Town(s):
Douglas MA
County:
Worcester
Local Name:
Lake Wallum
Size:
322
acres
Average Depth:
28
feet
Maximum Depth:
74
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Power Boats, Jet-skis, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply, Other Restrictions
Swimming:
Swimming Allowed, No Restrictions
Water Quality:
No Known Issues, Town/State Monitoring
Vegetation Growth:
Minimal
Non-native Species:
Unknown
Fishing Comments:
Fishing for largemouth bass should be fair, but don't expect to find many large bass since the low productivity of the lake results in slow growth for most species. The southern or RI portion contains more shallow weedy coves, and this is probably the most promising area to fish for largemouth bass. Trout and salmon fishing is very popular from ice-out through early summer; this period receives the heaviest pressure. Ice fishing for trout and salmon is also popular. People licensed to fish in either Massachusetts or Rhode Island may fish Wallum Lake, but note that Rhode Island regulations apply throughout.
Fish Species:
Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Lake Trout, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Brown Bullhead, Bluegill, American Eel, Bridle Shiner
Boat Access:
Access for Power and Non-power Boats
Ramp Comments:
There are two paved boat ramps, one at the north end off Wallum Lake Road, Douglas, MA the second at the southern extreme in Burrillville, RI
Parking Spaces:
Less than 10
Shoreline Development:
25-50%
