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Notable lake · Mariposa, California

Hart Lakes

Hart Lakes is a lake in Mariposa, California.

Hart Lakes: 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 Hart Lakes

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 Hart Lakes — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 37.62021, -119.52874. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Hart Lakes full? Are the gates open?

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

    What is the best time to visit Hart Lakes?

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

    What are the places to visit near Hart Lakes?

    Nearby: Ostrander Lake (lake, 2 km), Ostrander Lake (lake, 2 km), Vernal Fall (attraction, 15 km), Liberty Cap (viewpoint, 15 km), Sentinel Dome (viewpoint, 16 km), Mount Broderick (viewpoint, 16 km).

    Is Hart Lakes worth visiting?

    Hart Lakes is listed as a notable lake in California on Spotwander.