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Drag Lake
Drag Lake is located in Ontario
Drag Lake
Drag Lake
Location in Ontario
Location Haliburton County, Ontario
Coordinates 45°04′10″N 78°24′22″W / 45.06944°N 78.40611°W / 45.06944; -78.40611
Lake type Glacial lake
Primary inflows Drag River
Primary outflows Drag River
Basin countries Canada
Surface area 1,003 hectares (2,478 acres)
Max. depth 55 m (180 ft)
Surface elevation 354 m (1,161 ft)
Frozen Mid-December to Late April
Islands (None on lake)
Settlements (None on lake)

Drag Lake is a beautiful glacial lake found in Haliburton County, Ontario, Canada. It's located in the township of Dysart et al, which is in Southern Ontario.

This lake is part of the larger Great Lakes Basin. The main river that flows into Drag Lake, and also flows out of it, is called the Drag River. There's even a dam on the western side of the lake that helps control the water flow.

About Drag Lake

Drag Lake is a pretty big lake, covering about 1,003 hectares (or 2,479 acres). It's also quite deep, reaching a maximum depth of 55 metres (about 180 feet)! The lake is usually frozen from the middle of December until late April, making it a great spot for winter activities.

What Lives in the Lake?

Drag Lake is home to many different kinds of fish. If you enjoy fishing, you might find:

  • Lake trout
  • Largemouth bass
  • Smallmouth bass
  • Rock bass
  • Sunfish
  • Perch
  • Crappie

Who Looks After the Lake?

The people who own property around Drag Lake and nearby Spruce Lake have an association called the Drag and Spruce Lake Property Owners Association. This group helps look after the lake and represents the interests of the people who live there. They work to keep the lake healthy and enjoyable for everyone.

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