Lake of the Pines, California
Reservoir Private residential lake community and census-designated place
A private reservoir and residential community in California’s Sierra foothills, Lake of the Pines offers boating, swimming, walking trails, and seasonal community events rather than formal tourist infrastructure.
How to Get to Lake of the Pines, California #
Located in Nevada County near Grass Valley/Auburn area. Access is via private-community entrances; visitors need guest authorization from a resident or property manager. Nearest public roads include Deer Valley Road and Posey Canyon Road.
Tips for Visiting Lake of the Pines, California #
- Confirm access before traveling - Lake of the Pines is within a gated community and generally not open to the public.
- If invited as a guest, use the municipal office at the community gate for directions and any parking rules.
- Nearby Auburn and Grass Valley have public parks and trails if the lake itself is off-limits.
Best Time to Visit Lake of the Pines, California #
Access is determined by private community rules. Summers are warm and busiest; check access before planning a visit.
Weather & Climate near Lake of the Pines, California #
Lake of the Pines, California's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 2°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1003 mm/year), wettest in January with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (181 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (154 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 3 mm.
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August
August is mild with highs of 33°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 13°C. Light rainfall.
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October
October is cool with highs of 24°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm).
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December
December is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm).
