Rose Valley Lake (Pennsylvania) facts for kids
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Rose Valley Lake, looking south from the bridge
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 Rose Valley Lake
Location in Pennsylvania
Rose Valley Lake
Location in the United States
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| Location | Gamble Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania |
| Coordinates | 41°23′19″N 76°59′31″W / 41.38861°N 76.99194°W |
| Type | reservoir |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 389 acres (1.57 km2) |
Rose Valley Lake is a large, human-made lake in Gamble Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It covers about 389 acres (1.57 km2) of water. This lake is a special place for outdoor fun, especially for fishing.
The lake and its fish are looked after by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission. This group makes sure the lake stays healthy. They also make rules for fishing. The state of Pennsylvania owns the lake.
All About Rose Valley Lake
Rose Valley Lake is mainly used for recreational fishing. This means people come here to enjoy catching fish. You can fish at the lake all year round.
Fishing Fun
Fishing is very popular at Rose Valley Lake. You can even go ice fishing in winter. Just be careful, as the ice thickness is not checked by the Fish Commission. Always make sure the ice is safe before you go out.
Many different kinds of fish live in the lake. Some of the most common ones you might catch include:
These fish make Rose Valley Lake a great spot for anglers of all ages.
How to Get There
Rose Valley Lake is easy to find. It is about five miles east of U.S. Route 15 and Pennsylvania Route 14. To reach the lake, you can take Trout Run Mountain Road. Then, turn onto Rose Valley Mountain Road. This will lead you right to the lake.
