FRIENDS OF LAKE ORANGE
About Us
The Friends of Lake Orange was organized in 2008. We are a social organization dedicated to maintaining Lake Orange’s environment through effective water management, retaining a wide variety of wildlife, and permitting family recreational oppotunities.
We recognize Lake Orange is an important asset to downstream water users and stream ecosystem, to area wildlife. and to recreational users. Our goals are to protect and enhance Lake Orange’s environment and water management plus to enjoy safe and responsible recreational opportunities.
Lake Orange News
Orange County completed the 2022 project to stabilize the earthen dam for Lake Orange and of the spillway complex. The work was completed in June, 2022. Lake Orange was full again in January 2023!
A number of Anglers enjoy the variety of fish that live in Lake Orange’s water.
Thomas Bowman caught a “Monster” Largemouth Bass in May 2022. The fish’s weight was estimated to be between 9 and 10 lbs.!!
The majority of boats on Lake Orange are kayaks, small fishing boats, and pontoon boats. Some younger folks enjoy standup paddle boards and there is an occasional water skier. Everyone should be mindful that there are many shallow spots and submerged tree trunks to avoid.