See more on AllTrails Website: http://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/pennsylvania/ontelaunee-lake-loop Follow the narrow lane as far as you can down the hill. These are a few pictures of Ontelaunee Lake in Leesport, Berks County Pennsylvania. Shoemakersville, Pennsylvania 7/31/2022 Jacob Smith 3.43K subscribers Subscribe 137 views 5 months ago BERKS GRAFFITI BRIDGE This is a video I put together 7/31/2022. Information is provided "as is" without warranty of any 810, No. The road becomes Main Street and heads south on the border between the borough of Schwenksville to the west and Lower Frederick Township to the east, running between wooded neighborhoods to the west and the Perkiomen Creek and Perkiomen Trail to the east. It also starts the paddler out near the many arms and inlets that make Blue Marsh fun to explore. The lakes construction was completed in 1933, making Ontelaunee the largest human-made. You can walk your boat back to the parking area. The route continues into Lower Frederick Township and passes through farmland with some development before it reaches a roundabout at PA29 in the community of Zieglerville. Promoting water safety and physical fitness through paddle sports activities. Known as Section III of the Lehigh Gorge, there are Class I Class II rapids and numerous places to take out. PA 73 was adopted as Legislative Route197, the main route that connected Philadelphia and its northwest suburbs. 3.7K members Join group About Discussion More About Discussion About this group Fishing friends gathering together. [9] During the American Revolutionary War, George Washington's army suffered a defeat at the Battle of Germantown on October4,1777 and had to encamp along the Skippack Pike until October8. Just keep going and turn left when there appears to be a dead-end. What is the MLS number for 6 AND 10 Highway 317293? See American Whitewater write-up here for a detailed description maps of this section. Bridge Considered Historic By Survey: Yes, Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude): 2 stars. Pennsylvania Route73 Alternate Truck were truck routes of PA73 that bypassed a weight-restricted bridge over a branch of the Wissahickon Creek at the PA309 interchange in Oreland, on which trucks over 36 tons and combination loads over 40 tons were prohibited. Go right a short distance and youll find a deep cove on the left. Between the lake and its nearby adventures, there is plenty to do. When you cross the bridge onto Sand Island, turn right and drive under the Hill-to-Hill Bridge and then the low railroad bridge. Birds and ducks of different types are also found around this great lake. 5118 Wilshire Rd, Temple, PA 19560. 7 days. If youre coming across the bridge from Route 145 at Bowmanstown, youll see a small park on the right. Ontelaunee lake is a popular outdoor recreation destination and a popular fishing spot that is reputable for having colossal bass and catfish. 1,148 ft AllTrails 3.7/5 Ontelaunee Lake Loop is a 15.2 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Fleetwood, Pennsylvania that features a lake. Class II and Class III rapids. The route continues past several shopping centers and intersects Bustleton Avenue, at which point it passes southwest of Roosevelt Mall. on Chestnut Street between Bingaman Street and US422 in Reading. 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Head down Evergreen Drive off Route 209 and youll see the gate for the dirt park road. Maindencreek Township Tree on the Lake Author Jay M. Ressler Posted on January 6, 2018 January 8, 2018 Format Gallery Categories Berks County, Black & White, Country, False Color, Ice, Infrared, Lake Ontelaunee, Leesport, Rural, winter Tags Berks County, black and white, Bridge, Frozen Lake, Ice, Lake Ontelaunee, Leesport, Maiden Creek Township, West . There are no facilities at the launch site, but there are public restrooms in the train station. [4][6], At the Laurel Avenue intersection, PA73 becomes Cottman Avenue and turns into a three-lane road with one eastbound lane and two westbound lane that forms the border between the city of Philadelphia in Philadelphia County to the northeast and Cheltenham Township in Montgomery County to the southwest, coming to the entrance to the Fox Chase Cancer Center to the northeast of the road. The second phase of the interchange reconstruction, which lasted from late 2012 to January 2018, reconstructed and widened I-95 in the vicinity of the PA73 interchange, added improvements to surface streets crossing under I-95, and rebuilt the ramps from both directions of I-95 and the ramp to northbound I-95. It was formed in 2019.[35]. . Lake conditions, or whatever is going on at that time. At the southern tip of the borough of Jenkintown, the route turns southeast onto four-lane undivided Township Line Road and forms the border between Abington Township to the northeast and Cheltenham Township to the southwest, passing south of high-rise apartment complexes and heading north of Salus University as it comes to an intersection with PA611 (Old York Road). Predating the Interstate and U.S. Highway Systems, the Skippack Pike, a modern section of the route, served as the primary connector between Philadelphia and the northwest suburbs. Small and unkept, but it's an abandoned bridge, so of course it's going to be that way. Its good for windy days and the best place the practice rolls and rescues. [1] In addition, the lake provides a venue for hunters, fishermen, and hikers. 3777 Dogwood Rd Danielsville, PA 18038. The attraction at Scudders is one wave thats almost always running strongly enough to play on. we saw spongebob and stitch and bill from gravity falls. [33], Pennsylvania Route73 Alternate Truck is a truck route bypassing a weight-restricted bridge over the East Branch Perkiomen Creek near Schwenksville. We have listened closely to public concerns about the tree removals on Highway 34. Marina: NO Reading, Pennsylvania. The route followed New Holland Road north through Bowmansville and Knauers to Reading, where it passed through the city along US222 (Lancaster Avenue), Bingaman Street, Chestnut Street, and US 422 (Perkiomen Avenue). [4][7], The Skippack Pike, a portion of PA73 between Skippack and Bethlehem Pike in Whitemarsh, dates back to 1713, when settlers in Skippack petitioned Philadelphia officials for a road to their community for purposes of hauling grain to the mill in Whitemarsh. Directions Nearby Lake Ontelaunee is a 1,082-acre reservoir in Berks County, Pennsylvania owned by the City of Reading. The only activities you can indulge in around this area include fishing, hunting, hiking, strolling, and the like. The 1,082-acre reservoir was formed in 1926 when Maiden Creek was dammed to form Reading's primary water supply. Dunbars itself is a good place to play and practice technique where the river runs between a pair of bridge pilings next to the parking area. we will meet at the below location for a walking tour of the trails around the lake and the now infamous graffiti bridge.. responsibility of correctly following all applicable laws, rules, and some of the graffiti was cute. There are rudimentary bathrooms on the site. RV Hookups: NEARBY Due to the water's large fish population, many bird species can be found in the area. [4][7][8] The road heads past a mix of homes and businesses, running between the Burholme neighborhood to the northeast and the Lawncrest neighborhood to the southwest. and abutments. The primary coordinates for Lake Ontelaunee Dam places it within the PA 19605 ZIP Code delivery area. The reservoir was determined eligible by PHMC in 1993 as the 1 reviews. Kayaks and canoes can also be launched and retrieved on the beachy area just upstream from the ramp, and carried directly to the parking area on a short but steep path. Team River Runner maintains a sophisticated launch facility for handicapped paddlers at the west access. For a bigger challenge, head to the right. GPS coordinates: Observer(s): Barton Smith, Philip Smith. If you have visited Ontelaunee Lake before, please share your experience with a comment below. While the lake has healthy populations of bass, crappie, catfish, sunfish and perch, boats are not allowed on the lake. The route curves east away from the Perkiomen Creek and runs through a mix of farmland and woodland with some homes to the north of State Correctional Institution Phoenix, curving southeast. Once there, its best to walk your boat upstream about 100 yards and gradually work your way back down and past the parking area. On the outskirts of Reading, PA, Lake Ontelaunee is a 1,100-acre reservoir with unique fishing opportunities. Monitoring location 01470761 is associated with a STREAM in BERKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA. Access to the river itself is by a steep staircase from the lower lot to the water. Home > Pennsylvania > Lakes > Ontelaunee Lake. Nice lake! An airplane and it's contrail above Ontelaunee Lake in Maidencreek Township, PA Monday morning December 20, 2021. You can unload directly onto the grass next to the lake. in Reading with most of the remainder between Reading and Oley becoming unnumbered except along the concurrencies with US222 and US422 Bus. A walk along the lake and an abandoned bridge. HistoricBridges.org does not bear any Also in the 1930s, US422/PA73 was shifted to follow Mineral Spring Road between Reading and Mount Penn. Here are two pictures from this afternoon - The Spillway at Lake Ontelaunee in Leesport, Pennsylvania, and the Graffiti Highway on the other side of the lake. GeoHack (Additional Links and Coordinates), Android: Open Location In Your Map or GPS App, Directions Via Sygic For iOS and Android Dolphin Browser, Historical USGS Topo Maps (United States Only). This is the best place for paddlers new to moving water to practice what theyve learned in the winter pool classes. Here, PA73 continued east along Church Road, Township Line Road, and Cottman Avenue to US1. 6. The Best Summer Fishing For BassSummertime fishing can vary greatly depending on where you are. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 24 min to complete. Around the lakes. First timers will want to go with someone who knows the river. Because of deteriorating bridge conditions they closed off the bridge and local young people turned it into the graffiti highway. Since then, Pennsylvanians have been looking for a new stretch of . View listing photos, review sales history, and use our detailed real estate filters to find the perfect place. beautiful structure that was built in 1928 to cross the newly created The only activities you can indulge in around this area include fishing, hunting, hiking, strolling, and the like. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 22 min to complete. Porta-potty at the upper parking lot. Try this 2.1-km out-and-back trail near Blandon, Pennsylvania. Click here for a Pennsylvania Fishing License. On the outskirts of Reading, PA, Lake Ontelaunee is a 1,100-acre reservoir with unique fishing opportunities. If traveling south on Route 29, keep right where the road splits as you approach the I-95 intersection. There are basic bathroom facilities. Turn right onto Leaser, and then right again when you get to Follweiler Court. Ontelaunee Lake offers a wide variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, Lake Ontelaunee is a historical water body created in 1926 by damming Maiden Creek to extend and improve the citys water supply, which was later rewarded with a meaningful dedication ceremony. It was built Want to report conditions for this trail? The route splits from Bethlehem Pike by heading southeast onto two-lane undivided Church Road, passing suburban neighborhoods and entering Springfield Township. Directions Via Sygic For iOS and Android Dolphin Browser, Historical USGS Topo Maps (United States Only). Anglers come here to catch various fish species, especially bass, channel catfish, black crappie, and white crappie. In Jim Thorpe enter the large municipal parking lot just north of the railroad station and across the railroad tracks. The graffiti bridge is definitely on its way to becoming a new outdoor attraction. The community resource directory information is up-to-date to the best of our knowledge. Class II+ rapids. Ontelaunee Lake offers a wide variety of fish species, including largemouth bass, bullhead, black crappie, white crappie, white perch, alewife, sunfish, bluegill, and channel catfish. Current conditions of DISCHARGE and GAGE HEIGHT are available. Bridgehunter.com: View listed bridges within 10 miles (16 kilometers) of this bridge. I decided to take the longer, and more scenic drive over Hawk Mountain. The route heads into a mix of farmland and woodland with some homes, crossing the Manatawny Creek before curving southeast and passing through the community of Pleasantville. Truck was signed in 2013. [13][14], In the original 1928 routing, PA73 ran between PA23 near Blue Ball and US1 (Roosevelt Boulevard) in Philadelphia. The beach is nearby. Maps, Driving Directions & Local Area Information Popular Local Resources Hotels Near Lake Ontelaunee Dam Nearby Cities Nearby Neighborhoods Nearby Features Located in Olde Kensington, just a few blocks away from the . This is not a run for beginners, and intermediate paddlers should go with someone who is familiar with the run. Date of sighting: 1/2/2021 10:10. Youll have to pass through the rural areas and woodlands to get to this historic lake. [3] After the TaconyPalmyra Bridge was built in 1929,[17] the eastern terminus was moved to its current location on the bridge at the New Jersey state line. The future of this bridge is uncertain. The role of farming, mineral resources, Lake Ontelaunee, and the railroad and heavy industry were the strongest influences on the Fleetwood-Maidencreek-Richmond area's formative growth and development. PA73 passes near urban homes and commercial development and comes to a ramp to northbound I-95 at the Princeton Avenue intersection. The Ontelaunee time zone is Eastern Daylight Time which is 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). The bridge carries a 2 lane Another put-in is just off Route 143 at Stony Run Valley Road. Quakertown is a borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, in the United States.As of the 2010 census, it had a population of 8,979. There are signs. The route turns south onto New State Road, with State Road continuing southwest to provide access to southbound I-95, and passes under I-95 before it curves southwest to parallel the interstate as a four-lane road through industrial areas. Lake Ontelaunee is a 1,082 acre lake owned by the City of Reading. 7 reviews. Hotels. Bach Steel - Experts at historic truss bridge restoration. Local birders call this the Bailey Creek area. There was also a PA73 Alt. Whitewater equipment is required for club trips. [29] On August31,2011, Cottman Avenue became a two-way road between Torresdale Avenue and State Road, carrying one eastbound lane and two westbound lanes. To find the launch ramp, enter the parking lot for the Lambertville Station Inn, right next to the bridge to New Hope. this bridge is also known as the west shore drive bridge.i have posted an earlier comment concerning this bridge and plans concerning it.didnt realize it until I saw the map of the area. The route passes through rural areas of Berks County, crossing U.S. Route 222 (US 222) in Maiden Creek before heading southeast through Oley and Boyertown. Its also where the club holds the Larry March Slalom every September. [4][6], At the south end of the borough, PA73 splits from PA29 by turning northeast onto Skippack Pike and immediately crossing the Perkiomen Trail and the Perkiomen Creek into Perkiomen Township. Its a good drive from the Lehigh Valley, but worth the miles. See American Whitewater write-up here for a description of this section to Bowmanstown. The entrance to Scudders is a narrow bridge over the Delaware and Raritan Canal. Map: Lake Ontelaunee Bridge Google Map: (More Links and Maps Below) Location: West Shore Drive (PA-1003) Over Lake Ontelaunee In Rural: Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States Latitude: 40.471310 Longitude: -75.920610 ( 40.471310,-75.920610 ) View Bridge Location In: Bridgehunter.com: View listed bridges within a half mile of this bridge. The Lake is located in Berks County along State Route 73 approximately 8 miles north of the center of the City of Reading. Go. The best hike near Ontelaunee Township is Valley Rim Trail Loop, a 8.4 mile loop in . Apple Maps got me to the trailhead. We went fishing here on the first day and their was nobody around. Follow the road that starts here to the parking area by the ramp. Furnace Creek Trail to Pinnacle Trail Loop, Pulpit Rock, Red Trail, and Furnace Creek Trail Loop, Pulpit Rock, The Pinnacle, and Blue Rocks Loop, Antietam Lake to Mount Penn Loop via Ferndale and Gravity Trails, Schuylkill River Trail: Hamburg to Auburn, Appalachian Trail to Pinnacle Trail to Furnace Creek Trail Loop, Appalachian, Pinnacle, Valley Rim, and Pulpit Rock Trail Loop, Woodcutter, TNT, Figure 8, Bobblehead, Rock-Log, Quiet Meow Trail, Gravity, Alternate Orchard, TNT, and Raw XL Trail Loop. To find it, look for the D&L Trail Cove Road Trailhead sign on the east side of 145 at the north end of Laurys Station. Looking for some help in rod setup for catfishing. Past Blandon, the road curves south into forested areas in the South Mountain range and enters Ruscombmanor Township as Blandon Road. Lake Ontelaunee is located in Berks County. Its rutted and sometimes has a lot of standing water on it. 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[32] The roundabout at PA73 and PA662 on the eastern end of Oley opened on August19,2019 while the roundabout at PA73 and PA662 on the western end of Oley opened in November2019. In the community of Layfield, the route intersects PA663, with that route joining for a short concurrency and the road crossing Swamp Creek before PA663 splits to the northeast. Private Only members can see who's in the group and what they post. Write Review. I just saw a picture of this bridge in the Reading Eagle in the past few days that showed it is still closed.Haven't heard anything about this bridge via the newspaper or local radio.When i do hear anything i will print it here. Dick hunting near the trail head. A bald eagle perches on a branch along Lake Ontelaunee. Boat Rental: NO Heads up that the only other people we saw out there on cloudy winter day were dog owners who had dogs unleashed. PA73 narrows to two lanes and continues to an intersection with Swamp Pike and Gilbertsville Road, at which point it turns east to remain along East Philadelphia Avenue and runs past residential subdivisions. kind, either expressed or implied. Many consider North Americas fourth-largest lake Popular attractions in Berks, Pennsylvania, near Ontelaunee Lake, include The Pagoda, Crystal Cave, and Hawk Mountain Sanctuary. Bridge along SR 1003 over Lake Ontelaunee. Lake Hauto Club. When you get to the access area, cross the bridge and follow the one-way signs to the kayak put-in area, just past the rest rooms and down a drive to the left. [18] In 1950, PA73 was moved to a straighter alignment to the east of Oley. Graffiti bridge and highway in Maidencreek Township at Lake Ontelaunee.https://www.patreon.com/emeraldsoundproductions Learn more. This is the most popular place to launch for an easy drift down to the Route 33 take-out. The 1,082-acre reservoir also has seen more than its share of rare birds. The parking area is just off Old Church Road on the southeast side of the road, to the north of the bridge across the lake. 4bd. Experience and complete whitewater equipment are required. PA73 heads into Northeast Philadelphia and becomes a four-lane road as it runs through commercial areas, reaching a bridge over CSX's Trenton Subdivision railroad line. Also, there are game lands just north of Kutztown that are usually pretty good. It followed Cottman Avenue, US13 (Frankford Avenue), and US422 (Levick Street) to the bridge. where it has now been closed to traffic. Its also a good starting point to cut over to the Cheesequake River, an expansive salt marsh. All Rights Reserved. The take-out is across the river from Riegelsville, the ramp at Milford just beyond the Riegelsville bridge. Its easy to paddle back to the ramp. Or with a shuttle, you can run all the way to the Route 33 take-out. The open spandrels are finished with circular-headed [4][5], At this point, PA662 joins PA73 for a concurrency, and the two routes follow Memorial Highway into Oley Township. PA73 begins at an intersection with PA61 in Ontelaunee Township, Berks County, to the north of the city of Reading and to the southeast of the borough of Leesport. Other popular fish species are white perch, yellow perch, grass carp, bluegill, and other panfish. LOCATION - Lat 3958'04", long 7511'20" referenced to North American Datum of 1927, Philadelphia County, PA, Hydrologic Unit 02040203, on right bank 150 ft upstream from Fairmount Dam, 1,500 ft upstream from bridge on Spring Garden Street in Philadelphia, and 8.7 mi upstream from mouth. Lake Ontelaunee is a reservoir in Berks County, Pennsylvania, in Reading, covering 1082 acres. [26] On November26,2008, a Pennsylvania General Assembly act designated the section of PA73 along Cottman Avenue between Central Avenue and Algon Avenue in Northeast Philadelphia the Police Sergeant Stephen Liczbinski Memorial Highway in honor of an officer of the Philadelphia Police Department who was killed in the line of duty; signs were installed in 2012. [23][24] In the 1960s, PA73 was rerouted at US13 (Frankford Avenue) to follow Cottman Avenue, the one-way pair of Princeton Avenue eastbound and Cottman Avenue westbound past Torresdale Avenue, State Road, and New State Road to the TaconyPalmyra Bridge. HistoricBridges.org Bridge Browser: View listed bridges within 0.5 miles (0.8 kilometers) of this bridge. The former alignment of PA 73 became PA625 between PA23 in Blue Ball and US222 (now US222 Bus.) the historic dam and reservoir system. Between Reading and Mount Penn, US422/PA73 was shifted to the one-way pair of Perkiomen Avenue eastbound and Mineral Spring Road westbound while PA73 was designated concurrent with westbound US422 Alt. Head out on this 1.3-mile out-and-back trail near Blandon, Pennsylvania. The borough is 16 miles (26 km) south of Bethlehem and 29 miles (47 km) north of Philadelphia, making Quakertown a border town of both the Delaware Valley and Lehigh Valley metropolitan areas. Flickr photos, groups, and tags related to the "ontelauneelake" Flickr tag. The easternmost road, Ontelaunee Road, runs to the north side of the lake. Full whitewater equipment required. Write Review. When you enter the park area, turn left and then keep to the right. 5 Br $1,699 20.6 mi. The bridge is Follow the Google map directions to Dunbars bottling in Lehighton. A large dedication ceremony was held in 1929. The route passes through Skippack and intersects US202 in Center Square, PA309 in Springfield Township, and PA611 near Jenkintown. It is typically at least 20 feet wide. Lake Ontelaunee Records. Legislative Routes paved the way for Pennsylvania's first Traffic Routes in 1924[12] and a new set of routes, including PA73, that were added in the late 1920s. Stories, question and info can gathered here to help one another out. [9], When the state began maintenance over roads via the Sproul Road Bill that was signed on May31,1911,[11] the system did not include the direct ReadingPhiladelphia routes that PA73 and US422 are today. Park and Garden in Hamburg. The road narrows to two lanes and continues past wooded residential development in Elkins Park. The route continues past suburban residential development with some woods and fields as it enters Worcester Township and heads through the community of Cedars before it reaches an intersection with PA363 in the community of Worcester. Flush toilets and running water on site. lake ontelaunee bridge - lake ontelaunee stock pictures, royalty-free photos & images Plants growing along the bank of Ontelaunee Lake in Maidencreek Township, PA Monday morning December 20, 2021. This unit consists of the 3rd and 4th floors of the duplex building, and includes a private roof deck with pristine views of Center City Philadelphia, the Ben Franklin Bridge, and Temple University! Watch carefully for the sign to the access drive, its easy to miss. The route gains a center left-turn lane and runs past residential and commercial development, passing to the northeast of Einstein Medical Center Elkins Park and MossRehab hospital. By 1940, the entire length of PA73 was paved. Lake Rating - Read customer reviews of lake, click to read. Look carefully, and youll find a small inlet at the north east end of the island. [31] On March29,2019, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced plans to construct roundabouts at both intersections between PA73 and PA662 in Oley Township. There are sandy beach landings available in both directions. This is a great place to start a lazy drift when the river isnt too low. The route crosses the Colebrookdale branch operated by the Colebrookdale Railroad at-grade north of the Boyertown station and continues past more residences in the eastern part of Boyertown. The approach to the dam is clearly marked stay well away from the edge. Lake Ontelaunee Dam is a cultural feature (dam) in Berks County. However, there are many other lakes and rivers nearby that you can boat, kayak, and swim in. regulations, regardless of any HistoricBridges.org information. Find Best Western Hotels & Resorts nearby Sponsored. Regulations guiding Lake Ontelaunee are pretty extreme, given that it is a water reservoir for Reading city. Theres a mix of deeper, slow moving water just below some mild rapids good for basic whitewater skills work. Just a bit further up the access road is the Lehigh Gap Nature Center, where we hold some club meetings. There is a huge eddy next to the wave that usually makes recovery easy, but if equipment gets away from you, it can be lost. Tohickon Creek cascades into the lake at the top end of the cove. The launch area is a nice park-like setting with lots of shade. Launch next to the parking lot and paddle along the shoreline 500 feet downstream and youll drop into the wave. If you like vulgar graffiti, this is the trail for you! Unload your gear and then drive the car back up the hill to the nearest available parking spot. Quakertown Map. The next access point is Glen Onoko, about 12.5 miles downriver. The route runs through more rural areas with some homes and curves southeast near Gablesville. First timers will want to go with someone who knows the river.
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