A 102-acre pond ringed by a flat, mostly paved 3-mile-ish loop trail, Woburn's biggest outdoor draw for walking, biking, fishing, and electric-motor boating. Swimming is not set up here and the city has no lifeguard.
What to expect
Trails
A flat, mostly paved loop trail around the pond, easy difficulty, with smaller natural-surface side paths branching into the woods.
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash on the loop trail.
Hours
Woburn's public parks and conservation areas are open without charge or permit from sunrise to sunset unless otherwise posted. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Accessibility
The paved loop trail is flat and accessible in its main sections, but side paths into the woods have gravel, ruts, and roots that are not wheelchair-friendly.
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed year-round (ice permitting)
Fishing
Allowed year-round, heaviest trout stocking spring and fall
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
City of Woburn Conservation Commission / Parks and Recreation Department
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On site
Restroom
Boat launch parking lot, Lake Avenue
Common questions
Is Horn Pond Conservation Area open today?
Horn Pond Conservation Area is a public pond in Woburn, MA. Posted hours: Woburn's public parks and conservation areas are open without charge or permit from sunrise to sunset unless otherwise posted. That's the town default unless posted otherwise..
Can I launch a kayak at Horn Pond?
Yes, at the city boat ramp off Lake Avenue; only electric motors are allowed, not gas engines.
The city discourages it since there is no lifeguard on duty anywhere around the pond.
What time does the boat launch close?
The Lake Avenue parking lot gates close at 8:00pm, so plan to have your boat out of the water by then.
Where do I park at Horn Pond Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Horn Pond Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Horn Pond Conservation Area?
Dogs allowed on leash on the loop trail.
Is Horn Pond Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
The paved loop trail is flat and accessible in its main sections, but side paths into the woods have gravel, ruts, and roots that are not wheelchair-friendly.
What rules should I know at Horn Pond Conservation Area?
No lifeguard is provided anywhere on the pond, which is the city's stated reason swimming is discouraged. Gasoline or other petroleum-powered motorboats are banned; only electric battery-powered craft are allowed. Boaters must clean their boat, keel, trailer, oars, and propeller before and after…