Andover's Fishing Oasis: A Call to Adventure!

Hold onto your fishing rods, ardent tourists, and fishermen! Andover, a majestic fishing landmark lying among the chalk hills on the River Anton in the English countryside, is poised to become the ultimate haven for those with a penchant for angling adventures.

If you're on the lookout for tranquillity and bountiful waters, with gently swaying trees and a place where the fish practically leap into your arms or gracefully glide beneath the surface, their scales shimmering in the sunlight, Andover is your sanctuary. Hold up, because we're about to dive into the visual and functional intricacies of Andover's fishing scene, and guess what? The Hawk Inn is your gateway to angler nirvana in 2023.

Hawk Inn: Gateway to Fishing Greatness

Hawk Inn is going to be your premier fishing base. Its strategic location and comfortable accommodations coupled with all of its angler-friendly services check all the boxes for being the epicentre of fishing enthusiasts. Hawk Inn is not just an inn, it’s the heart of the angler’s action. You will find life-long fishing comrades, swap tales, and trade tips with each other diving deep into your fishing adventures.

So, hold on to your hats because you’re at the doorstep of the best fishing spots around. Let us give you a walkthrough of some of those picturesque fishing spots where the deep, dense, blue waters reflect the hues of nature, producing nature’s symphony and beckoning every angler to raise their fishing rods and cast their lines and nets into these majestic waters.

Top 4 Fishing Spots in Andover

The following are our top picks if you want to go fishing when you stay at Andover!

1. Martin’s Pond
Martin’s Pond, an 89-acre Great Pond is located in Middlesex County, Groton; a small but growing town northwest of Boston. This pond lies cradled between the Chestnut Hills and Gibbet Hills. Approximately 1,950 feet across, east to west; and 3,050 feet long, north to south, with an average depth of less than 5 feet, this pond has a public beach and playground on the south side. This pond is home to Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, Crappie, Chain Pickerel, and various types of pan fish which you would like to devour after making unforgettable memories by the edge of clear, serene water. So, seekers of tranquillity and a thrilling adventure hand in hand, Martin’s Pond has a lot to offer, ensuring your every visit is unique and fulfilling to your heart’s extent.

2. Harold Parker Street Forest
This Central Hardwood-Hemlock-White Pine forest, located in Andover, only an hour north of Boston offers an enthralling retreat into nature’s embrace. With 5 miles of trails, 11 ponds, and dozens of campsites, it has something to offer for everyone.

Berry Pond, located within the state forest, is a tranquil spot with a sandy beach and a new washhouse with flush toilets and changing stalls, set against a beautiful backdrop of an array of grandiose trees, casting their flickering reflections onto the clear, blue surface of the pond.

Field Pond, a 68-acre impoundment located in the Harold Parker State Forest has an average depth of 6 feet and a maximum depth of 11 feet with an underdeveloped shoreline. Largemouth Bass, Bluegill, and American eel are among the fish species that can be observed performing their aquatic ballet with their nimble fins, subtly hopping in and out of the clear waters, dancing to nature’s majestic tune.

3. Pomps Pond
This 17-acre natural Great Pond located 1.5 miles south of Andover centre is rather shallow, having a maximum depth of only 9 feet and an average depth of 4.5 feet. Pomp Pond is home to a variety of fish species including bass, pickerel, yellow perch, bluegill, brown bullhead, and pumpkinseed, many of which are nice pan sized offering a satisfying catch for anglers looking to reel in perfectly sized scrumptious fish for a delightful meal. So, take your kids along with your canoes and car-top boats on a beautiful summer evening and devour the thrilling experience of catching these adequately sized species as they elegantly navigate their way through the abundant water lilies and pondweed.

4. Haggett's Pond
Located in the western part of the town, while also lending its name to a road, Haggetts Pond is the town of Andover's drinking water reservoir. The Merrimack River, connected to the pond, adds volume to the reservoir, enriching it with fresh, pristine water. This freshwater oasis is just a stone's throw away from the busy city life and offers you an escape into a realm of serenity and tranquillity. But, do not forget to register your rowboat with the Town, to ensure a coordinated effort to preserve the natural harmony of Haggetts Pond while also ensuring a safe rowing experience for all.

Conclusion:

As we close down our angler journey through the aquatic paradise, the Hawk Inn stands as the unparalleled gateway to fishing greatness, a haven where fishing enthusiasts unite, swapping tales and tips that become the threads weaving the fabric of unforgettable memories and thrilling adventures by the water edge. From the majestic landscapes of Martin's Pond to the enthralling embrace of Harold Parker Street Forest, to the shallow water of Pomp Pond, we have unravelled the tales of fishing spots in and around Andover that define its mesmerising charm. As we cast our gaze upon Haggetts Pond, it is not only the town’s drinking water reservoir but also offers its residents and visitors alike an escape into nature’s fantasy from the city life of hustle and bustle. Not to forget the strategic location and an array of angler-friendly services of the Hawk Inn which will be your compass to angler nirvana in 2023. So, whether you're a seasoned angler or a novice adventurer, Andover's fishing oasis is a call to adventure!