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Notable lake · Shasta, California

Hemlock Lake

Hemlock Lake is a lake in Shasta, California.

Hemlock 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 Hemlock 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 Hemlock Lake — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 40.45765, -121.45653. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Hemlock Lake full? Are the gates open?

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

    What is the best time to visit Hemlock Lake?

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

    What are the places to visit near Hemlock Lake?

    Nearby: Bumpass Mountain (viewpoint, 5 km), Bumpass Hell (attraction, 5 km), Summit Lake (lake, 6 km), Lassen Peak (sanctuary, 7 km), Emerald Lake (lake, 7 km), Lassen Volcanic National Park (sanctuary, 7 km).

    Is Hemlock Lake worth visiting?

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