289-375 Pine St, Whitman, MA 02382, USA
Owned By: Town of Whitman
Harding’s Pond in Whitman is a small pond for fishing and seasonal ice skating.
It’s important to know that some of our freshwater fisheries are contaminated with mercury, PFAS and/or other concerning substances. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health maintains an online database with up-to-date advisories regarding fish consumption, sorted by location. We recommend you consult this valuable resource when planning a fishing excursion.
Features
The pond is about 1/4 mile long and 600 feet wide. Like most ponds on the South Shore, this was created by a dam. An unnamed brook flows through the pond.
This land is within the region of the Massachusett (or Massachuseuk). To learn more about local Native American tribes, we encourage you to interact with their members. The Mattakeeset band of the Massachusett, and the Massachusett tribe at Ponkapoag, both share information on their websites.
Habitats and Wildlife
This small pond is bordered to the north with wetlands. The stream that flows from south from the pond eventually joins Meadow Brook, part of the Matfield River/Taunton River watershed.
The most common fish species caught here is largemouth bass.
Historic Site: No
Park: No
Beach: No
Boat Launch: No
Lifeguards: No
Size: 15 acres
Hours: Dawn to Dusk
Parking: Limited roadside parking (5 cars) on Pine Street at Beal Ave.
Cost: Free
Facilities:
Benches. Geocache location.
Dogs: Dogs must remain on leash. Scoop the poop!
Boat Ramp: No
ADA Access: No
Scenic Views: Yes
Waterbody/Watershed: Meadow Brook (Taunton River watershed)