Fain Lake facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Fain Lake |
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 Fain Lake
Location in Arizona
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| Location | Yavapai County, Arizona, United States |
| Coordinates | 34°34′30.05″N 112°21′7.78″W / 34.5750139°N 112.3521611°W |
| Type | Reservoir |
| Primary inflows | Lynx Creek |
| Primary outflows | Lynx Creek |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 3 acres (1.2 ha) |
| Average depth | 8 ft (2.4 m) |
| Surface elevation | 5,075 ft (1,547 m) |
Fain Lake is a small, man-made lake located near Prescott Valley in Yavapai County, Arizona. It's a popular spot for fishing and enjoying nature in North Central Arizona.
About Fain Lake
Fain Lake is actually a type of lake called a reservoir. This means it's a lake that was created by people, usually by building a dam across a river or stream. Fain Lake gets its water from a stream called Lynx Creek, and the water also flows out into Lynx Creek.
The lake is about 3 acres big, which is like three football fields. It's not very deep, only about 8 feet on average. Fain Lake is located at an elevation of 5,075 feet above sea level. This makes it a cool and refreshing place to visit, especially during warmer months.
Fish You Can Find
Fain Lake is a great place for fishing! Many different types of fish live in its waters. Anglers, which is another word for people who fish, can often catch several popular kinds of fish here.
Some of the fish you might find include:
- Rainbow Trout
- Brook Trout
- Brown Trout
- Largemouth Bass
- Channel Catfish
- Bluegill
- Green Sunfish
- Yellow Bullhead
These fish are often stocked in the lake, meaning they are added by wildlife agencies to make sure there are enough fish for everyone to enjoy catching.
