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Owasco Lake
Lake
Serene lake offering swimming, fishing & boating opportunities in a scenic locale.
What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Yellow Perch, Walleye, Alewife and 2 more species.
5 fish species in 16 public records within 2 km of Owasco Lake since 2000.
- Yellow Perch Perca flavescens4 records · 2003
- Walleye Sander vitreus4 records · 2003
- 3 records · 2016
- Smallmouth Bass Micropterus dolomieu3 records · 2003
- 2 records · 2001
Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the Seneca 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 (Multistate Aquatic Resources Information System - MARIS - Fish, GBIF dataset). Common names: USGS NAS. 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 Owasco Lake?
- Owasco Lake is a lake in New York.
- Can you swim at Owasco Lake?
- There is no fixed answer for Owasco Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Owasco Lake in New York. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Owasco Lake rated?
- Owasco Lake in New York has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 69 reviews.
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Location & Contact
New York
New York None
🏞️ 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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