Shaver Lake, Mountain lake resort in Fresno County, California.
Shaver Lake is a reservoir covering about 2,177 acres at 5,500 feet elevation within Sierra National Forest and surrounded by pine forests and granite formations. The lake was created by damming and provides a large water surface for recreation.
Southern California Edison built the Shaver Lake Dam in 1927 to generate hydroelectric power for Los Angeles through the Big Creek system. The construction marked the start of power generation in this mountain region.
The Central Sierra Historical Society Museum displays logging equipment and tells how the area changed from timber operations to a place for recreation. Visitors can see how workers lived and the shift that happened over time.
Camp Edison on the western shore offers about 252 campsites with electricity and internet access, while rental facilities provide boats and water sports equipment. Visitors should prepare for mountainous terrain and changing weather.
The Shaver Lake Trophy Trout Project manages fish populations in the lake, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon for recreational fishing. This program keeps fish stocks healthy for anglers.
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