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Quaddick Reservoir

Quaddick State Park, Thompson, ConnecticutLake on Middle Quaddick ReservoirPublic swimming

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Quaddick Reservoir has a public designated swimming area at Quaddick State Park in Thompson.

Water
Lake, Middle Quaddick Reservoir
Swim hours
8 am to sunset, April through September.
Facilities
Swimming area, boat launch, pit toilets
Dogs
No pets on the beach or in swimming areas.
Managed by
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

When you can swim

Open to swimmersClosed to swimmers

Getting there

In Quaddick State Park, 4 miles north of East Putnam and Route 44. The boat-launch address is 678 Quaddick Town Farm Road, Thompson.

41.9545, -71.8217

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Rules to know before you go

  • Swim only in designated areas.
  • Follow posted signs.
  • No pets on the beach or in swimming areas.
  • No alcohol, glass or nudity.

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Questions about Quaddick Reservoir

Can you swim at Quaddick Reservoir?

Yes. Swimming is available in the designated state swimming area at Quaddick State Park. Swim only in the designated area.

Are dogs allowed at Quaddick Reservoir?

No pets on the beach or in swimming areas.

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