Cedar Lake (Morris County, New Jersey) facts for kids
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A Gazebo on Cedar Lake.
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 Cedar Lake
Location in New Jersey
Cedar Lake
Location in the United States
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| Location | New Jersey |
| Coordinates | 40°54′40″N 74°28′23″W / 40.9111048°N 74.4729616°W |
| Type | reservoir |
Cedar Lake is a beautiful lake in Denville Township, Morris County, New Jersey, USA. It's a private community where people live and enjoy the lake. The lake covers about 99 acres (40 hectares). A group called the Cedar Lake Property Owners has been taking care of the lake and its surrounding land (about 320 acres or 1.3 square kilometers) since 1925.
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History of Cedar Lake
Cedar Lake started as a small, natural lake fed by springs. Long ago, people used the lake as an ice factory. They would cut and sell the frozen ice during winter. To get more ice, a dam was built, which made the lake bigger.
From Ice Factory to Summer Resort
In 1906, the lake was known by other names like Cranberry Lake or Silver Lake. A company called Cedar Lake Park, Inc. bought it. They wanted to turn it into a fun summer resort. They built cabins, lodges, and camps for visitors. Many rich people from New York came to vacation here on weekends. Even famous baseball player Babe Ruth stayed at a house on the lake's west side!
Becoming a Community
Cedar Lake Park, Inc. eventually changed ownership in 1924. The Cedar Lake Property Owners (CLPO) group was formed and took over the lake and its land. As roads and transportation improved, more houses were built around the lake. Today, over 300 families live in the Cedar Lake Community, making it a lively place all year round.
Fun Activities at Cedar Lake
Cedar Lake is a great spot for many outdoor activities. People enjoy swimming, fishing, and ice skating here. You can also use non-motorized boats, like kayaks or canoes.
Beaches and Clubhouse
The lake has two sandy beaches and a floating dock. These are very popular, especially in the summer. The Cedar Lake Community Club (CLCC) has a clubhouse for all members. It offers a tennis court, a basketball court, and a playground. The club also organizes many fun events for the community.
Hub Lakes Sports Competition
Cedar Lake is part of a local sports group called Hub Lakes. This group includes other nearby communities like Lake Valhalla and Lake Arrowhead. Hub Lakes organizes friendly competitions between the lakes. Kids and adults can compete in sports like:
- Bowling
- Diving
- Golf
- Horseshoes
- Roller hockey
- Softball
- Swimming
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Track & field
- Volleyball
