Hinckleys Pond

Located in Barnstable County, Massachusetts

Hinckleys Pond, also known as Pleasant Lake, is a great pond located in the village of Pleasant Lake in Barnstable County, Massachusetts.

The closest location for urgent care is Cape Cod Hospital, 15 miles away in Hyannis, Massachusetts. Boston Logan International is situated 82 miles north, outside of downtown Boston.

Grab a bite to eat at nearby restaurants like Breakwater Fish & Lobster Market, The Island Blue Crab, and Pleasant Lake Pizza Shark.

Life on Hickleys Pond

Hinckleys Pond spans 171 acres with nearly two miles of shoreline. It is less developed than other lakes in the area, making it the perfect place to enjoy Massachusetts outdoors.

The lake is ideal for kayaks, canoes, and other small boats. While out on the water, anglers should expect to catch Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, yellow perch, sunfish, and brown bullhead.

Long Pond, adjacent to Hinckleys Pond, is the largest lake on Cape Cod. The lake is over 700 acres in size, with two beaches and a public boat ramp.

Nearby Fun off of the Water

Just because this area of Massachusetts is known for its beautiful coastal shoreline doesn't mean there isn't fun to be found off of the water!

The Cape Cod Museum of Natural History makes for a fun day trip if you're interested in learning about the wildlife and ecology of Cape Cod. There are interactive exhibits, year-round events, and lectures held here.

Golf courses, public and private, surround Hinckley's Pond! The closest are Cranberry Valley, Cape Cod National Golf Club, Dennis Pines Golf Course, and Eastward Ho!

Nickerson State Park is only six miles away and provides visitors with 1,900 acres of woodland to explore! There are over 400 campsites, miles of hiking and biking trails, and ponds stocked year-round with trout.

White Sands, Green Grasses, and Blue Waters

There are multiple beaches no more than 20 minutes from Hinckley's Pond. The Cape Cod National Seashore offers a more natural setting while its north and south shore are more developed.

Some of the Cape’s most notable beaches include Coast Guard Beach, Marconi Beach, Long Point Beach, Race Point Beach, and Herring Cove Beach.

The Ultimate Getaway

Hinckleys Pond’s location on Cape Cod makes it an excellent place for a full-time home or a summer getaway.