Town(s):
Lynn MA
County:
Essex
Size:
55
acres
Average Depth:
18
feet
Maximum Depth:
60
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Power Boats, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply, Other Restrictions
Boating Comments:
Summer days bring out the boaters and water skiers. These activities give way each evening to the floating patio boats and paddleboats.
Swimming:
Unknown
Water Quality:
No Known Issues, Town/State Monitoring
Vegetation Growth:
Moderate
Non-native Species:
Fanwort (Cabomba Caroliniana)
Fishing Comments:
Sluice Pond is the best stocked trout pond in Massachusetts. Known for weekend fishing tournaments, the pond springs alive with small boats from early April through the fall.
Fish Species:
Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, Rainbow Trout, Black Crappie, Carp, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Brown Bullhead, Sunfish, Bluegill
Boat Access:
Access for Power and Non-power Boats
Ramp Comments:
Access via the city-owned paved ramp just off Route 129.
Parking Spaces:
21-40
Directions:
Route 95 to Route 129, pond is off Lynnfield Street.
Shoreline Development:
75-100%