Hudson's water-supply reservoir, ringed by a flat, roughly 2.8-mile loop trail through mixed forest. The trailhead sign reads Town of Hudson, though the pond and most of the loop actually sit across the line in Berlin.
What to expect
Trails
about 2.8-mile loop easy · natural, dirt-road-like in places
Entry fee
Centennial Beach parking is resident-only; no townwide land sticker. No resident parking pass or permit required. checked Jul 24, 2026
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed in town parks and on public ways. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Fishing
Allowed year-round
Common questions
Are there trails at Gates Pond?
Yes. about 2.8-mile loop. easy difficulty. Surface: natural, dirt-road-like in places.
Is there an entry fee at Gates Pond?
Centennial Beach parking is resident-only; no townwide land sticker. No resident parking pass or permit required.
Can I bring my dog to Gates Pond?
Dogs must be leashed in town parks and on public ways. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
What rules should I know at Gates Pond?
Dogs must be leashed.