Description
Forge Pond is a 76-acre natural great pond located on Route 225 in Westford. Forge Pond has an average depth of 15 feet, a maximum depth of 37 feet and the water is dark with an average transparency of approximately 4 feet. The bottom is predominantly gravel and aquatic vegetation is scarce, limited to patches in coves and a few shallows. The shoreline is heavily developed except for the southeastern and southwestern coves, and along the railroad right-of-way on the northwest shore.
Recreational access
MassWildlife manages a small dirt and gravel ramp off of Beaver Brook Road on the pond’s southeastern cove (get directions). Parking is roadside and available for approximately five vehicles. Cartop boat access and shore fishing is also available at the town beach on the north shore for a fee (get directions). Please contact the Northeast District Offices of MassWildlife or the town of Westford for additional information, fee structure, and/or restrictions pertaining to public access of Forge Pond.
Fish populations
The following fish species were found during MassWildlife surveys:
- largemouth bass
- chain pickerel
- black crappie
- yellow perch
- white perch
- bluegill
- pumpkinseed
- yellow bullhead
- brown bullhead
- golden shiner
- American eel
Fishing
Forge Pond has produced largemouth bass and black crappie that meet the minimum size for recognition by the Freshwater Sportfishing Awards Program.
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