Lake Mendocino

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Lake Mendocino is a lake located in Mendocino County, California, about 5 minutes north-east of Ukiah, California. It has been called one of the cleanest lakes in the United States.

[edit] Lake Mendocino Dam

Created by the construction of Coyote Dam on the East Fork of the Russian River in 1958, the lake has a surface area of 1,822 acres. The earthen dam, built and maintained by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is 160 feet high and 3,500 feet long.

The structure provides flood damage reduction, water conservation, hydroelectric power, and recreational opportunities like hiking, water skiing and boating.

[edit] Recreation

Lake Mendocino has many places for camping, relaxation, fishing, and hiking. Around the lake there is many campsites that one can choose from. Sometimes you must reserve a campground a year in advance because of demand.