Whitin Reservoir
Massachusetts · Worcester
- 342 acres mapped (USGS NHD)
- 11.8 km shoreline
- County: Worcester
- Shoreline outline: USGS NHD
- Massachusetts freshwater fishing (MassWildlife)
The pin marks the middle of the water, for directions. The shoreline on the map comes from USGS NHD.
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Overview
Whitin Reservoir, also called Wallis Reservoir, dams New Canal Brook to form 358 acres of water in Douglas. It averages 14 feet deep (28 max), and houses line part of its shore.
Fishing
The reservoir has produced award-size largemouth bass, chain pickerel and black crappie for the state's Freshwater Sportfishing Awards Program. With limited parking and only a carry-in launch, it's a quieter option for paddling anglers.
Species
MassWildlife has no recent survey of Whitin Reservoir. Its award-fish record shows that largemouth bass, chain pickerel and black crappie live here.
Regulations
MassWildlife freshwater regulations apply: https://www.mass.gov/freshwater-fishing-regulations. Check local town or DCR rules for access fees and restrictions.
Licensing
A Massachusetts freshwater fishing license is required for anglers 15 and older.
Access
Bring a canoe or kayak. DCR's unimproved dirt launch is at the Wallis Pond trailhead off Wallis Street, with just a few parking spots by the gate. The Wallis Pond Trail and other Douglas State Forest paths lead to the shoreline.
Water facts
358 acres; average depth 14 ft; max 28 ft.
Nearby waters
- Manchaug Pond · 3.2 km (MA)
- Wallum Lake · 7 km (MA)
- Lake Chaubunagungamaug · 7.1 km (MA)
- Lake Webster · 7.1 km (MA)
- Little Pond · 8.6 km (CT)
- Fivemile River (upper) · 8.8 km (CT)
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MassWildlife (Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife)