Description
South Meadow (37-acres) and Mossy (32-acres) are two great ponds located roughly 1 mile southwest of the center of Clinton. South meadow pond has an average depth of 8 feet and a maximum depth of 21 feet. Mossy Pond has an average depth of 15 feet and a maximum depth of 32 feet. The waters of both are tea stained with limited transparency and common aquatic vegetation. The submerged remnants of a dam under the powerlines demarcate the boundaries of the two ponds and serve as a reminder that theses ponds were once separate waterbodies. South Meadow Pond is connected to Coachlace pond to the southeast, but the culvert is not passible by boat.
Recreational access
MassWildlife manages an unimproved dirt launch suitable for cartop boats off of South Meadow Road on the southwestern shore of South Meadow Pond (get directions). Parking is available for a few cars here with additional spots on the shoulder of South Meadow Road. Shore fishing is possible in South Meadow Pond along South Meadow Road and in both ponds from a small parking area. Shore access is also possible from a trailhead on the MassWildlife owned Mossy Pond Access located at the end of Rogers Field Way (get directions). Parking here is possible for three cars at most and the trail to the water and the shores are steep at times; follow the powerlines to the best spot. Please contact MassWildlife Central District offices for additional information and/or restrictions pertaining to public access of South Meadow and Mossy Ponds.
MassWildlife managed dirt launch and parking area on South Meadow Pond
A closer view of South Meadow Pond ramp.
Parking at the end of Rogers Field Way at the Mossy Pond Access. Please be respectful of private property.
Following the powerlines will lead you to this fishing spot which has low gradient shores perfect for casting a line.
Fish populations
The following fish species were found during MassWildlife surveys:
- largemouth bass
- chain pickerel
- yellow perch
- white perch
- black crappie
- bluegill
- pumpkinseed
- rock bass
- brown bullhead
- yellow bullhead
- golden shiner
South Meadow and Mossy Ponds is stocked each spring with trout.
Fishing
South Meadow and Mossy Ponds are popular trout fishing destinations in spring and offer excellent largemouth bass and chain pickerel fishing year-round. These ponds have excellent cover in the form of downed trees and vegetation beds that hold plenty of fish. Ice fishing is also very popular here. South Meadow and Mossy Ponds have produced largemouth bass, chain pickerel, white perch, black crappie, brook trout, and rainbow trout that meet minimum sizes for recognition by the Freshwater Sportfishing Awards Program.
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