Are boats allowed on Lake Auburn?
Yes, some boats are allowed, such as small recreational boats, canoes, and certain kayaks. Personal watercraft are not allowed. Also restricted from use on the Lake are sailboats and boats with onboard toilet facilities and/or sleeping quarters. Top of page Why is Lake Auburn closed to swimming? Lake Auburn has a strict No Body Contact Rule with fines as high as $2,500 for any violation. This helps us to ensure the highest quality water possible. Although boating is allowed within certain areas, petroleum products like gas and oil tend to float on the surface and evaporate quickly. However, bacteria and viruses that may be present from human contact are much more evasive and persistent, and therefore much more likely to cause potential contamination. Top of page Is there any public access to Lake Auburn? Yes. There is a public boat launch off Route 4 in Auburn. This is the only public access point. The boat launch has a gated access, and the gates are open from sunrise to sunset from i
