Tihonet Pond

Located in Plymouth County, Massachusetts

Tihonet Pond is an 89-acre great pond located in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. It is nestled in Wareham, Massachusetts, 69 miles south of Boston and 14 miles south of Plymouth, Massachusetts.

The closest location for urgent care, Beth Israel - Plymouth, is 15 miles north in Plymouth. The Boston Logan International Airport is 57 miles north.

When heading into town, grab a bite to eat in Wareham at places like Bailey's Surf N' Turf, Charlie's Place, Krua Thai II, and Shennanigans Bar & Grill.

Fun on the Water

Tihonet Pond reaches a max depth of 14 feet, with almost three miles of shoreline. Canoeing, kayaking, electric boating, swimming, and fishing are popular activities here.

Fishing has become increasingly popular on Tihonet Pond as the lake has consistently produced outstanding largemouth bass. There is an annual fishing derby held on the pond.

Along with largemouth bass, anglers will find lake trout, black crappie, carp, smallmouth bass, and more!

The pond is owned by a cranberry company, A.D. Makepeace, who require an annual access pass to get onto the water. It is $150 and can be purchased after filling out a request form from the company.

What's Nearby?

Nearby Water Wizz of Cape Cod is a fun place for the whole family! There are over 10 water rides for every level of thrill-seeker, ranging from a 76-foot free-fall slide to a kiddie park.

Explore the great outdoors at nearby Myles Standish State Forest, a 12,000-acre property offering 16 ponds, hiking trails, hunting, and 35 miles of equestrian trails.

The closest place to enjoy the white sands of Massachusetts is Onset Beach. Only three miles south, this popular beach offers concessions, lifeguards, and even special events in the summer.

Visit Plymouth, Massachusetts

Plymouth should be on your checklist of places to visit, as this town makes for a fantastic day trip packed with American history!

Visit the Plymouth Rock Historic Landmark, a waterfront monument showcasing the storied rock where the Mayflower Pilgrims first landed in 1620.

Check out the Mayflower ll, a full-scale replica of a 17th-century Pilgrim ship with exhibits and tours led by costumed guides.

Another important spot in Plymouth is the Pilgrim Hall Museum, the oldest public museum in the U.S. Built in 1824, you can find archives of items from the early Pilgrims.

Need some lunch in between stops at Plymouth? East Bay Grille, Dillon's Local, and Mamma Mia's of Plymouth Waterfront have you covered!

Why Tihonet Pond?

Tihonet Pond is the place to be if you're looking for a freshwater escape that isn't too far away from the ocean!