Webster Lake

Lake Chargoggagoggmanchauggagoggchaubunagungamaugg is purportedly the second longest place name in the world. The Nipmuck Indian title is popularly translated as You fish on your side, I’ll fish on my side and nobody will fish in the middle.”It is the largest natural lake in southern New England at 1,442 acres with its deepest point at 45 feet. It originates as three spring-fed ponds that are joined by narrow channels. Webster Lake is noted for its clarity, with waters transparent to a depth of fifteen feet and is home to at least seventeen species of fish including American eel, smallmouth bass, and yellow bullheads. It is also stocked with brood salmon.Just a few turns off Route 395, access the lake from Memorial Beach Park on Memorial Beach Dr. During the summer there is a fee for parking.”

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Booklovers’ Gourmet

Your local, independent bookstore, coffeehouse, gift shop and art gallery since 1995. Monthly events include author signings, book discussions and writers groups. Large Selection of childrens

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Lakeview Marine

Rent a stand-up paddleboard or kayak and paddle some of the 1,442 acres of the largest natural lake in southern New England. Launch from our marina – rentals are available…

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Webster Memorial Beach

Webster Memorial Beach – Rules and regulations apply. Boating/launch and fishing also available here for both town residents and non-residents. Check website for full details. Some fees apply.

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Webster Memorial Beach Walk

Webster Memorial Beach Walk offers 2 paved walks outside of beach area (no fee for parking before beach entrance). At the beach, stroll in the sand. Rules & regulations apply…

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French River – French River Park

Parking for several cars. From the newly constructed boat launch, you can paddle upstream or downstream a short ways. If you head downstream towards Perryville Trace, scout the take-out ahead…

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Webster Lake

Webster Lake ‘s 1,442 acres makes this the largest natural lake in southern New England, 45’ at deepest point. Room for tip-ups or jigs galore. Some seasonal fees.

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