# Jamaica Pond

Boston, United States

Jamaica Pond is Boston's largest natural freshwater body, a glacial kettle pond reaching 51 feet deep. Once a source of harvested ice and city water, it now anchors Frederick Law Olmsted's Emerald Necklace with a beloved walking loop.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Jamaica Pond, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 42.31667, -71.12028

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