Frances Slocum Lake

Frances Slocum Lake is a 165-acre lake located in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It is a popular spot for fishing, boating, picnicking, and swimming. The lake is named after Frances Slocum, a Native American woman who was taken captive as a child and later became known as "Maconaquah." She lived in the area that now surrounds the lake and her story is celebrated in the nearby Frances Slocum State Park. The lake contains a variety of fish species, including bass, walleye, trout, and panfish. It is open to the public for fishing and boating, but swimming is only allowed in designated areas. The lake is surrounded by wooded hills and provides a peaceful and picturesque setting for outdoor recreation.