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Flint Pond

Massachusetts · Middlesex

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Overview

Flint Pond is a 67-acre former mill pond on Bridge Meadow Brook near Routes 113 and 3A in Tyngsborough. Its outlet runs a short way to the Merrimack River.

Fishing

Flint Pond has produced award-size largemouth bass and chain pickerel.

Species

Species found in MassWildlife surveys: largemouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, bluegill, pumpkinseed, brown bullhead, yellow bullhead, white sucker, golden shiner.

Regulations

MassWildlife freshwater fishing regulations apply: https://www.mass.gov/freshwater-fishing-regulations. Confirm current seasons, limits and any special rules there; this page is not a legal source.

Licensing

Anglers 15 and older need a Massachusetts fishing license (MassWildlife).

Access

MassWildlife manages a concrete boat ramp for trailered boats with a 20-car parking area at the far northeast tip. Shore fishing is limited to areas near the ramp.

Boat ramps & launches

MassWildlife concrete ramp (trailered craft) at the northeast tip, 20-car lot.

Water facts

67 acres; average depth 3 ft; max 9 ft; abundant aquatic vegetation.

Safety & advisories

Clean all boats and gear before moving between waters to stop aquatic hitchhikers (MassWildlife; see ProtectYourWaters.net).

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MassWildlife (Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife)

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