Wachusett Reservoir, MA
AKA: Wachusett 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 Wachusett Reservoir in Massachusetts.
Nestled between Worcester and Clinton lies Wachusett Reservoir, a 4,100-acre lake with 37 miles of shoreline. Fishing for bass, sunfish, perch, trout, crappie and northern pike are all popular at this reservoir in the east-central part of the state. The reservoir is restricted to shoreline fishing only, and is closed to all fishing from December to April. The open fishing season is from the first Saturday in April through December 31. Access for fishing is limited to the following areas: Route 70 via Gates 6 to 16, Route 140 via Gates 17 to 24, Route 12/110 via Gates 25 to 35 and West Boylston via Thomas Basin. Fishing is not allowed from any other areas. Boating is not allowed on Wachusett Lake. Camping, lodging, convenience stores and restaurants are all available nearby.
Wachusett Reservoir Amenities
Marina: NO
Boat Rental: NO
Boat Launch Ramp: NO
Campgrounds: NEARBY
RV Hookups: NEARBY
Lodging: YES
Convenience Store: YES
Bait & Tackle: YES
Restaurant: YES
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Fishing License
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Campgrounds & RV Parks Nearby
Holden Forestry Campground - 508 829-0276
Map - Camping & Access
Contact Information
Clinton Parks & Recreation
560 High St
Clinton, MA 01510
978 365-4140
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