Schedule a boat decontamination

Your boat must be cleaned and sealed to enter the Quabbin Reservoir. Schedule your appointment with DCR staff to get a Quabbin Boat Seal.

Quabbin Reservoir

Department of Conservation and Recreation

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Fees   for Schedule a boat decontamination

Name Fee Unit
Boat Decontamination program $60 each

How to schedule   Schedule a boat decontamination

Call the Quabbin Visitor Center at (413) 323-7221 to schedule your appointment. 

Please leave a message on the Visitor Center voice mail, M-F 8:30 am -4:30 pm, and DCR will return your call.

Refer to the Quabbin Reservoir Boat Seal Schedule for available dates.

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Follow these tips before arriving for your appointment:

  • Your boat and trailer must be clean of dirt, grease, or excessive rust.
  • No carpeting allowed on trailer.
  • Make sure you motor has enough gas to run for at least 5 minutes.
  • Bring with you anything that touches the water when you are out fishing. This includes downriggers, anchors, and electric trolling motors.

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