Harveys Lake, Glacial reservoir in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, USA.
Harveys Lake extends across 621 acres of water surface, reaching depths over 100 feet and surrounded by steep hills rising 410 feet above water level.
Benjamin Harvey discovered the lake in 1781 while returning from captivity as a prisoner of war, leading to subsequent settlement in the late 18th century.
The Grand Hotel Oneonta attracted numerous visitors, including President Theodore Roosevelt in 1912, establishing the lake as a prominent summer resort destination.
An 8.2-mile two-lane Lakeside Drive encircles the water body, providing access to multiple boathouses, beaches, restaurants, and boat launch facilities.
The lake stands as Pennsylvania's largest natural lake by volume, functioning as the source of Harveys Creek, a tributary of the Susquehanna River.
Location: Pennsylvania
Location: Luzerne County
GPS coordinates: 41.36500,-76.04200
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:34
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