Lake Lowell

General data

Name: Lake Lowell
Water system: Columbia River
Water type: Artificial lake
Progression: Snake River (Columbia River tributary) -> Lake Wallula -> Columbia River -> Columbia River Estuary -> Pacific Ocean -> Planet Earth
Climates: Mountain
Continents: North America
Countries: United States of America

Lake Lowell is a large irrigation reservoir located near Nampa in southwestern Idaho, USA. The lake was created in the early 1900s as part of the Boise irrigation project and today covers around 16 square miles. It is part of the Deer Flat National Wildlife Refuge and serves as an important habitat for migratory birds and other wildlife.

Lake Lowell is an off-stream reservoir, meaning it is supplied mainly by irrigation canals connected to the Boise River system rather than by a natural river. Water from the reservoir eventually reaches the Snake River through irrigation drains, canals, and groundwater flow.

Lake Lowell is one of Idaho’s best-known warmwater fisheries. The reservoir is especially popular for largemouth bass fishing thanks to its shallow weedy habitat and flooded vegetation. Other fish species found in the lake include smallmouth bass, black crappie, bluegill, channel catfish, yellow perch, rainbow trout, and walleye.

Spring and fall are considered the best seasons for bass fishing, while crappie and bluegill fishing can also be productive during warmer months. The lake is popular with both shore anglers and boat fishermen.

In addition to fishing, Lake Lowell is a popular destination for boating, kayaking, birdwatching, swimming, and hiking. The surrounding wildlife refuge attracts thousands of migratory birds each year along the Pacific Flyway.

Lake Lowell

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