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Harding’s Pond Conservation Area

289-375 Pine St, Whitman, MA 02382, USA

Town of Whitman: 781-618-9700

Owned By: Town of Whitman

Harding’s Pond in Whitman is a small pond, suitable for fishing and seasonal ice skating. The view of the pond is especially appealing at sunset.

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 pond is about 1/4 mile long and 600 feet wide. Like most ponds on the South Shore, this waterway was created by a dam, and is more accurately described as an impoundment.

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 Mattakeeset band of the Massachusett and the Massachusett tribe at Ponkapoag share information on their websites. 

Habitats and Wildlife

This small pond is bordered to the north with wetlands. The stream that flows from south from the pond eventually joins Meadow Brook, part of the Matfield River/Taunton River watershed.

The most common fish species caught here is largemouth bass. Listen for bullfrogs in the spring and summer. Water lilies grow in the pond in the summer. Pine, oak, elm and crabapple trees grow in the adjacent forest, along with ferns and greenbrier.

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289-375 Pine St, Whitman, MA 02382, USA

Historic Site: No

Park: No

Beach: No

Boat Launch: No

Lifeguards: No

Size: 15 acres

Hours: Dawn to Dusk

Parking: Limited roadside parking (3-5 cars) on Pine Street at Beal Ave.

Cost: Free

Facilities:

Benches. Geocache location.

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

Boat Ramp: No

ADA Access: No

Scenic Views: Yes

Waterbody/Watershed: Meadow Brook (Taunton River watershed)

Other Things to Do at This Site

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