- Island Lake (Nevada)
Infobox lake
lake_name = Island Lake
image_lake = IslandLakeNV.jpg
caption_lake =
image_bathymetry =
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location =Ruby Mountains ,Elko County, Nevada
coords = coord|40|36.9|N|115|22.9|W|region:US_type:waterbody|display=inline,title
type = tarn
inflow =
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catchment =
basin_countries = United States
length =
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area = convert|7.5|acre|ha|abbr=on
depth =
max-depth = convert|22|ft|m|abbr=on
volume =
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shore =
elevation = convert|9650|ft|m|abbr=on
islands =
cities =Island Lake is a glacial tarn in the
Ruby Mountains , in Elko County in the northeastern part of the state ofNevada . It is located in ahanging valley above Lamoille Canyon near the Road's End Trailhead, at approximately coord|40|36.9|N|115|22.9|W|region:US_type:waterbody, and at an elevation of 9650 feet (2940 m). It has an area of approximately 7.5 acres (3.0 hectares), and a depth of up to 22 feet (6.7 m). Island Lake is the terminus of a short hiking trail, and is a popular site for day trips, fishing, and camping.Island Lake is a minor source of flow for Lamoille Creek, which after exiting the mountains passes through the town of Lamoille, meanders down Lamoille Valley, and then merges with the main branch of the
Humboldt River .
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