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Hamblin Pond

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Hamblin Pond in Marstons Mills, Massachusetts offers multiple access points for paddlers. The primary launch is a cartop boat ramp off Cotuit Road past Burgess Park, which requires carrying boats from the parking area to the water. An alternate put-in is available at Wills Work Road in Mashpee.

The pond is stocked annually with trout and naturally supports Yellow Perch, Smallmouth Bass, Banded Killifish, American Eel, and Golden Shiner. A 1995 alum treatment to improve water quality was successful, making it one of Cape Cod's better trout ponds. A second treatment occurred in June 2015.

When paddling from the Waquoit Bay area via Little River, timing trips around high tide is optimal but not essential. The route from Waquoit Public Landing to Hamblin Pond covers approximately 0.5 miles through Little River before opening into the pond. Summer's prevailing southwest winds can create challenging conditions, particularly when they exceed 10 mph.

The pond features calm, shallow waters near its beach area. Facilities include a parking lot (requiring a resident sticker during summer months), new washroom facilities, and a swimming area with roped-off boundaries. While the beach area can be busy with swimmers during summer, the pond generally maintains a quiet atmosphere due to its relatively hidden location away from tourist areas.

For paddlers interested in longer excursions, Hamblin Pond can be combined with nearby Jehu Pond for a 5+ mile round trip route. Wills Work Beach, formerly known as "Secret Beach," offers a less crowded spot for a mid-paddle break.

A resident beach sticker ($45 annually for locals) is required for parking during summer months. The pond covers 57 acres with a maximum depth of 23 feet and an average depth of 10 feet.


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