Clear Lake
Clear Lake in Northern California is the region’s largest natural freshwater lake, known for boating, fishing, and scenic shoreline communities.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | California |
| Subregion | Northern California |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Lake County |
| Timezone | AmericaLos Angeles |
| Latitude | 38.954 |
| Longitude | -122.834 |
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6:14 PM LOCAL TIMEClear Lake sits at the heart of Lake County, just north of Santa Rosa and east of California’s wine country. As the state's oldest major natural freshwater lake, it is renowned for warm waters, sprawling surface area, and steady fishing for bass, catfish, and whitefish. The lake is circled by a mix of small towns, parks, and resorts—offering boat rentals, lakeside camping, and lakeside dining. Hydrologically, the lake is endorheic — it has no major outflow, which influences its water chemistry and seasonal temperature cycles. Popular activities include boating, jet skiing, watersports, and shoreline hiking — with sites like Clear Lake State Park providing facilities and access points.
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