Town(s):
Athol MA
County:
Worcester
Local Name:
Lake Rohunta
Size:
383
acres
Average Depth:
5
feet
Maximum Depth:
10
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Power Boats, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply
Swimming:
No Swimming Allowed
The 383-acre Lake Rohunta, created by a dam on The Branch of the Millers River, is a gem for canoeists and anglers, but especially for birdwatchers. Indeed, the causeway on Branch Bridge Rd. is regarded as one as the best spots in the North Quabbin region for viewing migratory waterfowl like ring-necked ducks, mergansers, and teals. A state launch site on Eagleville Rd. offers a fishing platform and access for small motor boats; anglers have found pickerel, bass, pike, perch, and more. Much of the shoreline is protected, clothed in open woods, buttonbush, and blueberries. Waterlilies and pickerelweed in the shallow pond, beautiful to look at, make paddling difficult by late summer.
Water Quality:
Unknown
Vegetation Growth:
Moderate
Non-native Species:
Unknown
Fish Species:
Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, Black Crappie, Yellow Perch, White Perch, Brown Bullhead, Sunfish, White Sucker, American Eel
Boat Access:
Access for Power and Non-power Boats
Ramp Comments:
Boat access: From Rte. 2, take Exit 16 (Rte 202) and go south 0.1 mile. Turn left on Eagleville Rd. and go 0.7miles to sign.
Parking Spaces:
11-20
Shoreline Development:
25-50%
