Lost Lake, CA

I went to get my state park pass today at Millerton Lake and did a little exploring with my camera when I was finished. This was the first sunny day we've had in weeks and I was glad to be able to get out into the sun again. I love this time of year in the central valley of California because its green. By the end of April, this area will be brown. One of my family members made a comment about missing the color of green right now because of winter in the Midwest. I've seen pictures back there and believe me I'm glad to be able to get out and explore these areas.

 

A little note about Lost Lake: it is really a man-made park on the San Joaquin River made by Fresno County. The fish hatchery is right next to the park, and they plant the lake with trout and steelhead salmon. Years ago, rocks and cement slabs were put into the river to slow down its flow and allow a nice location to fish and picnic. Flooding has changed its look over the years, but it is still a great place to get away from the city and relax.

Done