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Rattlesnake Lake is located in Alberta
Rattlesnake Lake
Rattlesnake Lake
Location in Alberta
Location Alberta
Coordinates 49°58′01″N 110°59′55″W / 49.96694°N 110.99861°W / 49.96694; -110.99861
Primary inflows Stafford Reservoir
Primary outflows Murray Lake
Basin countries Canada
Max. length 9.9 km (6.2 mi)
Max. width 2.3 km (1.4 mi)
Surface area 1,070 ha (2,600 acres)
Average depth 3.6 m (12 ft)
Max. depth 22 m (72 ft)
Water volume 38,071.23 dam3 (1.344473×109 cu ft)
Surface elevation 794 m (2,605 ft)
Islands 0
Settlements 0

Rattlesnake Lake, also called Sauder Reservoir, is a lake in southern Alberta, Canada. It's a special kind of lake because it was made by people, not by nature. This lake is located about 23 kilometers (14 miles) northwest of Seven Persons and 29 kilometers (18 miles) west of Medicine Hat.

Fun Things to Do at Rattlesnake Lake

Right next to Rattlesnake Lake, you'll find Golden Sheaf Park. This park is a great place for outdoor fun! It has 454 private campsites where families can set up their tents or RVs. It's a popular spot for people who love camping and enjoying the outdoors near the lake.

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