Lake Oroville, Reservoir in Oroville, California, US
Lake Oroville extends across 3,500 acres of water surface, surrounded by mountainous terrain at an elevation of 275 meters above sea level.
The Oroville Dam construction on the Feather River began operations in 1968, creating one of the largest water storage facilities in Northern California.
The Feather River Nature Center at Lake Oroville presents educational exhibits about local wildlife, plant species, and regional environmental patterns.
Multiple boat ramps, camping grounds, and picnic sites provide access points around the reservoir, with facilities maintained throughout all seasons.
During periods of drought, the decreasing water levels reveal submerged structures and archaeological artifacts from earlier settlements in the region.
Location: Oroville
Elevation above the sea: 275 m
GPS coordinates: 39.56360,-121.45600
Latest update: October 18, 2025 07:20
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