Mountain Springs Lake Resort Rowboat Use Information

Here’s what you need to know:

🚤 Boat Assignment

• Each unit is assigned a specific rowboat. (Boats and docks are numbered to match your unit.)

  • (Note: Guests staying in Luxury Suites #8 through #15 have access to designated rowboats H1, H2, or H3, located down at boat row, as indicated on your welcome envelope.)

• Please use only the boat allocated to your unit unless you rented extra boats.

• If renting extra boats, the office will assign your additional boat(s).

• Boating hours are from dawn to dusk, May through October, weather permitting.

• If you notice any major damage, leaks, or anything that could affect the safe use of the boat, please do not use it. Contact the resort office for assistance or possible reassignment to another boat

• We have a couple videos about PFD’s and How to Safely Enter a Rowboat at the bottom of this page.

🌊 During Your Stay

• Always return the boat and oars as you found them, to the same dock or area.

• Do not leave boats in the water — they may drift away, fill with water when it rains, or be damaged.

🎣 Fishing Information

• Guests staying at Mountain Springs Lake Resort do not need a fishing license to fish during their stay — our lake is private and reserved exclusively for our guests.

• Fishing poles are available to rent at the resort office between the hours it is open: 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

• Pole rentals are $20 for the entire duration of your stay.

• Live bait is available for purchase at the resort office.

• We also have a small tackle area inside the resort office for basic fishing gear.

• Trout are stocked in the lake during April, and we also have native species, including largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, perch, catfish, pickerel, and various types of panfish.

• Many guests choose to catch and release, but it is not mandatory — you may keep your catch if you prefer.

  • (Note: Pickerel are a more aggressive species that can impact other fish populations. We kindly ask guests not to release pickerel if caught — they may be kept or disposed of. Thank you for helping us maintain a healthy lake environment.)

• Fishing is not permitted around the designated beach and swimming areas at any time for the safety of all guests.

• Important: If you plan to fish outside of the resort property, a valid Pennsylvania fishing license may be required. Please check current state and local PA fishing rules and regulations before fishing off resort property.

🦺 Safety Rules & Rentals

• A properly fitting U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation device (PFD) must be available for everyone on board.

• Pennsylvania law: Children 12 years old and younger are required to wear a life jacket at all times while on boats under 20 feet.

• For guests over 12 years old, a PFD must be onboard and easily accessible for each person, even if it is not worn.

• Complimentary life jackets and flotation seat cushions are available at the resort office during your stay.

• Maximum of three (3) occupants per boat.

• Weight limits: 425 lbs for persons, 600 lbs total (persons, motor, gear).

• Electric motors and batteries are available for rental. The resort office is open daily between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

🏡 Check-Out Instructions

• Return your boat and oars properly before leaving.

• A $50 fee applies if boats are left in the water or not returned properly (as noted on your welcome envelope).

• Return all rented items (motors, batteries) and any borrowed PFDs to the resort office.

Checkout Reminder:

• Once you have completed check-out, access to the lake, rowboats, fishing, and hiking trail ends with your stay.

• We kindly ask that all activities, including fishing, boating, and hiking, be completed before your departure.

• Thank you for helping us prepare the resort for incoming guests and keeping everyone’s experience enjoyable!

Thank you for helping us keep the lake safe, clean, and fun for everyone. Have a safe and fantastic time on the water!