Best pump filtration for 300 gallon goldfish pond with waterfall?

[Oakwood Meadow]

Best pump filtration for 300 gallon goldfish pond with waterfall?

 

[Tula]

I've never had a pond of that size, but honestly I'd probably consider one of those smaller pressurized filters, if you have NO koi and are not over stocked with goldfish. They are pretty easy to maintain and clean.

Another option would be a bog, lots of folks here have them

 

[j.w]

@Oakwood Meadow
I like Laguna pumps! Easy on power usage. https://www.lagunaponds.com/products/volume-supports/1200-gallons/powerjet-600-fountain-pump-kit/

 

[zainwahid]

For a 300-gallon goldfish pond with a waterfall, I’d aim for:

• A pump that can deliver at least 2–3× the pond volume per hour (i.e. roughly 600–900 GPH), especially to drive the waterfall flow.
• A mechanical + biological filter setup (e.g. a pressurized or external filter) to catch debris and support beneficial bacteria.
• Consider adding a skimmer or pre-filter before the main filter, to reduce load from leaves and coarse particles.
• Don’t forget easy access for maintenance — a filter that’s simple to disassemble and clean is a big plus.
• If you have space, a planted bog or wetland zone can help take up excess nutrients naturally.

 

[Lilguy]

For a 300-gallon goldfish pond with a waterfall, I’d aim for:

• A pump that can deliver at least 2–3× the pond volume per hour (i.e. roughly 600–900 GPH), especially to drive the waterfall flow.
• A mechanical + biological filter setup (e.g. a pressurized or external filter) to catch debris and support beneficial bacteria.
• Consider adding a skimmer or pre-filter before the main filter, to reduce load from leaves and coarse particles.
• Don’t forget easy access for maintenance — a filter that’s simple to disassemble and clean is a big plus.
• If you have space, a planted bog or wetland zone can help take up excess nutrients naturally.

Can you name some all in one filters that would work?

 

[Stephen Noble]

Welcome @Oakwood Meadow! How many goldfish do you have in the pond? Well, if you are looking for a very simple & dependable 'plug and play' try something like the below. I have used their pumps and filters for years. Long life and wonderful customer service. These units are simple to install and clean.
https://www.amazon.com/Pondmaster-D...=pondmaster+pond+pumps&qid=1761223708&sr=8-16