Chautauqua Lake, NY
Chautauqua Lake is a popular inland lake for recreation including boating, sailing, paddle sports and fishing. The lake is 17 miles long and up to 2 miles wide at its widest point. Public boat launches are located at Prendergast Point, Bemus Point, Long Point State Park, Lucille Ball Memorial Park, Mayville Lakeside Park and Lakewood. Learn more about Chautauqua Lake boat launches.
Several marinas offer both speed and power boat rentals, kayak rentals and stand up paddleboard rentals. Anglers travel from all over to participate in walleye, bass and muskellunge fishing tournaments. Guided fishing trips are available. Bassmaster Magazine named Chautauqua Lake the #25 Best Bass Lake in the Northeast (July 2021)
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