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Upper Millpond

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Upper Mill Pond in Brewster, Massachusetts (Barnstable County) offers paddlers a peaceful kettle pond experience surrounded by approximately 875 acres of conservation land. This relatively secluded destination sits between Old King's Highway (Route 6A) and the Mid-Cape Highway (Route 6), providing a quiet alternative to Cape Cod's more crowded waterways.

**Access:** The main public access is at Fisherman's Landing Road, which provides convenient parking and launch facilities. An alternate put-in exists at Run Hill Road near the conservation area parking lot. A smaller parking area closer to the pond requires a Brewster town beach sticker. The main gravel lot offers direct access to surrounding trails through the Punkhorn Parklands, making this an excellent destination for combining paddling with hiking.

**Paddling Experience:** The pond itself is modest in size, with an estimated circumference paddle of approximately 1.5 miles. Paddlers can explore connections to adjacent waters - Walker Pond lies to the east, and Lower Mill Pond connects to the south, expanding exploration options to roughly 3.5 miles total. The pond features a 10-horsepower limit on outboard motors, ensuring a quieter experience without the disturbance of speedboats.

**Scenery and Wildlife:** The crystal-clear waters and forested shoreline create an intimate paddling environment. The surrounding Punkhorn Parklands and various conservation areas provide habitat for diverse wildlife, with opportunities to observe birds and other native species. Several small coves and inlets invite exploration along the shoreline.

**Nearby Attractions:** The Eagle Point Trails begin just west of the main parking area, offering short hikes to overlooks. The pond's setting within the Brewster State Forest and nearby conservation lands makes it an ideal destination for those seeking a more remote, nature-focused paddling experience on Cape Cod.


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