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Oneida Lake History

Oneida Lake has a rich history that dates back thousands of years. The lake was created during the last ice age, when glaciers carved out the landscape and left behind a large basin that filled with water as the ice melted.

The lake has been home to various Native American tribes for thousands of years, including the Oneida Nation, who lived in the area for centuries before European settlers arrived. The Oneida people relied on the lake for fishing, transportation, and other resources, and their culture and traditions are still an important part of the area's history and heritage today.

In the 1700s and 1800s, European settlers began to arrive in the area, drawn by the lake's abundant natural resources and transportation opportunities. The Erie Canal was built in the early 1800s, which helped to spur the growth of towns and cities around the lake. Oneida Lake became a popular vacation destination for people from nearby cities, and many resorts and amusement parks were built along the lakefront.