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“Spellbinding” perfectly describes this mountain
reservoir’s terrain, as your eyes take in sunlit
ripples glistening on the water’s surface. Thick
stands of conifer trees flank the shoreline,
providing plenty of shady pullout access areas
to relax on for a spell.
Over the years, the gorgeous conifer forest
and craggy mountain landscape surrounding
Ice House Reservoir became known as the
“Switzerland of California.” With such a
name, it is not surprising that Ice House
Reservoir provides a playground for outdoor
sport enthusiasts. Whether your preference
is canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, or
hiking, you will find it all at this
magnificent getaway.
The wide range of outdoor recreational
activities to enjoy at Ice House Reservoir
makes it a popular summer destination and an
ideal paddling retreat. After a leisurely
paddle, take a hike on the Ice House
Mountain Bike Trail, carved into the rolling
hills parallel to the road into the camp.
The trail stretches for 3.1-miles along
ridge tops and rugged northern slopes, and
boasts views of the reservoir and the
Crystal Range.
One of the reasons you’ll see numerous
paddlers on Ice House Reservoir in the
mornings,
and windsurfers in the late afternoon, is
due to the gusty winds that frequently occur
here by midday.
For those less interested in active sports,
Ice House Reservoir is still a perfect place
to relax and enjoy breathtaking scenery
while sitting by a crackling fire.
Map of Ice House Reservoir
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