Town(s):
Barnstable MA
County:
Barnstable
Local Name:
Mystic Lake
Size:
149
acres
Average Depth:
20
feet
Maximum Depth:
42
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Power Boats, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply, Other Restrictions, See Comments
Boating Comments:
There is a 10 horsepower limit on boat motors enforced by the town.
Swimming:
Swimming Allowed, Some Restrictions
Water Quality:
No Known Issues, Town/State Monitoring
Vegetation Growth:
Minimal
Non-native Species:
Unknown
Fishing Comments:
Due to the poor access and relatively light fishing pressure (particularly on Mystic Lake) these two ponds should offer some excellent fishing opportunities. At the time of the last survey both smallmouth and largemouth bass populations were healthy and there were considerable numbers of fish in the 12 to 18 inch range. The best resource in the ponds at the time of the last sample was a bonanza of yellow and white perch. Large numbers over 10 inches long were recorded. Other nearby ponds include Hamblin Pond just to the south and Shubael Pond to the east.
Fish Species:
Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Brown Bullhead, Sunfish, Golden Shiner, White Sucker
Boat Access:
Primarily Car-top boats & Canoes
Ramp Comments:
See description.
Parking Spaces:
Less than 10
Directions:
Mystic Lake and Middle Pond are located just west of Route 149 and just north of Hamblin Pond.
Shoreline Development:
50-75%