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The Upper Salmon Lake can be found on the Gold Lake USGS quad topo map. Upper Salmon Lake is a reservoir in Sierra County in the state of California. The latitude and longitude coordinates for this reservoir are 39.6549, -120.6494 and the altitude is 6496 feet (1980 meters). Anyone interested in fishing Upper Salmon Lake should consult with local guides and resources before heading out to fish. Anglers who have fished Upper Salmon Lake are invited to submit reviews of the lake. Tell us when you went, what you caught, how the experience ranked overall. Thanks for your reviews, they help to make Fishing Works the best website for anglers.
Feature Type: Reservoir
Latitude: 39.6549
Longitude: -120.6494
Elevation: 6496 ft (1980 m)
Locator Map - Upper Salmon Lake
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Local Weather
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Sunday:
High: 50°F - Low: 26°F
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Mostly sunny in the morning then becoming partly cloudy. Not as cool. Highs 36 to 51 higher elevations...46 to 56 lower elevations. Prevailing northeast winds up to 10 mph shifting to the west in the afternoon. Over ridges...prevailing north winds 15 to 25 mph shifting to the west in the afternoon.
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Monday:
High: 42°F - Low: 23°F
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Snow showers and rain showers. Highs 24 to 39 higher elevations...35 to 45 lower elevations. Snow level 3500 feet. Prevailing southwest winds 5 to 15 mph...except southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts to around 45 mph over ridges. Moderate snow accumulations possible.
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Tuesday:
High: 42°F - Low: 25°F
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Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of snow showers. Not as cool. Highs 31 to 46.
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Wednesday:
High: 45°F - Low: 27°F
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Mostly cloudy with a chance of snow and rain. Highs 30 to 45.
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Thursday:
High: 51°F - Low: 29°F
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Mostly sunny. Not as cool. Highs 39 to 54.
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Friday:
High: 50°F - Low: 28°F
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Partly cloudy. Lows 24 to 39. Highs 40 to 55.
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Nearby Trails
Upper Salmon Lake Trail to Deer Lake (Distance: 0.2 mi)
Stunningly scenic Deer Lake is a popular destination at the height of summer, particularly on weekends. Good views abound along much of the trail, but the climax occurs at the lake, where the dramatic...
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From the guidebook "Afoot & Afield: Reno-Tahoe"
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Sierra City, CA - Hiking - length:4 mi
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Lower Salmon Lake Trail (Distance: 0.5 mi)
Most hikers bypass the trip to Lower Salmon Lake in favor of the Upper Salmon Lake Trail nearby. However, the fact that the Lower Salmon Lake Trailhead is unsigned may contribute to its relative lack ...
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From the guidebook "Afoot & Afield: Reno-Tahoe"
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Sierra City, CA - Hiking - length:1 mi
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Deer Lake Trail & Pacific Crest Trail Loop (Distance: 1.2 mi)
Whether you do this route as an 8-mile loop or as a 6-mile shuttle trip, you’ll experience great views from a 2.5-mile-long ridge and fine scenery at a picturesque lake. Without the shuttle, a 2-mile,...
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From the guidebook "Afoot & Afield: Reno-Tahoe"
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Sierra City, CA - Hiking - length:8 mi
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Snake Lake Drive in Lakes Basin Recreation Area (Distance: 1.6 mi)
Relatively short but obstacles and views are memorable. ATVs and dirt bikes are not allowed between Summit Lake and Oakland Pond. Very rocky and extremely steep above Snake Lake. Driven uphill, this p...
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From the guidebook "Guide to Northern California Backroads & 4-Wheel Drive Trails"
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Auburn, CA - Off-Highway Drives - length:9.6 mi
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Saxonia Lake (Distance: 2.1 mi)
Without a road granting shoreline access, Saxonia Lake escapes the summer traffic that nearby popular destinations such as Sardine and Packer lakes receive. Aside from hikers wandering off the beaten ...
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From the guidebook "Snowshoe Trails of California"
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Sierra City, CA - Snowshoeing - length:6.5 mi
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Nearby Hotels
Chalet View Lodge (Distance: 9 mi)
A Luxurious yet affordable lodging experience awaits you at Chalet View Lodge a stylish getaway to the splendor of the Mohawk Valley. Immerse yourself in spacious elegant accommodations and personaliz...
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72056 Hwy 70
Graeagle, CA 96103
Price from: $120
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Deer Creek Inn (Distance: 24 mi)
Deer Creek Inn is a 150 year old restored Queen Anne Victorian located in the historic Gold Rush town of Nevada City, California. The historic shopping and dining district on Broad Street is only foot...
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116 Nevada Street
Nevada City, CA 95959
Price from: $190
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Deer Creek Inn (Distance: 24 mi)
Deer Creek Inn is a 150 year old restored creeksside Queen Anne Victorian located in the historic Gold Rush town of Nevada City California. The historic shopping and dining district on Broad Street i...
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116 Nevada Street
Nevada City, CA 95959
Price from: $160
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