Populatic Pond

Located in Norfolk County, Massachusetts

Populatic Pond is an 85-acre lake located in Medway, Massachusetts, 35 miles southwest of Boston.

Populatic is 36 miles away from Boston Logan International Airport. The closest place for urgent care is MetroWest Medical Center, 14 miles north in Framingham, Massachusetts.

Grab a bite to eat at nearby eateries like Medway Village Pizza and Subs, Primavera Restaurant, Medway Cafe, and Restaurant 45.

Life on the Water

This scenic, river-fed lake offers residents a beautiful location to sit back and enjoy the view or have some fun on the water!

All types of watercraft are welcome here, whether they're powerboats, electric boats, canoes, sailboats, or kayaks! A trailer launch is available to residents — and the public — off of Lakeshore Drive.

Kayaking is a popular hobby on Populatic Pond because of the easy access to the Charles River. Bass fishing is excellent on the river, as it is relatively deep with many sunken trees.

The most common species of fish found on the lake are largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, chain pickerel, lake catfish, bluegill, and sunfish.

Things to Do Nearby

Enjoy the great outdoors at nearby Franklin State Forest. This unspoiled, 843-acre forest area features hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and horseback-riding trails.

Visit the MTB Trails at Milford, which offers over 40 miles of trails for mountain bikers of all skill levels.

Populatic Pond is an ideal location for a Pats fan! The Gillette Stadium where the Patriots play is only 8 miles southeast, just outside Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Visit Boston

Boston is just a short drive away from Nutting Lake. Walk the Freedom Trail and get a sense of the coastal city’s revolutionary history.

Catch a Red Sox game at Fenway Park, a timeless American experience.

While you’re there, check out Boston’s museums like the Museum of Fine Arts, The John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum and Library, and the Institute of Contemporary Art.

Boston’s historic neighborhoods like North End and Little Italy offer breathtaking architecture and atmosphere.

There is no shortage of historic sites and monuments in Boston: Bunker Hill, Old North Church, and the Paul Revere House offer a glimpse into the lives that shaped American History.

Check out the Boston Public Garden. This botanical garden, famous for its Swan Boats, has over 600 varieties of trees and an ever-changing array of flowers.

Why Populatic Pond?

Whether you're looking to retire to a cozy location or find a summer home for the whole family, Populatic Pond is a fantastic choice!