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Round Lake
Location of Round Lake in New York, USA.
Location of Round Lake in New York, USA.
Round Lake
Location in New York
Location of Round Lake in New York, USA.
Location of Round Lake in New York, USA.
Round Lake
Location in the United States
Location St. Lawrence County, New York,
United States
Coordinates 44°03′53″N 75°06′12″W / 44.0648°N 75.1033°W / 44.0648; -75.1033
Primary inflows Fish Creek
Primary outflows Fish Creek
Basin countries United States
Surface area 78 acres (0.32 km2)
Average depth 16 feet (4.9 m)
Max. depth 42 feet (13 m)
Shore length1 1.3 miles (2.1 km)
Surface elevation 1,342 feet (409 m)
Islands 1
Settlements Kalurah, New York
1 Shore length is not a well-defined measure.

Round Lake is a beautiful lake found in St. Lawrence County, New York, in the United States. It is located southeast of a small community called Kalurah. This lake is a great spot for nature lovers and those interested in fishing.

About Round Lake

Round Lake is a natural body of water in upstate New York. It gets its water from Fish Creek, which also carries water out of the lake. This means Fish Creek flows both into and out of Round Lake.

Lake Size and Depth

The lake covers an area of about 78 acres (which is roughly the size of 59 football fields!). It has a shoreline that stretches for about 1.3 miles. The average depth of Round Lake is around 16 feet, but in its deepest spot, it goes down to about 42 feet. The lake sits high up, at an elevation of 1,342 feet above sea level. It also has one small island.

What Lives in Round Lake?

Round Lake is home to different kinds of fish. The main types you can find here are brook trout and black bullhead. These fish make the lake a popular place for fishing.

How to Visit Round Lake

You can reach Round Lake in a couple of ways. One way is by following an old railroad bed from the west side. Another path is a trail that comes from a place called Aldric, located to the east of the lake. These paths help people explore and enjoy the natural beauty of Round Lake.

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