Muskellunge Lake
Muskellunge Lake
Muskellunge Lake Association
Muskellunge Lake is a private lake located near Oxbow, NY. Approximately 75% if the lake’s watershed is forested. Muskellunge Lake is well known for its fishing and Native American history.
Fish Species
Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Northern Pike, Black Crappie, Bluegill, Brown Bullhead, Catfish, Sunfish, Walleye, and Yellow Perch
Invasive Species
Aquatic: Eurasian Watermilfoil
Lake Statistics
Wildlife & Water Quality Reports
Muskellunge Lake has not participated in the Citizens Statewide Lake Assessment Program (CSLAP) so there is no water quality data available to the public. CSLAP volunteers are lake residents who collect samples and gather data to gain a better understanding of the ecology of their lake.
History
Muskellunge Lake is named for the large game fish that were at one time plentiful in its cool waters. The name fit well, but it could have been called Indian Lake for it was on Muskellunge Lake’s sandy shore that George Sheley discovered an Indian tomb enclosed by flat stones.
From that tomb he took some 1,600 arrowheads, as well as other articles, belonging probably to the Indian chief who was buried there. Just off the banks of the Indian River, and just below this lake, are the Indian gardens and one of the finest Indian potholes to be found in the east is cut into granite rocks there.
The Pothole is located on the lake and the two examples of Native American artifacts were found in this region by George Sheley, who spent a great deal of time exploring and excavating Muskellunge and Red Lake.
Lake Uses
Muskellunge Lake is a private lake.
Gene’s Camp is located on Muskellunge Lake. They provide accommodations and a boat launch.
Membership
Muskellunge Lake Association
Places to Expore
Located in Upstate New York near the Thousand Islands Region, this area is a haven for natural beauty, recreation, and wildlife.
Visit the Indian River Lakes region to hike, paddle, and connect with an incredible community.
