Myles Stanndish State Forest - Fearing Pond

Fearing Pond, located within Myles Standish State Forest in Plymouth, Massachusetts, is a 24-acre natural kettlehole pond with an average depth of 10 feet and a maximum depth of 20 feet. The pond is fed by groundwater and features a sandy bottom with some rubble, and aquatic vegetation is sparse.   Recreational Opportunities:

• Camping: The Fearing Pond Campground offers 72 sites suitable for both tents and RVs up to 25 feet in length. Amenities include fire pits, picnic tables, and access to restrooms and hot showers.
• Swimming and Boating: A public beach is located on the southeast side of the pond, providing a designated swimming area. Boating access is available on the northern side, accommodating car-top boats and canoes.
• Fishing: Fearing Pond is stocked with trout in the spring and fall, offering anglers opportunities to catch species such as largemouth and smallmouth bass, yellow perch, and pickerel.

Access and Facilities:

• Location: Fearing Pond is situated in the southern section of Myles Standish State Forest, north of Charge Pond and south of College Pond.
• Facilities: The campground provides amenities such as a dump station, hot showers, and access to hiking and biking trails within the forest.