Chestnut Hill Reservoir
Chestnut Hill Reservoir is a lake in Massachusetts. Most people come here for Smallmouth Bass, Muskellunge and Largemouth Bass.
Best day to fish
The bite over the next days, scored at dusk. Based on the weather forecast, so it is guidance, not guarantees.
Conditions right now
Water temperature is an estimate based on weather and season.
Best times today
Local time at the spot, from the most likely species' daily rhythm.
Feeding times today
Solunar times are a traditional guide based on the moon's position, separate from the live ranking above. Local time at the spot.
Next hours
Likely catch now (17 species)
About the fishing here
Anglers here regularly land Smallmouth Bass, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Brook Trout, Northern Pike and Rainbow Trout.
Smallmouth Bass fishing is usually best around May-Jun, Sep-Oct. The best windows are usually dawn and dusk.
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Napp ranks the species above from the live weather, water temperature, season and time of day, so the order changes through the day.
Guides for this water
Tips right now
Fishing permit
A state fishing license is required to fish here. Licenses are issued by each state:
About this water
Chestnut Hill Reservoir is a reservoir located in the Chestnut Hill section of Boston, Massachusetts. It was created in 1870 on existing marshes and meadowland to supplement the city’s water needs. A 1.56 mile jogging loop abuts the reservoir. Chestnut Hill Reservoir was taken offline in 1978 as it was no longer needed for regular water supply distribution, but is maintained in emergency backup status. It is recognized today on the National Register of Historic Places and was designated as a Boston Landmark by the Boston Landmarks Commission in 1989.
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Common questions
What fish can you catch at Chestnut Hill Reservoir?
The usual catches here are Smallmouth Bass, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Brook Trout, Northern Pike, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout and Striped Bass.
Do you need a fishing license at Chestnut Hill Reservoir?
Yes. A state fishing license is required; see the link on this page for the state's rules.
When is the best time to fish Chestnut Hill Reservoir?
For Smallmouth Bass, the fishing tends to peak around May-Jun, Sep-Oct. The best windows are usually dawn and dusk.
What is biting at Chestnut Hill Reservoir right now?
Right now Smallmouth Bass is the most likely catch, at about 14%.