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Notable lake · Madera, California

Ashley Lake

Ashley Lake is a lake in Madera, California.

Ashley 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 Ashley 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 Ashley Lake — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 37.61655, -119.15620. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Ashley Lake full? Are the gates open?

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

    What is the best time to visit Ashley Lake?

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

    What are the places to visit near Ashley Lake?

    Nearby: Ansel Adams Wilderness (sanctuary, 5 km), Devils Postpile National Monument (sanctuary, 8 km), Ritter Pass (viewpoint, 9 km), Cabin Lake (lake, 9 km), Minaret Summit (viewpoint, 12 km), Altha Lake (lake, 13 km).

    Is Ashley Lake worth visiting?

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