Lake Williams is 113 acres of water and land in the heart of the City. The 1.5-mile-long trail loop runs through the shady woods near the lake shore through young woodland and mature stands of trees, across wetlands on boardwalks and provides a view at the top of the hill. The just-over-half-mile of floating boardwalk provides wonderful water views to enjoy. You are invited to walk, hike or run and enjoy the nature the trail provides, and you are encouraged to watch the birds that use the lake for feeding and especially during migration in spring and fall. However, because of the sensitive nature of Lake Williams as a backup water supply, there is no fishing, no pets, and no water access. This will be strictly enforced.
This is watershed land managed by the Marlborough Department of Public Works (DPW) and monitored by both the DPW and the Conservation Commission.
Hours
Dawn to dusk.
Prohibited Activities
There shall be no fishing, dog walking, swimming, or boating. Also prohibited: biking, hunting, motorized vehicles, fires, littering, cutting or removing of trees or plants, and camping.
Directions
The trailhead and parking are located off Lizotte Drive behind the baseball field off Williams Street from Route 20 West Main Street take Williams Street to Lizotte Drive and the first right will be the parking area. You will see a kiosk with a trail map in it. On weekends and non-business hours - after 4:30 PM weekdays, the lower parking lot of the Court House can be used.
Parking
Parking for the lake can be found at two main locations: Lizotte Drive and the Marlborough District Court parking lots. Participants can park along Lizotte Drive during the entire duration of the trail/boardwalk being open. The Marlborough District Court parking lots should only be used after 4:30 pm on weekdays and can be used during the duration of the weekend.