Town(s):
Lancaster MA
County:
Worcester
Size:
76
acres
Average Depth:
30
feet
Maximum Depth:
45
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Power Boats, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply, Other Restrictions
Swimming:
Swimming Allowed, Some Restrictions
Fort Pond is an average size two-story pond located in Lancaster just north of Route 2 at the Lunenburg Road exit. The water is clear in color with a transparency of almost 10 feet. The depth averages about 30 feet with a maximum depth of 45 feet. The shoreline is 90% developed with year round houses, camps and cottages. Aquatic weeds are scant except in some of the coves. Boat access is available at a gravel ramp off of Fort Pond Road. Shoreline access is limited to the area immediately adjacent to the ramp.
Water Quality:
No Known Issues
Vegetation Growth:
Minimal
Non-native Species:
Unknown
Fishing Comments:
Stocked with about 4000 Rainbow and Brown Trout annually.
Fish Species:
Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch, Brown Bullhead, Yellow Bullhead, Sunfish, Bluegill, White Sucker, American Eel
Boat Access:
Access for Power and Non-power Boats
Ramp Comments:
Access from Route 2.
Parking Spaces:
Less than 10
Directions:
Route 2 to exit 35 to Fort Pond Road to boat launch.
Shoreline Development:
75-100%
