The lake bed in 3-D: deep basin, drop-offs and shoreline. Shape estimated, not for navigation. Spot 1 (point drop-off) is open for everyone; the other 6 come with LakeScope PRO. Full screen
Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake)
Warren County, Pennsylvania · 12,100 acres (18.9 sq mi)
48°F water, level falling, calm Sunday afternoon.
About Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake)
Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake) spreads over 12,100 acres in Warren County, Pennsylvania. Kinzua Dam holds it back on the Allegheny River. Allegheny Reservoir is impounded by Kinzua Dam, one of the largest dams east of the Mississippi River, and is surrounded by the Allegheny National Forest.
From end to end it runs about 22.3 miles and its shoreline adds up to about 77 miles. At about 1,330 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. It reaches about 130 ft at its deepest. Randolph lies about 7.1 miles to the north.
- Size
- 12,100 acres (18.9 sq mi)
- Deepest
- About 130 ft
- Shoreline
- About 77 miles
- End to end
- About 22.3 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,330 ft
- Type
- Reservoir
- Dam
- Kinzua Dam, Allegheny River
- County
- Warren County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Fair
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 6 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 9 mph
Sunday Good
- 7:00 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 6 mph
- 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 7 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish in Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake)
Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake) holds walleye, muskie, catfish and trout. At 48°F on the surface right now, here is how each one should behave.
- GoodWalleye
Good cool-water bite, best at dusk and after dark.
- GoodMuskie
Fall feed. Big baits along weed edges and breaks.
- SlowCatfish
Cold. Slow, in the deepest holes. Cut bait works best.
- GoodTrout
Good range. Near the surface and along shorelines.
From today's water temperature and the season. A guide, not a promise.
Fishing spots
- 1Point drop-off
The bottom falls away fast off this point; fish rest deep and move up the slope to feed.
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
6 more spots with LakeScope PRO: fish, depth band, water temperature, best time and bait for each.
Picked from the shape of the lake bed. A guide, not a promise.
Water temperature
At the surface, seen .
Water level
Falling 2.0 ft in 7 days.
Latest reading .
Ice
Open water
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:03 am · sunset 4:56 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake)
- Randolphabout 7.1 mi north
- Warrenabout 7.3 mi southwest
- Salamancaabout 7.9 mi northeast
- North Warrenabout 8 mi southwest
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Questions about Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake)
What fish are in Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake)?
Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake) holds walleye, muskie, catfish and trout. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake)?
About 130 ft at the deepest point. The 3-D view shows where the deep water is.
How big is Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake)?
12,100 acres, with about 77 miles of shoreline.
What town is near Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake)?
Randolph is about 7.1 miles north; Warren is about 7.3 miles southwest.
What is the water temperature at Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake) today?
The surface was about 48°F on the latest clear reading. The page updates every day.
Allegheny Reservoir (Kinzua Lake) on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
