Lake Lillinonah Boat Launch
Bridgewater
There will be a traffic detour on the Rt 133 Bridge to facilitate the filming of "Summer House" movie that may impact access to the boat launch on Tuesday, June 11th from 9am to 5pm.
HYDRILLA IS RAPIDLY SPREADING THROUGHOUT CT AND HAS BEEN RECENTLY FOUND IN THIS WATERBODY. It grows quickly and forms dense patches. It can displace native plants, impact fish and wildlife habitat, and interfere with boating, paddling and fishing.
Help Stop the Spread of Hydrilla
Note: Candlewood Lake is subject to seasonal and periodic water level fluctuations.
When available, additional information will be posted here or contact FirstLight Power Resources (FirstLight), the owner and operator of the Rocky River hydroelectric power station at (888-417-4837) for more information.
Site Sketch of the Lake Lillinonah Boat Launch
| Type: | Trailered |
|---|---|
| Season: | Year-round |
| Address: | 199 Main Street South, Bridgewater |
| Directions: | On north shore of lake on east side of Route 133. |
| Lake Area: | 1,547 Acres |
| Regulations: | Vessels are prohibited from approaching within 300 feet on upstream side or 1,500 feet on downstream side of Shepaug Dam. Vessels are prohibited from approaching within 300 feet downstream of the Bleachery Dam. 45 MPH limit daytime, 25 MPH from 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise. |
| Fishing Regulations: | Freshwater Fishing Guide (ct.gov) |
| Docks: | Floating Wood (Seasonal) |
| Toilets: | Chemical (Seasonal) |
| Parking Spaces: | 50 |
| Parking Surface: | Paved |
| Access Road Surface: | Paved |
| Ramp Surface: | Concrete Slab |
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ADA Accessible: Additional Info: |
Yes
Schedule of Marine Events and Fishing Tournaments (ct.gov), (Note: tournaments are not open to the general public) |
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Content Last Updated January 3, 2024.