Neighborhood Guide · Pike County, Pennsylvania
Living in Old Marcel Lakes.
A private lake community in the Dingmans Ferry area of Pike County, Pennsylvania, set around Marcel Lake and managed by the Old Marcel Lake Property Owners' Association.
Old Marcel Lakes at a Glance - Community Amenities
Marcel Lake
Marcel Lake, about 27 acres, sits at the center of the community and gives Old Marcel Lakes its character. Residents use the lake for recreation through the community's covenants.
Old Marcel Lake Beach
A seasonal community beach on the lake offers swimming and is part of community life in warm weather. The association posts beach openings and water quality results on its website.
Boating on Marcel Lake
Boats on the lake are registered with Marcel Lake Estates, which owns the lake, and residents enjoy access for recreation under the community's covenants. Confirm current registration and access details with the association.
Fishing on Marcel Lake
Fishing is part of everyday life here, with Marcel Lake Estates' fishing regulations applying to the lake. Confirm current regulations and any license requirements with the association.
Homes & Properties
Old Marcel Lakes, also known as Olde Mill Pond or Old Marcel, is an established lake community in the Dingmans Ferry area of Pike County, Pennsylvania, set around Marcel Lake. The community is managed by the Old Marcel Lake Property Owners' Association, Inc., which maintains the bylaws, regulations, and covenants that govern the community.
Homes vary in age, size, and style and are served by individual wells and septic systems. Old Marcel Lakes is a separate community from Marcel Lake Estates, which is located on the west side of Marcel Lake. Marcel Lake is owned by Marcel Lake Estates, while Old Marcel Lake property owners have recreational-use rights to the lake through the community's covenants and their property deeds.
The lake, community beach, rules, roads, and dues are all worth considering as you decide whether Old Marcel Lakes fits what you're looking for.
What Buyers Should Know
Buying in a private lake community is different from buying outside one. Beyond the house itself, you are buying into a set of shared water, amenities, rules, and fees, so it pays to understand them before you make an offer.
Community dues
Association dues exist, and amounts vary from property to property. Confirm the current dues for the specific home you are considering with the Old Marcel Lake Property Owners' Association.
Rules and regulations
The community maintains its own by-laws, regulations, and covenants. These govern things like property use, rentals, and exterior changes, so it is worth reading them before you buy.
Shared amenities & lake access
The beach and lake are shared community facilities. Confirm how they are accessed and whether any fees apply.
Rental policies
Rental policies are set by the community association and can change. Verify the current policy directly with the association before relying on it.
Well & Septic
Individual on-lot water and individual on-lot sewer.
Lake ownership & access
Marcel Lake is owned by Marcel Lake Estates, a separate private community on the west side of the lake. Old Marcel Lakes residents use the lake for recreation under the community's covenants. Confirm current access and registration details with the association.
Resale documents
Ask for and review the community's resale and disclosure documents before purchasing, and have your own advisors review them as well.
Association structure
The community is managed by the Old Marcel Lake Property Owners' Association, Inc., which administers the by-laws, regulations, and beach. There is a working structure in place for questions about dues, rules, and the lake.
Old Marcel Lake Property Owners' Association, Inc.
130 North Lake Shore Drive, Dingmans Ferry, PA 18328
Old Marcel Lake Property Owners' Association (omlpoa.org)
Use the association website, including its beach page, to verify current dues, rules, rental policies, and amenities.
Location & What's Nearby
Old Marcel Lakes is in the Dingmans Ferry area of Pike County, Pennsylvania, in the northeast corner of the Pocono Mountains. The community is within reach of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and the Delaware River, which bring hiking, canoeing, and large stretches of open space to the region.
The area is convenient to both New Jersey and New York, which makes it a practical option for weekend and second-home buyers. The community is served by the Delaware Valley School District.
The surrounding region is known for its outdoor recreation, and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is the anchor of that.
For information on the area, visit AroundHereGuide.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What school district services Old Marcel Lakes?
Homes in this community are in Pennsylvania, and the community is served by the Delaware Valley School District.
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GreatSchools Rating: 7/10 (as of October 2026)
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Are Short-Term Rentals allowed?
What are the HOA dues and or community fees?
Thinking About a Home in Old Marcel Lakes?
I work with buyers and sellers throughout Pike County and can help you understand not only the house, but the community that comes with it. If you're comparing Old Marcel Lakes with other communities in the Milford and Dingmans Ferry area, I can help you understand the differences.
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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Pocono Real Estate
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