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
East Branch Clarion River Lake
Elk County, Pennsylvania · 1,160 acres (1.8 sq mi)
Level 1645 ft, calm this morning.
About East Branch Clarion River Lake
East Branch Clarion River Lake is a reservoir in Elk County, Pennsylvania, covering 1,160 acres. East Branch Clarion River Lake Dam holds it back on the East Branch Clarion River. East Branch Clarion River Lake lies within the Allegheny National Forest and is one of the few Pennsylvania lakes stocked with lake trout.
It stretches about 4 miles end to end with roughly 16.1 miles of shoreline. At about 1,640 ft above sea level, it follows the seasons of the region. Johnsonburg is about 6.3 miles southwest.
- Size
- 1,160 acres (1.8 sq mi)
- Shoreline
- About 16.1 miles
- End to end
- About 4 miles
- Elevation
- About 1,640 ft
- Type
- Reservoir
- Dam
- East Branch Clarion River Lake Dam, East Branch Clarion River
- County
- Elk County
The lake from above
Best fishing times
Saturday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 8 mph
- 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 10 mph
Sunday Good
- 6:30 am – 8:45 amsunrise · wind 7 mph
- 4:15 pm – 5:30 pm bestsunset, moon overhead · wind 8 mph
Based on sun and moon times and the wind forecast. A guide, not a promise. The app shows the whole week.
Fish in East Branch Clarion River Lake
The fish here: walleye, smallmouth bass, muskie, trout and lake trout.
- Walleye
- Smallmouth bass
- Muskie
- Trout
- Lake trout
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
No clear reading right now. Narrow or small lakes often have none; the weather and bite times below still apply.
Water level
7-day trend: not enough daily readings yet.
Latest reading .
Ice
No clear view of the ice yet
Ice thickness is an estimate from air temperature, not a measurement. Check the ice yourself before going on it.
Weather and wind
Sunrise 7:01 am · sunset 4:55 pm · waxing crescent moon (lake time).
Towns and places to stay near East Branch Clarion River Lake
- Johnsonburgabout 6.3 mi southwest
- Saint Marysabout 9.1 mi south
- Ridgwayabout 12 mi southwest
- Kaneabout 13 mi west
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Questions about East Branch Clarion River Lake
What fish are in East Branch Clarion River Lake?
East Branch Clarion River Lake holds walleye, smallmouth bass, muskie, trout and lake trout. Check the state fish and wildlife agency for stocking and limits.
How deep is East Branch Clarion River Lake?
We have no published depth for this lake. The 3-D view gives an estimated shape of the bed: where the deep basin and the drop-offs are. Not for navigation.
How big is East Branch Clarion River Lake?
1,160 acres, with about 16.1 miles of shoreline.
What town is near East Branch Clarion River Lake?
Johnsonburg is about 6.3 miles southwest; Saint Marys is about 9.1 miles south.
Is the water warm enough to swim in East Branch Clarion River Lake?
Check the water temperature on this page before you go: under 70°F feels cold to most swimmers, and under 60°F cold-water shock is a real risk.
East Branch Clarion River Lake on your phone
The whole week of bite times, lake alerts and the 3-D view, every morning.
