Crystal Lake is Haverhill's public water-supply reservoir ringed by roughly 300 acres of city conservation land across five connected sections (Rurak Point, Crystal Gorge, Crystal Shores, Crystal Dam, Creek Brook), with trails, fishing, and paddling but no swimming allowed.
What to expect
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Hours
1/2 hour before sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset
Managed by
Haverhill Conservation Commission
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Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
Not here
No drinking water
No drinking water available on site
Common questions
No. Crystal Lake is part of Haverhill's drinking-water supply, and swimming is banned there under the city's water-supply protection rule; Plug Pond is the only lake in the city where the city allows swimming.
Is there an entry fee at Crystal Lake Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Crystal Lake Conservation Area?
Allowed on leash
What rules should I know at Crystal Lake Conservation Area?
Swimming and bathing are prohibited citywide except at the Lake Saltonstall (Plug Pond) recreation area.