Description
Moulton Pond is a 63-acre impoundment of Mill Brook located off of Rt. 56 in Rutland. Moulton Pond has an average depth of 4 feet and a maximum depth of 8 feet. Aquatic vegetation is common to dense as one moves into the northern and eastern portions of the pond. Much of the immediate shoreline, while privately held, remains undeveloped.
Recreational access
The town of Rutland manages a small gravel launch suitable for cartop boats off of Rt. 56 on the western shore (get directions). Parking is possible for 4 cars at most adjacent to the ramp and along the access leading up to Rt. 56. Shore fishing is limited to areas adjacent to the launch. Please contact the town of Rutland for additional information, and/or restrictions pertaining to public access of Moulton Pond.
The gravel launch at Moulton Pond.
Parking at the Moulton Pond launch is limited to a few cars.
Fish populations
The following fish species were found during MassWildlife surveys:
- largemouth bass
- chain pickerel
- yellow perch
- black crappie
- bluegill
- pumpkinseed
- brown bullhead
- golden shiner
Fishing
Aquatic vegetation can become dense at Moulton Pond as the summer progresses so best to get to the pond earlier in the year rather than later. Given its undeveloped shores, Moulton Pond is a pleasant place to spend the afternoon paddling, however reports on fishing here are scant.
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