Lovell's Pond Boat Ramp boat launch
Lovell's Pond Boat Ramp
The boat ramp provides access to Lovell's Pond, which is a 28-acre freshwater pond located in the middle of the Cape Cod peninsula. The pond is popular for fishing, swimming, and boating. It is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, pickerel, perch, and sunfish.
The boat ramp at Lovell's Pond allows for the launching of small craft, such as canoes, kayaks, and small motorboats. However, larger boats may have difficulty launching due to the narrow width of the ramp.
According to the Town of Barnstable's website, Lovell's Pond boat ramp is open from sunrise to sunset, and there is a fee for non-residents to use the ramp. Additionally, boaters are required to follow all Massachusetts boating laws and regulations while on Lovell's Pond.
In summary, Lovell's Pond boat ramp is a concrete boat ramp in Barnstable, Massachusetts, that is 16 feet wide and suitable for launching small boats and kayaks. It provides access to Lovell's Pond, a 28-acre freshwater pond, and permits the launching of small craft such as canoes, kayaks, and small motorboats.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Lovell's Pond Boat Ramp -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Quashnet River At Waquoit Village | 16 cfs | → |
| Herring River At North Harwich | 9 cfs | → |
| Jones River At Kingston | 16 cfs | → |
| Paskamanset River Near South Dartmouth | 9 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Lovell's Pond Boat Ramp as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Lovell's Pond Boat Ramp
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
Snoflo-tracked boat launches within driving distance of Lovell's Pond Boat Ramp.