Lake Size: 410 acres
Elevation: 1,437 ft.
Lake Activities: Swimming, canoeing, boating (electric motors), sailing, and fishing
Recreation: Hiking, ATV, hunting, snowmobiling, cross country skiing & club activities
Local attractions: The Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, Holiday Mountain Ski Resort, Monticello Racetrack, and the Resort Worlds Casino.
Yankee Lake is a man-made lake, a reservoir that is fed by several streams and springs. The Yankee Lake Preservation Association, inc. (YLPA) maintains the quality of the lake, protects the natural resources and provides activities to its members that builds community spirit. It is within 5 miles of Wurtsboro and Rock Hill for shopping and restaurants.