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Cranberry Pond – Hingham

41 French St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA

Owned By: Town of Hingham

Hingham’s Cranberry Pond was once part of a cranberry bog system. This small pond on French Street offers scenic water views and 0.4 miles of woodland trails, plus ice skating in the winter. It is also known as Bouve Pond. While there is no formal launch area, this spot is suitable for canoeing and kayaking.

Hunting is not allowed on this property.

FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important to know that some of our freshwater fisheries are contaminated with mercury, PFAS and/or other concerning substances. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health maintains an online database with up-to-date advisories regarding fish consumption, sorted by location. We recommend you consult this valuable resource when planning a fishing excursion.

Features

The property’s history as a cranberry bog is evident in some spots, as some pipes, dams and culverts remain. The Hingham Transfer Facility is next door.

This land is within the region of the Massachusett (or Massachuseuk). To learn more about local Native American tribes, we encourage you to interact with their members. The Massachusett tribe at Ponkapoag and the Mattakeeset band of the Massachusett share information on their websites.

Trail Description

Follow the blue blazes along the south side of the pond for a 0.4-mile out-and-back walk along the water’s edge and through the woods. Along the way you’ll see wetlands and a vernal pool.

Habitats and Wildlife

The forest that surrounds the pond is composed of pine, oak, maple, birch, and beech.

Cranberry Pond is a manmade pond that used to be part of a cranberry bog. Its waters, as well as those of the wetlands that surround it, flow into the Fresh River. The Fresh River joins with the Mill River/Herring Run Brook in Weymouth, and flows into the Weymouth Back River.

We encourage you to follow and support the Back River Watershed Association.

  • A photograph of a property sign beside a pond, surrounded by trees.
  • A photograph of a bench in a forest beside a pond.
  • A photograph of a forest trail extending beyond a metal gate, beside a pond.
  • A photograph of two swans on a pond with fall foliage in the background.
  • A photograph of a narrow trail leading into the woods.
  • A photograph of a bench in a forest beside a pond.
  • A photograph of a bird lifting off from a pond.
  • A photograph of a pond surrounded by green trees.
  • A photograph of a pond surrounded by trees, reflecting a cloudy sky.
  • A photograph of a bird on a pond.
  • A photograph of a trail through a forest.
  • A photograph of a pond surrounded by green trees.
  • A photograph of a wetland or vernal pool in a forest.
  • A photograph of a small unpaved parking area beside a pond.
41 French St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA

Historic Site: No

Park: No

Beach: No

Boat Launch: Yes

Lifeguards: No

Size: 13.8 acres

Hours: Dawn to Dusk

Parking: Small on-site parking lot at 41 French Street, with space for 4 vehicles.

Cost: Free

Trail Difficulty: Easy

Facilities:

Benches, informational kiosk. Geocache location. Pond shore is suitable for launching a small non-motorized boat.

Dogs: Dogs must remain on leash. Always clean up after your dog!

Boat Ramp: No

ADA Access: No

Scenic Views: Yes

Waterbody/Watershed: Fresh River (Weymouth Back River watershed)

Other Things to Do at This Site

Forest Trails
Nature Photography
Paddling