Lake Maspenock in Middlesex and Worcester Counties, Massachusetts
Lake Maspenock in Middlesex and Worcester Counties, Massachusetts
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Lake Maspenock in Middlesex and Worcester Counties, Massachusetts
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Lake Maspenock, also known as North Pond, is a historic 234-acre raised great pond situated in the towns of Hopkinton (Middlesex County), Upton (Worcester County), and Milford (Worcester County) in south-central Massachusetts. With a maximum depth of 26 feet and an average depth of approximately eight feet, this man-made reservoir was created through dam construction in 1833 and raised to its current level in 1901, expanding from its original 30-40 acre natural state to serve the burgeoning mill industries downstream. The lake stretches approximately two miles in length from north to south with a maximum width of about 2,000 feet, positioned at the headwaters of the Mill River, which eventually flows into the historic Blackstone River and onward to the Atlantic Ocean. The name "Maspenock" derives from the Nipmuc Nation dialect of Eastern Algonquin, written as MASSIBENOKIK, meaning "The Waters At The Base Of The Great Hill," referencing the steep rise of Peppercorn Hill on the Upton shoreline. Located just three-quarters of a mile west of Interstate 495 in Hopkinton, the lake is highly accessible to the Greater Boston area, positioned about 26 miles west of Boston and making it a desirable destination for those seeking proximity to both urban amenities and natural recreation. The lake bottom is composed primarily of muck and mud with scattered rocky structure including rubble and occasional fallen trees, while aquatic vegetation ranges from moderate to abundant throughout the waterbody
Lake Maspenock offers excellent year-round fishing opportunities with the Native American name literally meaning "choice fishing place," and the lake has maintained its reputation as a premier angling destination for centuries. The fertile waters support abundant populations of white and yellow perch known for their large average size, along with fair numbers of impressive largemouth bass, chain pickerel, and black crappie. A unique highlight for Massachusetts anglers is the lake's fairly common population of white catfish in the three-to-six pound range, a species found in relatively few Bay State waters. Ice fishing attracts devoted anglers in droves during winter months, though conditions can vary dramatically from fishless days to exciting action when multiple tip-ups stay constantly busy. Public access is provided at an undeveloped site owned by the Public Access Board on the south side of West Main Street between the northern causeways, with parking for approximately eight vehicles and launching limited to car-top boats and canoes. Hopkinton maintains Sandy Island Beach off Lakeshore Drive for resident access requiring a town sticker. The Lake Maspenock Preservation Association actively works to build community around the lake and protect it for future generations, maintaining one of Massachusetts' most comprehensive lake association websites. The association collaborates with the town on weed management techniques including winter draw-down programs to control aquatic vegetation. With its heavily developed shorelines featuring year-round homes, proximity to the Boston Marathon's starting point in Hopkinton center, and easy highway access via I-495, Lake Maspenock serves as a recreational hub for residents and visitors seeking fishing, boating, swimming, and the timeless appeal of New England lake living
Dimensions:
Small: 8"x12"
Medium: 12"x18"
Large: 16"x24"
Extra Large: 20"x30"
XX Large: 24"x36"
Gigantic 30"x45"
Cribbage Boards - 10"x14" - Your choice of Maple or Cherry wood, 2 or 3 runs, and your choice of peg colors.
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About our Maps
Every map is designed and built in Minnesota. Nothing is outsourced and nothing is imported.
- Designed in-house. All art files are created by me, not purchased or reused
- True layered 3D construction. Not engraved or printed
- More layers, more detail. Most competitors use 3 to 7 layers. These use 8 or 15 layers
- Original blue depth gradient. Light to dark blue shows water depth clearly
- Handmade hardwood frames. Built from locally sourced rough sawn lumber, not pre-made frames
These are built to be the most accurate and most detailed 3D lake maps available.
Horn Dog Maps vs Others
True layered 3D construction
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: Sometimes
Designed in-house (no purchased files)
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Made in Minnesota
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Number of layers
Horn Dog Maps: 8 or 15
Other Companies: 3 to 7
Etsy Sellers: 3 to 7
Blue depth gradient water
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Handmade hardwood frame included
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Uses multiple depth data sources
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: Sometimes
Etsy Sellers: No
Custom lakes without delays
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Connection to the lakes
Horn Dog Maps: Yes
Other Companies: No
Etsy Sellers: No
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these actually 3D or just engraved?
These are true 3D layered maps.
- Made from 1/8 inch Baltic birch
- Standard maps have 8 layers. 1 land layer and 7 water layers
- HD maps have 15 layers. 1 land layer and 14 water layers
Each water layer uses a light to dark blue gradient so depth changes are easy to see.
Where are these made?
Everything is made in my shop in Minnesota.
- Design
- Cutting
- Painting
- Assembly
- Frame building
The frames start as locally sourced rough sawn hardwood and are built from scratch.
Do you use real depth data?
Yes, as an angler and map nerd, accuracy matters to me. I use multiple data sources, up to six, to find the most accurate lake contours available.
I would not hang an inaccurate map in my house and I will not send one to yours.
Why buy from Horn Dog Maps instead of Etsy or marketplace sellers?
Most marketplace sellers:
- Buy pre-made cut files, often from overseas
- Have no connection to the lakes
- Cannot verify accuracy
- Have long delays if a file is not available
This leads to lower accuracy and longer lead times, often 6 to 8 weeks.
Because I design everything myself:
- I can create a new lake mockup in about 30 minutes
- You get a more accurate map, faster
What is your lead time?
Most orders ship in 1.5 to 2 weeks depending on the time of year.
Tell me about the Cribbage Boards
These are different from the layered maps and are not something you will find elsewhere.
- Made from a solid piece of Maple or Cherry
- The lake is engraved as if drained
- Then filled with blue tinted epoxy that is still transparent
You can see:
- Channels
- Humps
- Points
- Structure
Additional features:
- 2 or 3 track options
- Choice of peg colors
- Hidden peg storage with a magnetic dovetail slider
- Rubber feet so it does not slide on the table
It is a functional game board and a detailed lake model in one.