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Blue Lake

Introduction

Blue Lake

Blue Lake, also called Sterling Forest Lake, is located inside Sterling Forest State Park. Blue Lake is stocked annually with 780 brown trout and 800 rainbow trout. Blue Lake has a nice boat launch and provides anglers with a good opportunity at catching some fish.

Physical Features

Elevation: 650 feet
Surface Area: 115 acres
Shore Length: 2.3 miles
Max Depth: 26 feet

Special Regulations

Special fishing regulations exist for Blue Lake. Please review your fishing regulations guide for details.

Access

Provided by Palisades Interstate Park Commission (PIPC). Located off of Beech Rd. Both a PIPC and Sterling Forest boat permit are required. No gas motors. For more information call 845-351-5907

Fish Species Present

Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Largemouth Bass, Chain Pickerel and Panfish.