Watuppa Pond

Located in Bristol County, Massachusetts

Watuppa Pond is located just outside of Fall River, Massachusetts. The state's capital, Boston, is situated 52 miles north.

The closest location for urgent care is Saint Anne’s Hospital, roughly four miles away. The T.F. Green International Airport is only 41 miles northwest in Warwick, Rhode Island.

Grab a bite at one of the many nearby restaurants like Caravela Restaurant, The Cove Restaurant and Marina, 110 Grill, Sages Restaurant.

Big and Beautiful

There are two Watuppa Ponds: North and South. Combined, these two ponds have a surface area of over 3,000 acres. The North basin supplies drinking water to Fall River, so all water-based activities like swimming, boating, fishing, etc., are prohibited.

However, you can do all of these activities in the South basin! Residents and visitors enjoy boating, kayaking, and fishing here! There is a concrete launch ramp on the northwest shore of the pond.

Undoubtedly, the most popular activity is fishing. South Watuppa plays host to many bass tournaments because of its large populations of small and largemouth bass. There are also tiger muskies, chain pickerel, brown bullhead, black crappie, and sunfish.

Explore Fall River

If you're looking for something fun to do off of the water, then head into Fall River!

In August 1892, one of the world's most famous mysteries took place in Fall River. Andrew and Abbey Borden were murdered in their home, later found by the family maid. Their daughter, Lizzie, went on trial for the double homicide but was later acquitted.

Over 120 years later, the house still stands as it was on that fateful morning. Book a tour during the day to get the full story or stay overnight in the haunted house.

Head to downtown Fall River to see Battleship Cove, the world’s largest collection of World War II naval vessels.

Visit Providence

Take a short drive and explore Providence, Rhode Island!

Start your tour with the Roger Williams Park Zoo, one of the oldest zoos in America, featuring animals like snow leopards, red pandas, and kangaroos. Also at Roger Williams Park is a botanical center featuring New England’s largest public indoor display garden, with 12,000 square feet of gardens and two greenhouses.

College Hill is another must on your to-do list while in Providence. This historic neighborhood offers historic houses to explore, museums to peruse, and great food to top it off!

The RISD Museum is one of the oldest fine art museums in the country, opening in 1877. Come see over 2,000 works of art dating back to ancient history alongside cutting-edge modern pieces.

The John Brown House is a fantastic history museum in a well-preserved 18th-century mansion. Schedule audio or guided tours and take a step into the past to learn more about the lives of early affluent Americans.

After a long day of exploring Providence, check out places to eat in College Hill like Palo, Heng Thai & Rotisserie, Mills Tavern, and Hemenway's.

Big Lake, Big City

If you’re looking for a large lake nestled on the outskirts of a large city, then you’ve found the perfect match in Watuppa Pond!