Otsego Lake, Cooperstown: Address, Phone Number, Otsego Lake Reviews: 4.5/5
Otsego Lake
Otsego Lake
4.5
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This picturesque nine-mile-long lake is the centerpiece of Cooperstown.
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Restaurants
35 within 5 kms
Stagecoach Coffee
515
0.3 km₹ • American • Cafe • International
Nicoletta's Italian Cafe
711
0.4 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Italian • Sicilian • Southern-Italian
Toscana Italian Fusion & Grill
444
0.3 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Italian • Tuscan • Central-Italian
Doubleday Cafe
1,153
0.4 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • American • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly
Cooperstown Diner (TM)
718
0.4 km₹ • American • Diner • Vegetarian Friendly
Alex's World Bistro
235
0.5 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Fusion • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Sal's Pizzeria
446
0.4 km₹ • Quick Bites • Italian • Pizza
Lake Front Restaurant
381
0.2 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • American • Bar • Seafood
Mel's at 22
1,036
0.5 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • American • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly
Cooley's Stone House Tavern
252
0.3 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • American • Irish • Bar
Attractions
26 within 10 kms
National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
3,679
0.3 kmSpeciality Museums
Cooperstown Art Association
10
0.2 kmArt Galleries • Speciality Museums
Council Rock Park
5
94 mParks
Lakefront Park
4
0.2 kmParks
Abner Doubleday Field
438
0.5 kmArenas & Stadiums
The Smithy
6
0.3 kmArt Galleries
American Baseball Experience/ Heroes of Baseball Wax Museum
101
0.4 kmSpeciality Museums
Factory Store Outlet
3
0.4 kmFactory Outlets
Cooperstown Chamber of Commerce
17
0.6 kmVisitor Centres
Fenimore Art Museum
658
1.7 kmArt Museums • History Museums
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Boston, MA49 contributions
Jul 2021
The best way to enjoy the lake is to use the lake and all it has to offer. Went for the boat tour to see the full expanse of the lake and also rented a kayak. Next time maybe we'll try and pontoon boats.
Written 12 July 2021
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PatStrohl52
Allentown, PA21 contributions
Oct 2020
Unfortunately everything was closed. We did walk around to check out the boating area. Would some day like to return to fish the lake.
Written 13 October 2020
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Lovetotravelitaly2
9 contributions
Sep 2020
We visited mid week in in mid September and enjoyed some quiet time at the beach in Glimmerglass Park. A lovely break in stressful times.
Written 24 September 2020
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MajorkaCT
Connecticut47 contributions
Sep 2020
The lake and park are absolutely beautiful!! Very relaxing place to spend some down time while in town! The area is beautiful and it's a stunning lake and park!
Written 21 September 2020
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bbbob84
Staten Island, NY1,581 contributions
Aug 2020
We were visiting Cooperstown and strolled down to the lake. There is a nice marina with a great view of the lake. Power boats and sail boats were all out enjoying the day. A very picturesque view from Lake Front Park. Great photo ops.
Written 24 August 2020
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Laurie P
Cortland, NY7,260 contributions
Jul 2020
We spent 4 days touring around the Cooperstown area. Every day was a new view of Otsego Lake. Unfortunately, we were not able to go on a boat tour-as while we were there they were closed down for COVID. We saw it from 2 parks in Cooperstown, the Otesaga Inn, Glimmerglass State Park, and Glimmerglass Opera. We saw it during the day, and in the evening.
Spectacular!!
Spectacular!!
Written 10 August 2020
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Rick M
Oneonta, NY715 contributions
Jul 2020 • Couples
We just completed a three hour tour (not on the SS Minnow!) of Otsego Lake...we had an absolutely wonderful time cruising the coastline!
Written 29 July 2020
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G2655BWgaryk
Clearwater, FL673 contributions
Sep 2019
Otsego Lake is a beautiful place to spend the day. Bring a camera to capture the beauty of the lake and surrounding area. The water is cool and clear, plenty of fish.
Written 18 March 2020
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Mark G
Catonsville, MD2,552 contributions
Nov 2019
Otsego Lake is an 8 mile long, 4000+ acre gem with Cooperstown, a gem itself at it's southern edge. From Council Rock Park,you came see the source of the Susquehanna river as it heads south 444 miles to the Chesapeake Bay. Geologically related to the Finger Lakes, but not considered one since they flow north as part of the Lake Ontario watershed. With tremendous views,crystal clear water, beaches,boating,fishing, it is truely a regional jewel. A ride around Otsego is great, passing the historic Hyde House,Glimmerglass State Park and Opera.
Written 13 December 2019
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Gail S J
East Nassau, NY15 contributions
Is there boat tours on the
lake and if so how much?
John S
Huntington, NY68 contributions
Yes but check first as the seasons have much to do with availability. They leave from the town dock Near the Hotel Otesaga at the foot of Lake Otsego. Prices anywhere in Cooperstown for about anything are reasonable.
Becky J
Pittsgrove, NJ11 contributions
Is Otsego Lake a good lake for water skiing? Is there a limit on horsepower for this lake?
Transwizard
66 contributions
It is and I do not think there is a horsepower limit. There are several public launch sites on the lake.
Looking to rent 2 cottages on lake that are pet friendly any suggestions cottages must be close together
Edinburghhome
New York City, NY40 contributions
Unfortunately we camped so don't know about that. But area is really laid back. Beautiful area have fun!!
How is the fishing ?
jfosters6
Carrollton, Tx56 contributions
Don't know about fishing. Lots of boating activity. Beautiful lake.
Priscilla M
Wilmington, DE
How far from dream park is the lake
Elaine L
Haverhill, Ma7 contributions
Dream Park is a very short distance from the lake. Just turn right coming out of the Park gate and follow 28 into Cooperstown. Turn right at Schneiders Bakery (delicious goodies to eat there) and follow the road the Lake Front Motel and the docking area for the Glimmerglass Queen is right there on the left. (don't miss a narrated boat ride down the lake past the Fenimore House and the King Fish Tower) very relaxing ride especially if you are enjoying a drink from the very well appointed bar. Enjoy! E. Lord
Frequently Asked Questions about Otsego Lake
- Hotels near Otsego Lake:
- (0.01 km) Lakeside home in Cooperstown, 15 minute walk to Induction
- (0.44 km) The Cooper Inn
- (0.50 km) The Inn at Cooperstown
- (0.24 km) Visions Inn
- (0.30 km) Tunnicliff Inn
- Restaurants near Otsego Lake:
- (0.21 km) Lake Front Restaurant
- (0.28 km) Stagecoach Coffee
- (0.28 km) Toscana Italian Fusion & Grill
- (0.36 km) Nicoletta's Italian Cafe
- (0.37 km) Doubleday Cafe
- Attractions near Otsego Lake:
- (0.17 km) Glimmerglass Queen
- (0.26 km) National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
- (0.16 km) Cooperstown Art Association
- (0.09 km) Council Rock Park
- (0.25 km) Lakefront Park