Natick To Build Floating Boardwalk At Pickerel Pond

NATICK — Natick is moving ahead with a new pedestrian link across Pickerel Pond, with construction on a 195-foot floating boardwalk set to begin in late August.

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The town's News Flash announced plans this week for a 195-foot floating boardwalk at Pickerel Pond, connecting the Oakdale and Wethersfield neighborhoods. The project promises residents scenic trail access and views of the pond's resident beavers, according to the announcement. Construction is scheduled to start in late August 2026.

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