Forge Pond Fishing in Norfolk County, Massachusetts

• Overview

  Set in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, this is Forge Pond. It sits at 108 feet above sea level. At 12 acres it is the sort of place you fish for an evening rather than a day. The closest town, Canton, is 0.4 miles away. It is 14 miles to South Boston, the nearest city. Others within reach: Bolivar Pond 0.3 miles, Reservoir Pond within 1.5 miles, Pinewood Pond 1.6 miles, Trowel Shop Pond within 1.6 miles and Town Pond 2 miles. The county edge is within a short distance of the bank.

• Where to Fish on Forge Pond

  Depth here is unknown, so count the lead down before committing. Draw-down through summer strips the margins, so follow the water out. A reservoir gives you a hard edge, a shelf, and not much else. Public occurrence data for Norfolk County names bluegill, pumpkinseed, chain pickerel, yellow perch and redfin pickerel. Take it as the county picture rather than a promise for this water. At Forge Pond light and wind decide more than tackle does.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Typical July readings run about 72°F; by January the average is down near 27°F. Conditions shift steadily rather than sharply. In a normal year the cover is thin and short-lived. November and March are the quiet, comfortable months to be out. Expect Forge Pond to follow that timing.

• Tackle & Baits

  Nothing we hold confirms whether access is permitted. There is recorded parking some half a mile off. This sits inside Bolivar Pond Conservation Area, so read the reserve notices first. A wire trace and a big bright lure handle the pike; deep water asks for a heavier spoon. A phone call first saves an afternoon. Rules for boats are stricter than rules for the bank in many places. Bolivar Pond sits 0.3 miles off and takes the overflow. Confirm access to Forge Pond locally before you travel.