Lake Onota, Pittsfield
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Facts and practical information
Lake Onota is located in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. It is 617 acres in area, located entirely in the City of Pittsfield and is owned by it. It is divided into north and south basins due to the old roadway that marked to north end with minimal water exchange between them and empties via Onota Brook which flows southeast into the West Branch of the Housatonic River in Pittsfield. The "cottagers" of the late 19th century and early 20th century built large summer mansions along its shores. ()
Maximum depth: 72 ftElevation: 1073 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°28'35"N, 73°16'2"W
Day trips
Lake Onota – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Pittsfield Cemetery, Hebert Arboretum, Springside Park, Pilgrim Memorial Church and Parish House.