City-protected conservation land bordering Lake Lorraine in Indian Orchard, next to the closed and gated former Lake Lorraine State Park. Public access to the lake itself is very limited: one small unofficial access point at the end of Lorimer Street lets people launch a small boat, fish, or swim informally.
What to expect
Entry fee
Springfield has no parking sticker program for its parks; the city's swimming is at public pools, which use a free resident Pool Pass instead. No pass or permit required.
Dogs
Springfield requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property, including in every city park. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Swim
Allowed No lifeguard; no official DPH beach designation.
Fishing
Allowed unconfirmed
Managed by
Springfield Conservation Commission
413-787-6440 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there an entry fee at Lake Lorraine Conservation Area?
Springfield has no parking sticker program for its parks; the city's swimming is at public pools, which use a free resident Pool Pass instead. No pass or permit required.
Can I bring my dog to Lake Lorraine Conservation Area?
Springfield requires dogs to be leashed whenever off the owner's property, including in every city park. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
What rules should I know at Lake Lorraine Conservation Area?
No lifeguard; this is an informal, undeveloped access point, not a supervised swim beach.