Town: Dennis
Acreage: 7.24
Wildlife Management Zone: 12
Waterfowl Zone: Coastal (South)
Description
Dennis Grassy Pond WMA was originally acquired by Masswildlife as a 7-acre Natural Heritage parcel for the protection of federal and state listed species in 1999 and is now considered a Wildlife Management Area by Masswildlife. Dennis Grassy Pond is a great example of a coastal plain pond habitat in Massachusetts.
Location, access, & parking
This area is land locked with no formal parking area.
Hunting & fishing opportunities
Most of this area falls within discharge setbacks making it a difficult place to hunt however fishing opportunities for warm water fish species is possible.
Wildlife viewing & other features
Visitors can observe common mammals and numerous turtles and snakes, along with many species associated with coastal plain pond habitats. Many species of birds have been observed on the property including ducks, geese, raptors, egrets, herons and a variety of songbirds.
About Wildlife Management Areas
WMAs are intentionally wild, visitors will find natural landscapes rather than maintained trails.
MassWildlife owns and manages over 220,000 acres of land to conserve fish and wildlife habitats and provide access for outdoor recreation. All WMAs are open to hunting, fishing, trapping, and other outdoor recreation activities. Visit the MassWildlife Lands Viewer for an interactive map of MassWildlife properties.
You can support land protection in Massachusetts. Contributions to the Wildlands Fund help pay for the cost of acquiring wildlife habitat. Learn more about the Wildlands Fund.