Harding Lake facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Harding Lake |
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View from boat launch, in a lagoon at the State Recreation Area
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 Harding Lake
Location in Alaska
Harding Lake
Location in North America
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| Coordinates | 64°25′21″N 146°51′16″W / 64.42250°N 146.85444°W |
| Primary inflows | 3 small, unnamed creeks |
| Primary outflows | 1 unnamed creek |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 887.2 ha (2,192.3 acres) |
| Max. depth | 43.0 m (141.1 ft.) |
| Shore length1 | 11.9 km (7.4 mi.) |
| Surface elevation | 218 m (715 ft.) |
| Frozen | late autumn to late spring |
| Settlements | Harding-Birch Lakes, Salcha |
| 1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure. | |
Harding Lake is a beautiful lake located in the Fairbanks North Star Borough in Interior Alaska. It is a popular spot for outdoor activities and relaxation. Before it was known as Harding Lake, it had another name: Salchaket Lake. The lake was renamed after President Warren G. Harding, who visited Alaska shortly before he passed away. You can easily reach the lake by using the Richardson Highway.
What Fish Live in Harding Lake?
Harding Lake is home to many different kinds of fish. Some fish are native, meaning they have always lived there. Others are stocked, which means they are put into the lake by people.
You can find a variety of fish species here, including:
- Arctic char
- Burbot
- Arctic grayling
- Northern pike
- Several types of salmon
- Different trout species
If you enjoy fishing, it is always a good idea to check the latest rules. You can find these rules from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game before you start fishing. This helps make sure everyone follows the guidelines.
Fun at Harding Lake State Recreation Area
Harding Lake is also home to the Harding Lake State Recreation Area. This is a large park that covers about 325 acres (131.5 hectares). It is a great place for families and friends to enjoy nature.
The recreation area offers many features for visitors:
- A big campground where you can set up tents or park RVs.
- A boat launch, which is a special ramp for putting boats into the water.
- Facilities for sports and other outdoor games.
This park is one of the oldest parts of the Alaska State Park system. It was created in 1967, even before the official state park network was fully set up. This shows how important and loved Harding Lake has been for a long time!
