Lake Como
School District
Type:
Village
Municipality
🏞️ Lake Como, located in Buckingham and Preston Townships in Wayne County, Pennsylvania, is a tranquil village named after the famous Lake Como in Italy. It’s a hidden gem in the Pocono Mountains region, offering a mix of natural beauty, seasonal charm, and quiet living.
📍 Location & Geography
- Coordinates: 41.84972°N, 75.33694°W
- Elevation: 1,519 feet (463 meters)
- ZIP code: 18437, Area code: 570
- Part of Pennsylvania’s 10th Congressional District and Magisterial District 22-3-04
- The lake itself spans about 87 acres, surrounded by forested hills and private residences
🏘️ Community & Lifestyle
- Home to 20–30 houses along the lake’s shores, with a mix of year-round residents and vacationers
- Nearby summer camps include Camp Wayne, Camp Lohikan, Camp Nesher, and Camp Morasha
- Local landmarks include “The Fort,” “The Rock Wall,” and “Endless LW”
🎣 Nature & Recreation
- The lake is privately owned, popular for fishing, kayaking, and picnicking
- Fish species include bass, pickerel, walleye, perch, bluegill, crappie, and bullhead catfish
- Wildlife includes turtles, frogs, snakes, and freshwater mussels
🏡 Real Estate & Access
- Lake Como is considered a tight inventory market for lake homes, with few properties available at any given time
- Homes range from cozy cabins to larger lakefront estates, often used seasonally