Branch Lake — Attraction in Ellsworth

Branch Lake is definitely one of the best place to venture to when you want to go swimming in Ellsworth. Generally not too crowded, and when there are larger groups there the people are usually courteous and fun. The water is wonderful and usually quite clear. Not far out from the shoreline there are too rocks, (a long one named banana and a smaller one named cherry) that are awesome to swim out to and enjoy the actually deep parts of the lake. There's another large rock you can jump off as well. You can swim as far as your heart desires if you're brave. Its a great spot for snorkeling with nice views under the water. Also don't be afraid to come here if you want to kayak/canoe/boat as there's a nice landing and plenty of space to not bother or be bothered by other...

Always a great place to go to the beach!!! Picnic tables are available, it's easily found by GPS and easily accessed and it was an excellent place to social distance from other people and still have a great time!!! It looks a little different than the last time I was there 17 years ago with a boat launch area before parking for the beach. You have 2 sides with water access on either side of the road once you arrive. An outhouse is located nearby the parking area and picnic tables are available in...

Had a great time at branch lake today. Small, sandy beach. Water is clear all the way to the bottom. Lots of kids jumping off large rocks. Had no trouble finding parking in the lot although many parked alongside the road to the path to the beach. The path has lots of roots but as long as you are mindful of that it is a short walk to the beach. Very busy there today but not surprising given hot hot it...