Gardner Lake Boat Launch
Salem
A 3 to 4 foot drawdown will commence on or about October 25, 2025. The drawdown will be managed until February 25, 2026 to allow the lake to naturally refill before the start of the spring recreational season. Please note: With any drawdown and refill periods, there are risks that the desired level and refill may not be achieved within the timeframes due to weather events and conditions.
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
Site Sketch of the Gardner Lake Boat Launch
| Type: | Trailered |
|---|---|
| Season: | Year round |
| Address: | 126 Old Colchester Road, Salem |
| Directions: | Located east off Route 354 in Salem just north of Route 82. |
| Lake Area: | 529 Acres |
| Regulations: | 6 MPH limit from sunset to 8 am. |
| Fishing Regulations: | Freshwater Fishing Guide (ct.gov) |
| Docks: | Fixed Concrete |
| Toilets: | Chemical (Seasonal) |
| Parking Spaces: | 54 |
| Parking Surface: | Paved |
| Access Road Surface: | Paved |
| Ramp Surface: | Concrete Slab |
| ADA Accessible: | Yes |
| Additional Info: | 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 on September 10, 2025