Connecticut Water Trails Association
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Connecticut Water Trails Program Connecticut Water Trails Middlesex County East Haddam Bashan Lake
Site Location:
Basic Information:
The lake is natural in origin, but the surface has been raised by a masonry and earthen dam. Bashan Lake receives water from several small streams, and from ground water that enters through the lake bottom. Water flowing out of the lake enters Moodus Reservoir, located to the northeast. In addition to the shallow launch conditions, boats must navigate a narrow, risky channel before entering Bashan Lake. The shoreline and all islands in Bashan Lake are privately owned.
Water Type: Fresh Season: Site Contact Information:
Longitude 72.412499 ºW Latitude 41.490655 ºN
Location Map:
USGS Quadrangle: Deep River
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Site Description: Environment:
Additional Info:
Bashan Lake in East Haddam is a nice location for a half day paddle trip, especially early morning or later in the day. There are homes around the lake and small power boats, but mainly from the locals. Excellent ramp for put in at the end of a winding road that is half unpaved. Lack of visibility from main road keeps lake traffic to a minimum.
The Lake is clean. Circle of the lake takes plus or minus two hours
depending on how long you want to linger around the several small
islands.
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