Lake Wynonah Pennsylvania Map

About Lake Wynonah, Pennsylvania

Lake Wynonah is a locality in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,036. The population density is 387.4 people per km². Lake Wynonah is located at 40.5993°N, 76.1638°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 17972.

Lake Wynonah rests in a hollow of rolling hills, a glint of sapphire cradled by the deep green of Pennsylvania's Appalachian foothills. It lies 22.1 miles north-west of Reading, PA (from Reading, PA: bearing 326°T), and is situated 6.2 miles south-south-east of Pottsville. The air here carries the damp, earthy scent of deciduous forests, a constant reminder of the dense woods that press in on all sides, their leafy canopies a shifting mosaic of light and shadow. In the quiet of early morning, before the sun fully crests the ridge, a fine mist often clings to the water's surface, lending an ethereal quality to the scene, while the gentle lapping of waves against the shore provides a soft, persistent soundtrack. The terrain itself is a study in contrasts, with steep wooded slopes descending to the lake’s edge, punctuated by the occasional clearing where sturdy homes stand sentinel, their yards often a riot of wildflowers in the warmer months, a vibrant splash against the muted tones of the surrounding wilderness. The history of this corner of Schuylkill County is inextricably linked to the land and its resources, a story whispered in the names of old mines and the weathered barns that still dot the landscape. For generations, the economy here was shaped by the extraction of coal, a demanding and often dangerous industry that left its mark on the region's character and its people. While the echoes of that era are still present, a subtle shift has taken place, with Lake Wynonah itself becoming a focal point, drawing those seeking a quieter life amidst the natural beauty. The lake offers a different kind of bounty now – recreation and respite. Fishing boats glide across its surface, their wakes creating fleeting patterns, and summer evenings are often punctuated by the distant laughter of families gathered on its shores, a testament to the enduring allure of this place.

About This Lake Wynonah Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lake Wynonah, Pennsylvania — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.599258, -76.163832. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lake Wynonah and Schuylkill County.

Detailed location data for Lake Wynonah includes the ZIP code (17922), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Schuylkill County (Pottsville), and school district assignment (Schuylkill Haven Area School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lake Wynonah is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.