Oneida Lake

With a surface area of 207 km2, Oneida Lake is the biggest lake wholly located in the state of New York. The lake is close to the Great Lakes and is situated northeast of Syracuse. It supplies water to the Oneida River, an outflow of the Oswego River into Lake Ontario. The lake was a vital waterway connecting North America's Atlantic coast to the continent's interior from ancient times until the building of the Erie Canal in 1825.

More than 120 different types of algae can be found in the lake. The lake occasionally experiences algal blooms in warm weather, which is why French Canadians refer to it as "the green lake" or "le lac vert." Drinking the water during these blooms, according to early American immigrants, would give you "lake sickness".

Oneida Lake has an advantage over the other, bigger New York sights. It is the largest lake wholly contained inside the borders of New York State, measuring 21 miles in length. Oneida Lake is a fantastic day trip destination and is just a 30-minute drive from Syracuse, one of the top cities in New York State.

Everything you may anticipate is available at the lake, including skating, boating, swimming, and fishing. Additionally, due to its modest depth, it is a popular summer destination for families.

Location: Oneida / Oswego counties, New York