The lake is in the Woody River Block of Porcupine Hills Provincial Park.

[5] The lake is named in memory of Flight Sergeant Robert Wilfred Ernest Townsend who died fighting in World War II on 29 July 1944.

The recreation site has a campground with 33 campsites, a boat launch, two fish cleaning stations, and a picnic area.

[9][10] Moose Range Lodge, located on the northern shore of the lake, is an outfitters with modern cabins, boat rentals, fuel, and a restaurant.

[11][12] Fish commonly found in the lake include walleye, perch, and northern pike.