A 287-acre lake on the Hinsdale-Peru town line, impounded from Bennett Brook and managed by DCR as part of Ashmere Lake State Forest. A concrete boat ramp off Smith Road handles trailered and motorized boats; a smaller unimproved cartop launch sits off Route 143 near the dam.
What to expect
Dogs
Allowed on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large. Hunting, hunting-dog training and sled- or search-dog training are exempt (302 CMR 12.13)). Pets are barred from the…
Banned now · back September 15Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed ice-out through fall
Managed by
DCR (Department of Conservation and Recreation), Office of Fishing and Boating Access
617-727-1843 · WebsiteCommon questions
Can I bring a motorboat to Ashmere Lake?
Yes, at the main Smith Road/Hickingbotham Road ramp. The smaller Route 143 launch is cartop boats only.
Can I bring my dog to Ashmere Lake?
Allowed on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large. Hunting, hunting-dog training and sled- or search-dog training are exempt (302 CMR 12.13)). Pets are barred from the designated swimming area from May 1 through September 15 (302…