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Squaw Lake
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View from the south-west (June 30, 2009)
Location of Squaw Lake in California, USA.
Location of Squaw Lake in California, USA.
Squaw Lake
Location in California
Location of Squaw Lake in California, USA.
Location of Squaw Lake in California, USA.
Squaw Lake
Location in the United States
Location John Muir Wilderness, Sierra Nevada, Fresno County, California, United States
Coordinates 37°28′36.78″N 118°55′22.44″W / 37.4768833°N 118.9229000°W / 37.4768833; -118.9229000
Basin countries United States
Surface elevation 10,315 ft (3,144 m)

Squaw Lake is a beautiful, small lake located high up in the mountains of the Sierra Nevada. It's a peaceful spot found within the John Muir Wilderness, a large area of protected land in California.

About Squaw Lake

Squaw Lake is a small but important part of the eastern Sierra Nevada mountains. It is very close to the famous John Muir Trail, a long hiking path. The lake sits at a very high altitude of about 10,315 feet (3,144 meters) above sea level.

Where is Squaw Lake?

You can find Squaw Lake about 1.8 miles (2.9 km) west-northwest of a mountain called Mount Izack Walton. It is also about 5 miles (8 km) north-northeast of Lake Thomas A Edison. These locations are all within the beautiful John Muir Wilderness.

Water Flow from the Lake

The water that flows out of Squaw Lake forms the beginning of a stream called Fish Creek. This creek then travels downstream and eventually joins the Middle Fork of the San Joaquin River. This river is one of the longest in California.

Fishing and Safety Advice

If you enjoy fishing, it's important to know that there is a special safety message for fish caught in Squaw Lake. Experts suggest being careful about eating fish from this lake. This is because some natural substances can build up in the fish over time. It's always a good idea to check local advisories before eating any fish you catch.

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