A 1,065-acre lake, the largest recreational body of water in western Massachusetts, ringed by hills and mostly enclosed by Tolland State Forest. A lifeguarded sand beach and a concrete boat ramp sit inside the state forest boundary off Main Road; the ramp draws a steady trailer line on summer weekends.
What to expect
Dogs
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and…
Hours
Not separately posted for the reservoir; the surrounding state forest is open sunrise to sunset
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed year-round, ice permitting
Fishing
Allowed year-round; seasonal trout stocking
Common questions
Is Otis Reservoir open today?
Otis Reservoir is a public pond in Tolland, MA. Posted hours: Not separately posted for the reservoir; the surrounding state forest is open sunrise to sunset.
Can I bring my dog to Otis Reservoir?
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and search-dog training are excepted (302 CMR 12.13).