Guide To Fishing At Quabbin Reservoir
AKA: Quabbin Lake

Pristine natural beauty surrounds Quabbin Reservoir, a 25,000-acre lake in the west-central part of the state, at New Salem. There are over 180 miles of shoreline. The area from Gates 8 to 16A, and from Gates 22 to 44 are designated areas for fishing from the bank.
A DCR Quabbin Boat Seal is required for all boats. Horsepower and other restrictions in place can be reviewed here. Kayaks, canoes and other boats are available for rent at the lake. Boat launch ramps are available via gates #8, #31 and #43. This is a popular fishing destination for anglers pursuing bass, trout, crappie, sunfish, perch, salmon and pike. The closest camping is at High View Campground, several miles from the lake.
What to fish for...
Fishing for largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, black crappie, rainbow trout, brown trout, lake trout, bluegill, pumpkinseed sunfish, white perch, yellow perch, Atlantic salmon and chain pickerel at Quabbin Reservoir in Massachusetts.
Primary fish species residing in Quabbin Reservoir
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Quabbin Reservoir Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: YES
Boat Launch Ramp: YES
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: NO
Convenience Store: NEARBY
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing Boat Rentals
Quabbin Visitors Center
Rentals: Kayaks and canoes
413 323-7221
Public Boat Launch Ramps & Landings
Quabbin Reservoir Fishing Area 1 Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the southwest section of the lake, off Old Ward Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with docks and gravel parking.
Quabbin Reservoir Fishing Area 2 Boat Launch Ramp
Located in the northeast section of the lake, off Regulating Dam Road, this is a one-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.
Quabbin Reservoir Fishing Area 3 Boat Launch Ramp
Located mid lake, east side, off Dana Road, this is a two-lane, concrete ramp with a dock and gravel parking.
Click here for a Massachusetts Fishing License.
Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
High View Campground - 508 867-7800
Quabbin Reservoir MA Map - Fishing & Camping Areas
Lake Video
Contact Information
Quabbin Reservoir
100 Winsor Dam Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
413 323-7221
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Fishing for bass, trout, crappie, sunfish, perch, salmon and pike at Quabbin Reservoir in west-central Massachusetts.