Town(s):
Hopkinton MA
County:
Middlesex
Size:
575
acres
Average Depth:
6
feet
Maximum Depth:
30
feet
Boating Allowed:
Kayaks, Canoes, Sail Boats, Electric Motor Boats, Power Boats, State & Local Rules & Regulations Apply, Horsepower or Speed Restrictions, See Comments
Boating Comments:
10mph speed restriction.
Swimming:
Swimming Allowed, Some Restrictions
Whitehall Reservoir is a state-owned body of water. Whitehall State Park has a public ramp, small hiking trail, picnic spots and ample parking. 12 mph speed limit keeps boat traffic down. There are very few homes right on the lake, most are across the street. The Reservoir is fairly shallow with a couple of deep pockets. A hiking trail encompasses the entire shoreline and is one of the most scenic hikes in the area. Whitehall Reservoir at one time served as a water supply for areas west of Boston, but with Quabbin Reservoir’s creation in 1939, drinking water from Whitehall was no longer needed, and the area eventually was turned into a state park. Its years of restricted access mean great boating today. The park encompasses the reservoir’s entire shoreline but allows homeowners to erect small docks. From the water, the reservoir feels undeveloped and wild. The highly varied shoreline includes numerous deep coves and dozens of wonderful islands to explore. A few marshy areas occur along the mainly heavily wooded shoreline. The open and inviting woods invite picnicking. Mixed deciduous trees and conifers, typical of southern Massachusetts, along with mountain laurel and highbush blueberry, grow along the shore. Expect to see: mixed deciduous-conifer shorelines; some islands with Atlantic white cedar, spruce, tamarack.
Water Quality:
No Known Issues
Vegetation Growth:
Abundant
Non-native Species:
Eurasian Watermilfoil (Myriophyllum Spicatum)
Fishing Comments:
Fish the deep holes on the south end.
Fish Species:
Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, Yellow Perch, White Perch, White Catfish, Brown Bullhead, Sunfish, Bluegill
Boat Access:
Access for Power and Non-power Boats
Ramp Comments:
The DCR maintains this excellent ramp for all boats and trailers.
Parking Spaces:
21-40
Directions:
Route 495 to exit 21 towards Hopkinton, left on Route 135 to park entrance.
Shoreline Development:
Less than 10%
