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McCloud Lake

• Description
  Lake McCloud was Constructed in 1966 by Pacific Gas and Electric Co. as a reservoir on the McCloud River to control water flows in the generation of hydro-electric power, Lake McCloud has become a favorite of local fishermen and vacationers from out-of-the-area alike. McCloud has a spectacular rocky pine covered shoreline. All boating is permitted and the lake has one improved launch facility. There is one small unimproved campground located at Star City Creek. 

• Contacts & Information
  McCloud Ranger District (530) 964-2184. Friday's RV Retreat ( 530) 964-2878.
  General Information

• Size
  520 Surface acres

• Elevation
  2,650 feet above sea level

• Species of Fish
  Rainbow Trout
  Brown Trout
  Fish Identification Encyclopedia

• Location
  Closest Services: McCloud 10 mi.
  Directions to: McCloud
  Directions to Lake: From McCloud, on Hwy 89; go S 10 mi. on Squaw Valley Rd. to lake; road continues across dam and up E side to Star City Creek arm.

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