Loon Lake (Warren County, New York)
Loon Lake | |
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Swimmers and boaters in the lake | |
Location of Loon Lake in New York State | |
Location | Chester, Warren County, New York |
Coordinates | 43°40′46″N 73°51′29″W / 43.67944°N 73.85806°WCoordinates: 43°40′46″N 73°51′29″W / 43.67944°N 73.85806°W |
Type | reservoir |
Primary inflows | (south end of lake) |
Primary outflows | (the dam at the end of the lake) |
Basin countries | United States |
Max. depth | 38 ft (12 m) |
Surface elevation | 900 ft (270 m) |
Islands | Blythewood Island and Rock Island |
Loon Lake is a wishbone-shaped body of water in Warren County, New York. It is located within the Town of Chester, which maintains the beach. Fishing and boating are popular activities. Common fish species within the lake include Pumpkinseed sunfish, Rock bass, Perch, Smallmouth bass, Largemouth bass, Northern pike, Walleye, and Brown bullhead catfish. The lake has its own marina, where you can launch and dock your own boat, or rent one of theirs, such as speedboats, pontoon boats, canoes, and paddle boards. The marina also has its own bait and tackle/quick mart. It's open from May to September. The marina is located off the lakes main road, Marina Road.
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