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'Conesus Lake' is one of the minor Finger Lakes. It is located at the western end of the Finger Lake Region. The lake is in Livingston County, New York in the USA, south of Rochester, New York. It is located off of Interstate 390 (exit 9), about 15 miles south of Interstate 90.
Conesus Lake is eight miles (13 kilometers) long. Conesus Lake Boat Launch is a state park at the east shore, near the village of Livonia. Conesus Lake's maximum depth is 66 feet (20 meters).
The lake is the first outside the contiguous Great Lakes waterways to be stricken with a new strain of 'viral hemorrhagic septicemia' (VHS), an infectious fish disease responsible for mass die-offs of many species, but not linked to any human health concerns.^[1] The disease can be spread between waterways through live or frozen bait fish, roe, contaminated fishing equipment or live water wells in boats, and ballast water. Boats and fishing equipment should be carefully disinfected before transfer from Conesus Lake to other waterways.
Some notable areas around Conesus Lake:
; The Conesus Inn
: This fine-dining restaurant is located on the Eastern Side of the lake about 1 mile from the southernmost point. It is known for prime rib, steak and beautiful view of the sun setting as you look across the lake, towards the west.
; Camp Stella Maris
: A summer camp that offers a number of residential and day camping programs in the summer. Winter programs are offered as well. Counselors are often young adults from the area.
; Minnehan's
: Located just above the north end of the lake, Minnehan's is a restaurant that includes games such as a miniature golf course, a go-kart track, batting cages, and an arcade. It is a popular place for children and teens to hold parties and other activities.
; The Beachcomber
: A restaurant located on the western shore of the lake. Tables are available indoors and outdoors, and the restaurant has a dock where boat owners can tie up.
; Vitale Park
: On the northern end of Conesus Lake, this park has a shallow sand-filled swimming area where boats can drop anchor and jump out and swim in the shallow water. There is also a playground, and there is usually some type of concert on Sunday evenings.


Every July 3, the residents of the lake participate in a tradition called the 'Ring of Fire'. They light road flares all around the lake and shoot off fireworks. The festivities typically last from 9:30 to 10:30 P.M.
Conesus Lake also has two marinas on the eastern side of the lake. Jansen Marina, located a mile before the southern point carries Yamaha and Sea Doo Products. Leisure Time Marina carries Bayliner, Kayot, and a variety of Pontoon Boats.
When frozen over in the winter, Consesus Lake is used for snowmobiling and ice fishing.

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1. Crawford, Franklin. Cornell researchers confirm that deadly fish virus has spread to 19 species, threatening sport-fishing industry. ''Chronicle Online''. Cornell University. May 17, 2007. Retrieved July 14, 2007.