Downey Duck Crooked Creek Lake

Nestled among the rolling hills of western Pennsylvania, Crooked Creek Lake is an ideal setting for year round outdoor activities. Located only 30 miles northeast of Pittsburgh, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you to discover the scenic beauty of the lake and surrounding countryside at the Crooked Creek project.

Diving is permitted at Crooked Creek in limited areas.

Check in at the park office prior to entering the water.

Please Note:

  • DIVERS MUST SHOW DIVE FLAG

What To See

Crooked Creek Lake is host to many species of fish. Largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, walleye, muskellunge, yellow perch, crappie, bullhead, and carp inhabit the lake. The lake supports an excellent population of largemouth bass. It is also known for its good panfish fishery, including crappie, bluegill, and brown bullhead.

The average depth of the lake is about 15 feet and the maximum depth is about 43 feet.

How to Get There

From Pittsburgh

Rates

There is no "entry fee" to dive the lake.

Local Contacts

Crooked Creek Lake - Resource Manager 
Address: RD #3, Box 323A, Ford City, 
PA 16226-8815. Phone: (724) 763-3161 . Daily Lake Information: (724) 
763-2764..

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