A DCR reservoir park with two lifeguarded beaches, a boat ramp, and about ten miles of trail. Its real footprint and every official entrance sit in Hopkinton and Ashland, not Southborough; no distinct Southborough entrance, parking area, or trailhead exists, even though this location is geotagged near the Southborough town line.
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
Open from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset as published by the National Weather Service, unless posted or permitted otherwise. Fishing, camping, snowmobiling and other authorized nighttime activities are not held…
Common questions
Can I bring my dog to Hopkinton State Park?
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).