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Oakland Lake
Lake · Oakland Gardens, New York
What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Common Carp, Atlantic Menhaden and Western Mosquitofish.
3 fish species in 9 public records within 2 km of Oakland Lake since 2000.
- 5 records · 2014
- Atlantic Menhaden Brevoortia tyrannus3 records · 2020
- 1 record · 2019
Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the Northern Long Island watershed.
Caught one? Make it a card.Snap your catch in Reelio and collect every species. Free on iPhone.Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (iNaturalist research-grade observations, GBIF dataset). Common names: USGS NAS; GBIF.org (The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species). Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Oakland Lake?
- Oakland Lake is a lake in Oakland Gardens, New York.
- Can you swim at Oakland Lake?
- There is no fixed answer for Oakland Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Oakland Lake in Oakland Gardens, New York. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Oakland Lake rated?
- Oakland Lake in Oakland Gardens, New York has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 1038 reviews.
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🏞️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check for boat launch facilities and fees
- ›Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
- ›Be aware of lake-specific regulations and restrictions
- ›Monitor water quality reports before swimming
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