The Friends of Lapham Peak are launching an exciting new project in 2026 to replace the aging and failing pier at Lupo Pond with a modern, fully accessible fishing pier—designed so that everyone, including those with mobility challenges, can enjoy the beauty and experience of fishing at Lapham Peak. The pier will meet ADA/ABA accessibility guidelines.
The new pier will be located on the south side of Lupo Pond where we will also install a new asphalt path from Lapham Lodge to the new fishing pier, providing a smooth, accessible route for wheelchair access to the pier.
Estimated cost for the pier and path is $65,500, to be funded by donations and grants. We have secured a $20,000 matching Knowles Nelson Friends Stewardship Grant from the DNR for Phase 1 – the pier; and are planning to apply for additional stewardship funding for Phase 2 – the path. Applications for other grants are also in process.
Donations of about $45,000 are still currently needed.
Lupo Pond is designated as an Urban Fishing Pond, and is occasionally stocked by the DNR. The accessible fishing pier is specifically called for in the Master Plan for Lapham Peak. Design of the pier and path will proceed this summer with the goal of installing the pier in the fall of 2026.
If you have questions or input, send to: fishingpier@laphampeakfriends.org
With your help, we can make this vision a reality.
Donate to help us with the Accessible Pier & Path Project!
