Lake Rosseau
Lake Rosseau is located in Ontario, Canada, about 200 km (120 mi) north of Toronto. The south end of the lake is in the Township of Muskoka Lakes, and the north end is in Seguin Township. The lake is surrounded by many cottages, some dating back to the late 19th century.
| Lake Rosseau | |
|---|---|
Lake Rosseau to the east (right) of Lake Joseph | |
Lake Rosseau | |
| Location | Muskoka, Ontario |
| Coordinates | 45°10′N 79°36′W |
| Primary outflows | Indian River |
| Basin countries | Canada |
| Max. length | 18 km (11 mi) |
| Max. width | 8.5 km (5.3 mi) |
| Surface elevation | 227 m (745 ft) |
| Islands | Tobin; 60+ smaller |
| Settlements | Port Carling, Minett, Windermere, and Rosseau |
The village of Rosseau is located at the northern tip of Lake Rosseau and is the location of one of the original Ontario summer resorts which brought exposure to the area. Pratts Point and Rosseau House were well known and although the hotel was destroyed long ago, the vista and scenery remain. Windermere House is a resort located at Lake Rosseau.
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