Description
Woodman Pond is 8-acre impoundment of Dearth Hill Brook located off Dearth Hill Road in Brimfield State Forest. Woodman Pond has an average depth of 5 feet, a maximum depth of 10 feet and the water is tannic and has low transparency. Aquatic vegetation is present throughout the pond but is not exceedingly abundant. The shoreline is completely forested which provides a peaceful setting to fish or paddle.
Recreational access
The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) manages a gravel launching area suitable for cartop boats off of Dearth Hill Road near the dam on the northern shore (get directions). Parking is limited to the shoulder of Dearth Hill Road. The entire shoreline is accessible to fishing via foot paths originating from Dearth Hill Road. Vehicular access to Woodman Pond is seasonal and controlled via a gate on Dearth Hill Road at Dearth Hill Pond. Please contact the DCR offices of Brimfield State Forest for additional information and/or restrictions pertaining to public access of Woodman Pond.
Parking is limited off the access road to Woodman Pond. cartop boats may be launched anywhere along the road.
Fish populations
The following fish species were found during MassWildlife surveys:
- largemouth bass
- black crappie
- bluegill
- pumpkinseed
- brown bullhead
- golden shiner
Fishing
Woodman Pond offers anglers the opportunity to catch sunfish and largemouth bass in a natural and tranquil setting. As such, Woodman Pond is an ideal location for introducing kids to fishing or to the outdoors in general. While most bass will average a pound or two, larger fish have been reported on occasion. Woodman Pond has produced black crappie that meet minimum sizes for recognition by the Freshwater Sportfishing Awards Program.
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