70 public waters in the Pioneer Valley region — 37 lakes/reservoirs and 33 rivers. Every one is public water fishable on a Massachusetts licence.
See every public fishing venue in Massachusetts on the map, with boat ramps, camping, parking and full rules for each one.
Quabbin Reservoir — Boston's primary water supply and Massachusetts's largest inland water body (24,700 ac). Special access rules apply (permit-controlled boat access, no swimming), but shore and boat fishing are permitted for Lake Trout, Smallmouth Bass and Landlocked Salmon in vast, undeveloped, forested surroundings.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Northfield Mountain Reservoir is a 249-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Lake Mattawa, a 111-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A MassWildlife-stocked Trout pond — brook, brown and/or Rainbow Trout in cool water, many with a car-top or small boat access.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Deerfield River Reservoir is a 98-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Sherman Reservoir, a 91-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Leverett Pond, a 89-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
O'Loughlin Pond, a 84-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Power Canal Reservoir (83 acres) sits in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Northampton Reservoir, a 83-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Pelham Lake (79 acres) sits in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A MassWildlife-stocked Trout pond — brook, brown and/or Rainbow Trout in cool water, many with a car-top or small boat access.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Tully Pond is a 76-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, South Spectacle Pond is a 53-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Atkins Reservoir is a 48-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Packard Pond, a 46-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Mcleod Pond is a 41-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
Millers River Reservoir, a 39-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Moores Pond is a 38-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A MassWildlife-stocked Trout pond — brook, brown and/or Rainbow Trout in cool water, many with a car-top or small boat access.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Wheelers Pond is a 36-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Lake Rohunta, a 34-acre lake in Worcester and Franklin Counties, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Upper Reservoir Bear Swamp is a 34-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Sheomet Lake is a 30-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A MassWildlife-stocked Trout pond — brook, brown and/or Rainbow Trout in cool water, many with a car-top or small boat access.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Lake Pleasant is a 30-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Wickett Pond (28 acres) sits in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Bassett Pond is a 26-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, North Spectacle Pond is a 25-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Richards Reservoir, a 22-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Roaring Brook Reservoir is a 21-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Ashfield Pond, a 20-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A MassWildlife-stocked Trout pond — brook, brown and/or Rainbow Trout in cool water, many with a car-top or small boat access.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Lake Wyola is a 20-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A MassWildlife-stocked Trout pond — brook, brown and/or Rainbow Trout in cool water, many with a car-top or small boat access.
Bartons Cove Pond, a 20-acre lake in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Hastings Pond is a 20-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Hallockville Pond, a 18-acre lake in Hampshire and Franklin Counties, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Berkshires lake (Onota, Pontoosuc, Laurel Lake, Stockbridge Bowl, Otis Reservoir) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, stocked rainbow and Brown Trout, Yellow Perch and Crappie in western Massachusetts's hilliest, most scenic water.
Davenport Brook Reservoir (17 acres) sits in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Ruggles Pond (15 acres) sits in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. Lakes and ponds across the Northeast typically hold largemouth and smallmouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, and panfish such as bluegill and pumpkinseed sunfish -- species commonly documented across the region's public waters by state wildlife agencies.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Connecticut River (Barton Cove) Pond is a 10-acre lake, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
Laurel Lake, a 10-acre lake in Hampshire and Franklin Counties, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
Millers River Pond (10 acres) sits in Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A Massachusetts 'great pond' (any natural pond over 10 acres, held in public trust under colonial-era law) — largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Chain Pickerel, yellow and White Perch, Black Crappie and Sunfish. Massachusetts's great-pond doctrine guarantees public fishing rights even where the shore is privately owned.
The Connecticut River flows 101 km through the Pioneer Valley across Franklin, Hampden, and Hampshire counties, offering diverse warm and coolwater fishing. Smallmouth bass and walleye anchor the fishery, while channel catfish, northern pike, and American shad provide seasonal variety and multi-species appeal for Massachusetts anglers.
Deerfield River (72 km) flows through Franklin and Berkshire Counties, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
In Worcester and Franklin Counties, Massachusetts, Millers River is a 82 km river or creek, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
In Worcester, Franklin and Hampshire Counties, Massachusetts, East Branch Swift River is a 16 km river or creek, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Green River is a 31 km river or creek, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
Mill River (23 km) flows through Franklin and Hampshire Counties, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, South River is a 19 km river or creek, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
East Branch North River runs 20 km through Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water): A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Swift River runs 16 km through Hampshire, Hampden and Franklin Counties, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Dry Brook is a 11 km river or creek, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Cold River runs 10 km through Berkshire and Franklin Counties, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water): A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
In Franklin and Hampshire Counties, Massachusetts, West Branch Swift River is a 20 km river or creek, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Fall River is a 19 km stream, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water): A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Sawmill River runs 13 km through Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water): A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Chickley River runs 10 km through Franklin and Berkshire Counties, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water): A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
Mill Brook (9 km) flows through Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Clesson Brook is a 7 km river or creek, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
In Worcester and Franklin Counties, Massachusetts, East Branch Tully River is a 16 km river or creek, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Bear River flows through Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Cranberry Pond Brook (10 km) flows through Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
West Branch North River (12 km) flows through Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Hampshire and Franklin Counties, Massachusetts — North Branch Swift River is a 10 km stream, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water): A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Franklin and Worcester Counties, Massachusetts — West Branch Tully River is a 8 km stream, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water): A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — Roaring Brook is a 3 km stream, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water): A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Mirey Brook is a 6 km river or creek, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
Pelham Brook (8 km) flows through Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
In Franklin and Hampshire Counties, Massachusetts, Russellville Brook is a 7 km river or creek, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, West Branch Brook is a 9 km river or creek, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts warmwater river or large stream — smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Yellow Perch. Access at MassGIS OFBA-listed sites and bridge crossings.
In Hampshire and Franklin Counties, Massachusetts, Mill Brook is a 9 km river or creek, managed by Commonwealth of Massachusetts (public / navigable water). A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
Pauchaug Brook (6 km) flows through Franklin County, Massachusetts, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
In Franklin County, Massachusetts, Moss Brook is a 7 km river or creek, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife. A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — West Brook is a 4 km stream, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
Franklin County, Massachusetts — North River is a 5 km stream, managed by Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife: A Massachusetts Trout stream — wild and stocked brook, brown and Rainbow Trout in cool, clear water, most common in the Berkshires and central uplands.
Across its mapped waters, Franklin County holds 18 species on PiscaMaps, including Smallmouth Bass, Largemouth Bass, Yellow Perch, Chain Pickerel, Bluegill, Pumpkinseed Sunfish, Brown Trout and Rainbow Trout.
Ramps, put-ins and species for every water — plus the carp layer no other US app has.
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