A 116-acre pond within the Spencer State Forest reservation, ringed mostly by private camps but with a public gravel launch off Donnelly Cross Road; the town's own listing describes only shore fishing, while paddling guides describe broader informal swim and boat use.
What to expect
Swim
Allowed Informal, no lifeguard, warm months
Fishing
Allowed Year-round per state regulations
Managed by
Thompson Pond Lake Association (private, shoreline residents)
WebsiteCommon questions
Is there an entry fee at Thompson Pond?
No, entry is free.
What rules should I know at Thompson Pond?
No lifeguard is posted anywhere on the pond.