A roughly 63-acre town-owned pond and surrounding forest and wetland acquired for aquifer and well-field protection, used quietly for fishing, birding and walking rather than swimming.
What to expect
Dogs
A dog beyond the confines of its owner's or keeper's property must be held firmly on a leash or under the control of its owner, keeper or their agent, and control includes oral or visual commands the dog obeys. A dog at large is picked up…
Birdwatching
Allowed Year-round
Managed by
Sharon Conservation Commission / Sharon Water Department (Billings Brook aquifer protection land)
WebsiteWorth knowing
- State Natural Heritage program lists the area as priority habitat for rare species including Eastern box turtle and frosted elfin butterfly.
Common questions
Fishing, birding, and walking informal paths around the shoreline and adjoining fields are the main draws.
Is there an entry fee at Gavins Pond?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Gavins Pond?
A dog beyond the confines of its owner's or keeper's property must be held firmly on a leash or under the control of its owner, keeper or their agent, and control includes oral or visual commands the dog obeys. A dog at large is picked up and held, and costs $20 plus board to reclaim. Noncriminal…