Sugar Lake

Sugar Lake is a 96-acre recreational lake located in Crawford County near Cochranton, offering convenient public access via a Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) boat launch. The site is easily reached from PA Route 27 and PA Route 173, making it accessible for day trips and recreational paddling. Kayakers and canoeists will find a calm, contained water body suitable for beginners and casual paddlers.

The lake's outlet forms Lake Creek, which flows into Sugar Creek and eventually connects to the Erie National Wildlife Refuge's Southern Sugar Lake Division—creating opportunities for paddlers interested in exploring downstream creek paddling. The nearby Erie National Wildlife Refuge and Woodcock Creek Lake (333-acre summer pool) offer additional recreation options in the area. Before launching, check current conditions and confirm specific ramp facilities by contacting the PFBC or visiting their website for any amenities, hours, and parking details.