By John Lindell
Lake Ontario is the smallest of the Great Lakes but still has a surface area of 7,340 square miles. The average depth of this 193 x 53-mile body of water is 283 feet, with one point having been measured at 802 feet deep. The 14th largest of the world's lakes, Lake Ontario has over 700 miles of shoreline.
New York State borders the lake on the south, with the Canadian province of Ontario to its north.
Fishing
There are numerous fishing charters that anglers can hire on Lake Ontario. King salmon, coho salmon, steelhead, brown trout and lake trout are just some of the most targeted species of game fish that can be caught in the lake.
Lighthouses
There are many lighthouses located on the shores surrounding Lake Ontario, such as the Gibraltar Point Lighthouse in Toronto. Many are available for public tours and are still in operation.
Toronto
Canada's largest city, Toronto, is located on the northwestern shore of Lake Ontario. The city is home to 2.5 million citizens and is considered to be among the world's greatest financial centers and is home to several museums and art galleries.
Waterfalls
The watershed around Lake Ontario contains a number of impressive waterfalls, none more majestic than Niagara Falls near Buffalo, New York. Other falls include the Devil's Punchbowl in Hamilton, Ontario and the 134-foot high Tews Falls in the same region.
Activities
Boating of every kind, swimming, hiking and other activities are popular on and around Lake Ontario. Ports like Oswego Harbor and Mexico Bay on the southern shore of the lake offer boat and cabin rentals to vacationers.
Resources
About the Author:
John Lindell has written articles for "The Greyhound Review" and various other online publications. A Connecticut native, his work specializes in sports, fishing and nature. Lindell worked in greyhound racing for 25 years.
