Alpine lake

Alpine lake

Alpine lakes are classified as lakes or reservoirs at high altitudes, usually starting around 5,000 feet in elevation above sea level or above the tree line.

Alpine lakes are usually clearer due to the colder water which decreases the speed and amount of algae and moss growth in the water. Often these lakes are surrounded by varieties of pine trees, aspens and other high altitude trees.

Famous alpine lake

* Lake Tahoe

ee also

* alpine tundra
* alpine climate


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