Spaulding Lake:

Spaulding lies in a dramatic setting: dark green, large trees nesting below rugged granite lifting up to Grouse Ridge and the Sierra Crest. Yet minutes from I-80.

75,100 Acre Feet, elevation 5011’.

Boating: All crafts are allowed, but late summer after drawdown begins can be hazardous due to exposed rocks. Launching of large boats proves difficult as drawdown falls below the ramp. Boat Ramp south east shore. Nice lake for flat water crafts especially the upper end where gentle shoreline offers primitive camping.

Fishing: Rainbow and browns stocked, and resident fish can be large, especially brown trout. Bank fishing limited by rugged terrain, shores, and access. Boat fishing most productive when you come in early over the snow.

Diving: Fair to good, up to 400’ depth with variable visibility. Attractions: large fish, bottom contours, and tree stumps. Folklore says there’s a logging train engine lying on the bottom, but no underwater sightings reported.