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Quabbin Reservoir Fishing Regulations 2026
Quabbin Reservoir fishing regulations in 2026: top targets are lake trout, smallmouth bass, landlocked salmon. 20 current rules across 4 species from DFW / DMF.
Rules (20)
DFW / DMF regulates 20 rules across 4 species at this water.
Lake Trout
Quabbin ReservoirIn season
- Season opens
- Apr 15
- Season closes
- Oct 31
Quabbin Reservoir season is set by DCR; generally opens 3rd Saturday of April and closes after 3rd Saturday of October. Confirm exact dates at mass.gov/dcr/quabbinfish before fishing.
Wachusett ReservoirIn season
- Season opens
- Apr 1
- Season closes
- Nov 30
- Daily bag
- 3 fish/day
- Min size
- 0"
Wachusett Reservoir season is set by DCR; generally opens 1st Saturday of April and closes November 30. Confirm exact dates at mass.gov/dcr/wachusettfish before fishing. No minimum length for Lake Trout at Wachusett Reservoir (statewide 18-inch minimum does not apply). Wachusett Reservoir season is set by DCR; generally opens 1st Saturday of April and closes November 30. Confirm exact dates at mass.gov/dcr/wachusettfish before fishing.
Landlocked Salmon
Quabbin ReservoirIn season
- Season opens
- Apr 15
- Season closes
- Oct 31
Quabbin Reservoir season is set by DCR; generally opens 3rd Saturday of April and closes after 3rd Saturday of October. Confirm exact dates at mass.gov/dcr/quabbinfish before fishing.
Wachusett ReservoirIn season
- Season opens
- Apr 1
- Season closes
- Nov 30
Wachusett Reservoir season is set by DCR; generally opens 1st Saturday of April and closes November 30. Confirm exact dates at mass.gov/dcr/wachusettfish before fishing.
Massachusetts statewideOpen year-round
- Season opens
- Jan 1
- Season closes
- Dec 31
- Daily bag
- 2 fish/day
- Min size
- 15"
Smallmouth Bass
Massachusetts statewideOpen
- Status
- Permitted
- Daily bag
- 5 fish/day
- Min size
- 12"
Open year-round. 12" minimum, 5 fish bag combined.
All Species
Quabbin Reservoir And Its Tributary Streams Within The Quabbin ReservationClosed
- Status
- Closed
Except during this open season, Quabbin Reservoir and its tributary streams within the Quabbin Reservation are closed to fishing.
FAQ
Who regulates fishing on Quabbin Reservoir?
DFW / DMF regulates fishing on Quabbin Reservoir.
What species can I target on Quabbin Reservoir?
Quabbin Reservoir is best known for lake trout, smallmouth bass, landlocked salmon. Other species are present and tracked in the rule tables below.
Where should I verify these rules?
These rules summarize DFW / DMF's published content. Always confirm with the official source before keeping a catch.
Reference only. Regulations change mid-season. Always verify with the official source before keeping a catch.