Arnold Reservoir near North Pembroke: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Arnold Reservoir is a Plymouth County water, Massachusetts side. Around the bank it is farm and woodlot. At roughly 12 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. For a base, North Pembroke sits 1.9 miles out. For a city, South Boston is 22 miles off. Nearby, in order: Keene Pond 1.1 miles off, Chandlers Pond 1.6 miles away, Magoun Pond 1.7 miles off, Mounce Pond 2.3 miles away and Petersons Saw Mill Pond 2.4 miles off. One jurisdiction covers this water end to end.

• Where to Fish on Arnold Reservoir

  No depth figure has reached our records, which makes a plummet useful. Built water gives depth close in, which suits a bank angler. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Open biodiversity records for Plymouth County list tessellated darter, striped bass, bluegill, swamp darter and chain pickerel. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. Arnold Reservoir gives up its fish to patience rather than distance.

• Seasonal Patterns

  July is the warm end of the year here, averaging about 72°F, while January sits near 28°F. Mild ends to the year keep the season long. Hard water here is never dependable, so check for yourself before stepping out. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. The season on Arnold Reservoir follows the weather closely.

• Tackle & Baits

  We hold no note on access for this one. The nearest mapped parking is half a mile away, so the last stretch is on foot. Long Hill Conservation Area runs up to the bank here, which usually means extra restrictions. A small crankbait along the drop and a worm in the thick stuff cover the bass. Ask in the nearest town if you are unsure. Rules for boats are stricter than rules for the bank in many places. The nearest alternative is Keene Pond, 1.1 miles out. For Arnold Reservoir in particular, ask before you travel.