The lakes in PA in the PA wilds and north central region of the state offer fishing and boating opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast.
The Allegheny River runs through a good portion of this region down to the Pittsburgh PA area.
Water skiiers can enjoy various skiing opportunities in this area of Pennsylvania.
In winter, you’ll love the gorgeous views of the frozen water as it turns to sparkling crystal glass that dances in the sun.
Take in the serenity and peacefulness of the water in winter.
Allegheny River
Allegheny County
Armstrong County PA
Clarion County PA
Forest County
Potter County PA
Venango County PA
Warren County
At “The Point” in Pittsburgh, it meets the Monongahela River and forms the Ohio River.
Warren, Forest and Venango counties give the Allegheny River its “Wild and Scenic River” distinction.
- Canoeing
- Fishing
- Rowboating
- Sailboating
- Kayaking
Beechwood Lake
Harrison Valley PA, Tioga County PA
- 67 acres
- Fishing
- Boating – 1 launch
C. F. Walker Lake
Snyder County PA
- 239 acres
- Fishing
- Boating – 1 launch
Cowanesque Lake
Tioga PA
- 1,085 acres
- Swimming
- Boating
East Branch Lake & Dam
Elk State Park
Wilcox PA 15870
- 1160 acres
- Fishing
- Boating – 1 launch
- Water skiing
- Ice fishing
- Ice boating
George B. Stevenson Reservoir
Sinnemahoning State Park
Cameron and Potter Counties
Emporium PA 16720
- 142 acres
- Fishing
- Boating – 1 launch
- Ice fishing
Halfway Lake
RB Winter State Park
Union County PA
- Fishing
- Swimming Memorial Day to Labor Day
- Ice Fishing
Hills Creek Lake
Hills Creek State Park
Tioga County
Open all year
- Fishing
- Ice fishing
- Boating – small sailboats, canoes
- Boat launch
- Swimming Memorial Day to Labor Day
Kettle Creek Reservoir
Kettle Creek State Park
Clinton County
Open all year
- Boating – 1 launch
- Sailing
- Fishing
- Swimming Memorial Day to Labor Day
Kettle Creek
Ole Bull State Park
Potter County
Open year round
- Fishing
- Swimming Memorial Day to Labor Day
Lake Augusta
Shikellamy State Park
Union and Northumberland Counties
- Fishing
- Boating
- Boat launch
Lake Nessmuk
Tioga County
- 60 acres
- Fishing
- Boating – 1 launch
Laurel Run Reservoir
St Marys PA 15857
Elk County PA
- Fishing
Little Pine Lake
Little Pine State Park
Open all year
- Boating – 1 launch
- Rentals of paddleboats, canoes, rowboats
- Fishing
- Ice skating
Lyman Lake
Lyman Run State Park
Potter County
Open year round
- Fishing
- Boating – 1 launch
- Swimming Memorial Day to Labor Day
Rose Valley Lake
Lycoming County
- 389 acres
- Fishing
- Boating – 3 launches
Tioga-Hammond Lakes
Tioga PA
- Swimming
- Boating
West Branch Susquehanna River
Runs through the counties of:
- Cambria
Cameron
Centre
Clearfield
Clinton
Indiana
Lycoming
Montour
Potter
Sullivan
Tioga
Union - Kayaking
- Canoeing
- Motor boating
- Fishing
Have fun enjoying the rivers and lakes in PA in the north central Pennsylvania region!