A 463-acre reservoir on the Leicester-Spencer line, informally called Stiles Lake by roughly 160 cottage owners, historically controlled by Carleton Woolen Mills as one of three industrial water reserves. Public access appears limited to shore fishing where Chickering Road meets the water.
What to expect
Dogs
A dog on any public property in Spencer, recreation areas and school grounds included, must be properly restrained: with its owner in full control, or held firmly on a leash of no more than six feet. That's the town-wide default; watch…
Fishing
Allowed Year-round per state regulations, shore fishing only
Common questions
Is Stiles Reservoir open to the public?
Only in a limited way; most of the shoreline has long been controlled by a private mill company and cottage owners, with public access effectively confined to fishing from Chickering Road.
Is there an entry fee at Stiles Reservoir?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Stiles Reservoir?
A dog on any public property in Spencer, recreation areas and school grounds included, must be properly restrained: with its owner in full control, or held firmly on a leash of no more than six feet. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.