, and perch, and it borders the Cook Farm Conservation Lands trail.
What to expect
Trails
0.9-mile loop through Cook Farm Conservation Lands easy · natural
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed or under immediate voice control whenever off the owner's property. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed open water season
Fishing
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Sandwich Conservation Commission / Department of Natural Resources
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Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
Yes, residents kayak and fish here regularly, though there is no formal boat ramp, just informal shoreline access near Cook Farm.
Are there trails at Upper Shawme Lake?
Yes. 0.9-mile loop through Cook Farm Conservation Lands. easy difficulty. Surface: natural.
Is there an entry fee at Upper Shawme Lake?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Upper Shawme Lake?
Dogs must be leashed or under immediate voice control whenever off the owner's property. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.