Description
Westville Lake is a 28-acre impoundment of the Quinebaug River located entirely within the Westville Lake Recreation Area located off Wallace Road in Sturbridge. The Recreation area features picnic areas, hiking trails and boat access and is a great spot to spend an afternoon exploring.
Recreational access
The Army Corps of Engineers manages a concrete boat ramp, suitable for trailered craft and large parking area in the Westville Lake Recreation Area off of Wallace Road in Sturbridge (get directions). Shore fishing opportunities here are excellent along the length of the eastern shoreline on Army Corps land; there are also plenty of picnic tables situated throughout. Be aware that the recreation area is gated outside operation hours and seasons. Please contact the Westville Lake Offices of the Army Corps Of Engineers for additional information and/or restrictions pertaining to the public access of Westville Lake.
Fish populations
The following fish species were found during MassWildlife surveys:
- largemouth bass
- small mouth bass
- chain pickerel
- yellow perch
- black crappie
- bluegill
- pumpkinseed
- brown bullhead
- white sucker
Fishing
Westville Lake is a great location to spend an afternoon hiking and fishing. Abundant access, undeveloped shores, and hiking trails combine to set the stage for a wonderful day outside.
More fishing resources:
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