Pyramid Lake, Artificial lake in Los Angeles County, United States
Pyramid Lake is a reservoir in Los Angeles County that lies between Angeles National Forest and Los Padres National Forest, held in place by a 386-foot-high dam. The water body covers roughly 1,360 acres and features over 20 miles of shoreline with coves and rocky sections.
The reservoir was completed in 1972 as part of the California State Water Project and has since served as a storage facility for water supply. The dam and lake belong to a system that transports water from northern California to the south.
The Vista del Lago Visitor Center presents exhibits about California water systems and offers interpretive programs about local natural resources.
The site offers several boat docks and a marina with launch ramps and watercraft rental for those who want to spend time on the water. A visitor center provides information about California's water supply system and the natural conditions of the region.
The name of the lake comes from a prominent rock formation that was exposed during highway construction and remains visible near the dam. This pyramid-shaped outcrop serves as a geographic landmark for travelers along Interstate 5.
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