Lake Como, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Lake Como, Pennsylvania
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| Village of Lake Como | |
| Nickname(s):
Como
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 Lake Como, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Lake Como, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| U.S. Congressional District | 10 |
| County | Wayne |
| School District | Wayne Highlands Region I |
| Magisterial District | 22-3-04 |
| Townships | Buckingham Preston |
| Named for | Lake Como, Italy |
| Elevation | 1,519 ft (463 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern Daylight (EDT)) |
| ZIP code |
18437
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| Area code(s) | 570 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1178772 |
| FIPS code | 42-127-62600-40968 |
Lake Como is a small village located in Wayne County, Pennsylvania. It is part of both Buckingham and Preston Townships.
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History of Lake Como
This charming village gets its name from a famous lake far away. It is named after Lake Como in Italy.
Life in Lake Como Village
Lake Como is home to about 20 to 30 houses. These homes are found right along the lake's edge. Some people live here all year long. Others visit just for vacations.
Fun Things Near Lake Como
Around Lake Como, you can find several popular summer camps. These include Camp Nesher, Camp Lohikan, Camp Wayne, and Camp Morasha. There are also some interesting local spots. These landmarks are known as "The Fort," "The Rock Wall," and "Endless LW."
Lake Como's Amazing Wildlife
The private lake at Lake Como is full of different kinds of fish. You can find bass and chain pickerel here. There are also walleye, perch, and blue-gills. Other fish include crappies, sun-fish, and bullheads. Besides fish, the lake is home to other creatures. You might see turtles, snakes, and frogs. Freshwater mussels also live in the lake.
