An MWRA/DCR-protected drinking-water reservoir and surrounding watershed land extending into northeastern Ashland, open for limited shoreline fishing and passive recreation under state watershed rules.
What to expect
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
not confirmed for this watershed specifically
Hours
one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset, in fishing season only
Fishing
Allowed first Saturday in April through Nov 30, shoreline only, closest area to dam and MWRA facilities excluded
Managed by
DCR Division of Water Supply Protection
508-792-7806 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
On site
Picnic area
picnicking permitted in accessible watershed areas per general DWSP rules
Not here
No bathhouse
no bathhouse; not a swim facility
No drinking water
none provided on site
Common questions
Can you swim in the Sudbury Reservoir?
No, it is an active public drinking water supply and swimming is not permitted.
Yes, shoreline fishing is allowed in season, except near the dam and MWRA facilities.
Is there an entry fee at Sudbury Reservoir Watershed?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Sudbury Reservoir Watershed?
not confirmed for this watershed specifically
What rules should I know at Sudbury Reservoir Watershed?
No swimming or boating; active drinking-water supply reservoir. No fishing within the closest portion of the reservoir to the dam and MWRA facilities.