The lands and waters of the Charles River natural Valley Storage Area offer an important addition to public recreation in Eastern Massachusetts. The lands provide needed open space for passive recreation activities such as bird watching, hiking, canoeing, fishing and cross-country skiing. This is an exceptional setting for natural walking, especially during the fall foliage season when the abundant Red Maples show their crimson colors.

The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife provides annual stocking of trout in the Charles River and its tributary brooks and rivers. In a region of rapid suburban growth, the Charles River Natural Valley Storage Project offers a unique opportunity for continued enjoyment of natural and recreational resources for years to come