Quabbin Reservoir, MA
AKA: Quabbin Lake
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Guide to 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.
Pristine natural beauty surrounds Quabbin Reservoir, a 25,000-acre lake which covers approximately 39 square miles, 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.
One of the popular fish species found in Quabbin Reservoir is lake trout, also known as togue. Another sought-after species is smallmouth bass. Quabbin Reservoir is also home to other fish species, including landlocked Atlantic salmon and stocked rainbow trout.
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.
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 License
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
High View Campground - 508 867-7800
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Contact Information
Quabbin Reservoir
100 Winsor Dam Road
Belchertown, MA 01007
413 323-7221
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