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Lake Pocotopaug
Connecticut
About this destination
Lake Pocotopaug is a freshwater lake located in the town of East Hampton, Connecticut, in Middlesex County. The lake covers an area of 512 acres and has a maximum depth of 24 feet.
Lake Pocotopaug is a popular destination for boating, fishing, swimming, and other recreational activities. The lake is stocked with fish such as bass, trout, and perch, and there are several public access points and boat launches around the lake.
The lake is also home to several resident camps and recreational facilities, including YMCA Camp Ingersoll, Lakeview Campsites, and the Pocotopaug Outdoor Center. The Lake Pocotopaug Watershed Association works to protect the health and ecology of the lake and its surrounding areas.