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Notable lake · Fresno, California

Scepter Lake

Scepter Lake is a lake in Fresno, California.

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Scepter Lake: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Scepter Lake

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Scepter Lake — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 37.03035, -118.83572. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Scepter Lake full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Scepter Lake yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Scepter Lake?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Scepter Lake?

    Nearby: Theodore Solomons Trail (trek, 4 km), Martha Lake (lake, 14 km), Disappointment Lake (lake, 15 km), Disappointment Lake (lake, 15 km), Hell for Sure Lake (lake, 16 km), Tehipite Valley (viewpoint, 18 km).

    Is Scepter Lake worth visiting?

    Scepter Lake is listed as a notable lake in California on Spotwander.