Town(s):
Arlington MA
County:
Middlesex
Size:
102
acres
Average Depth:
12
feet
Maximum Depth:
36
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Other Restrictions
Swimming:
Unknown
Water Quality:
No Known Issues, Town/State Monitoring
Vegetation Growth:
Moderate
Non-native Species:
Fanwort (Cabomba Caroliniana)
Fishing Comments:
Spy Pond is full of fish and has been regularly stocked with tiger muskie fingerlings for more than a decade. In 1996, the largest tiger muskie in the state was caught here and weighted in at 15 lbs. Steel leaders are recommended for anglers who want to target one of these rare trophies. Largemouth bass in particular are numerous and generally above average in size. Yellow and white perch are abundant and can provide fast jigging action for ice fishermen. Try off the south and west sides of the island. In spring and summer, don’t forget the carp. Chum with some corn or bread crusts and be prepared for fast initial runs and long battles. In addition to the species already listed, the pond also has brown bullhead, pumpkinseed, bluegill, golden shiner, alewife, American eel and goldfish as regular residents.
Fish Species:
Largemouth Bass, Tiger Muskie, Chain Pickerel, Black Crappie, Carp, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Brown Bullhead, Sunfish, Bluegill
Boat Access:
Primarily Car-top boats & Canoes
Ramp Comments:
Although there is no public ramp, car top boats and canoes can be launched from shore near the parking lot.
Parking Spaces:
Less than 10
Directions:
Directly off Route 2, Lake Street exit.
Shoreline Development:
Unknown
