Description
Foss Reservoir is a 235-acre impoundment of the Sudbury River located in Framingham. The reservoir serves as the backup water supply for Boston and 50 other cities and towns and the entire immediate shoreline lies within Water Supply Protection land and is undeveloped.
Recreational access
Foss Reservoir is managed by the by Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) Division of Water Supply Protection. No boats are allowed on the reservoir, and shore access is permitted through gates situated around the reservoir. Shore access with parking for two to three cars can be found at the end of Old Worcester Road (get directions). Foss Reservoir is closed seasonally and users must comply with additional restrictions intended to protect water quality. Please contact DCR Offices of Water Supply Protection for additional information, fee structure, and/or additional restrictions pertaining to public access of Foss Reservoir.
Parking outside the gate is roadside of Old Worcester Road and can fit three to four cars.
A short walk in past the gate are some excellent established shore fishing sites.
Fish populations
No sampling data exits for this Reservoir
Fishing
Foss Reservoir has produced black crappie that meet minimum sizes for recognition by the Sportfishing Awards Program.
More fishing resources:
Stop aquatic hitchhikers
Prevent the transport of nuisance species; clean all recreational equipment. Visit ProtectYourWaters.net to learn more.