Black Butte Lake

Black Butte Lake

Description
Black Butte Lake was formed in 1963 upon the completion of Black Butte Dam. Located on Stony Creek west of Orland, the lake is an inviting and accessible recreation area on the west side of the Sacramento Valley. When full, the lake has a surface area of 4,460 acres, is seven miles long and has a shoreline of 40 miles. The dam provides flood damage protection for local towns and agricultural lands.
Contacts & Information
Black Butte Park Manager at (530) 865-4781. Black Butte Marina (530) 865-2665. Camping Reservations (877)-444-6777 or www.reserveusa.com.
General Information
Size
4,460 Acre Feet.
Elevation
470 Feet above sea level.
Species of Fish
Bass
Crappie
Bluegill
Catfish
Fish Identification Encyclopedia
Location
Closest Services: Orland 10 mi.
Directions to: Orland
Directions to Lake: From Orland, on Hwy I-5; take Black Butte Lake exit. Go W 10 mi. on Newville Rd. (Rd. 200) to the lake.
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