Protected watershed land bordering the Assawompset Ponds Complex, the primary drinking-water source for New Bedford and Taunton, with fire roads and wooded paths open for walking, biking, horseback riding, skiing and snowshoeing. Swimming and boating are not part of the public access here since the ponds serve as active water supply.
What to expect
Managed by
Multi-party watershed management; local contact via Town of Freetown Conservation Commission 508-644-2201 ·
Common questions
No, these ponds supply drinking water to New Bedford and Taunton and are not open for swimming.
What rules should I know at Assawompset Ponds Complex Watershed Conservation Easement?
Swimming and recreational boating are not permitted on the active water-supply ponds within this complex.