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Lakes in California

11 lakes

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Cachuma Lake

Cachuma Reservoir, formed by Bradbury Dam, offers a prime recreational opportunity for the south central coast area of California. The…

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F

Cast and wait.

Good fishing starts with patience.

Folsom Lake

Located at the base of the Sierra foothills, Folsom Lake and recreation area offers opportunities for hiking, biking, running, camping,…

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K

Quiet holds here.

The stillness is part of the experience.

Kaweah Lake

Lake Kaweah is a lake near Lemon Cove in Tulare County, California. The lake is formed by Terminus Dam on…

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L

Start early. Stay late.

The edges of the day tend to hold the best experiences.

Lake Berryessa

Nestled between Blue Ridge and Cedar Roughs, east of the Napa Valley, Lake Berryessa offers year-round recreation opportunities. Berryessa's water…

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One more cast.

Early light makes it worth it.

Lake Casitas

Lake Casitas is formed by Casitas Dam, which is a feature of the Ventura Project. Lake Casitas Recreation Area offers…

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Take it in.

Some places don't need a plan.

Lake Isabella

Lake Isabella (Lake) lies between two sections of the Sequoia National Forest at an elevation of 2,578 feet. At 11,200…

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M

Follow the light.

It moves differently across the water.

Martis Creek Lake

Less than one hour west of Reno near world-famous Lake Tahoe, Martis Creek Lake is the hidden facet in the…

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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Millerton Lake

Millerton Lake is nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, approximately 15 miles east of Fresno, CA. With over…

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N

Head out.

The best views are just offshore.

New Melones Lake

New Melones Dam and Reservoir are part of the Central Valley Project operated by the Bureau of Reclamation. Located 60…

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P

A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

Pine Flat Lake

Pine Flat Lake is located in the oak-covered foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, approximately 35 miles east of Fresno,…

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Let it settle.

The water sets the pace out here.

San Luis Reservoir

Nestled in the grassy hills of the western San Joaquin Valley near historic Pacheco Pass, San Luis Reservoir State Recreation…

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