Lake Ralphine
Reservoir in Sonoma County, California
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Lake Ralphine is a reservoir in Howarth Memorial Park in the city of Santa Rosa, in the U.S. state of California.
LocationSonoma County, California[1]
Coordinates38°27′18″N 122°40′01″W[1]
Primary outflowsa tributary of Santa Rosa Creek[2]
| Lake Ralphine | |
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 waterfowl on Lake Ralphine, 2010 | |
  Lake Ralphine  Lake Ralphine | |
| Location | Sonoma County, California[1] |
| Coordinates | 38°27′18″N 122°40′01″W[1] |
| Type | reservoir[1] |
| Primary outflows | a tributary of Santa Rosa Creek[2] |
| Catchment area | 0.15 sq mi (0.39 km2)[2] |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 19 acres (7.7 ha)[2] |
| Water volume | 387 acre⋅ft (477,000 m3)[2] |
| Surface elevation | 256 ft (78 m)[1] |
| Settlements | Santa Rosa |
Fishing
History
The lake is formed by an earthen dam which dates back to 1882.[2] It was built by Colonel Mark Lindsay McDonald and named after his wife. In 1947 it was purchased by the City of Santa Rosa.[5]
Access
The lake is encircled by trails (Eagle Scout Trail and Old Fisherman's Trail) which connect to the Howarth Park parking lot off of Summerfield Road. Horses and motorized vehicles are not allowed on these trails.[6]
In season, kayaks, paddle boats, canoes, rowboats, and sailboats are available for rent, and there is a launch ramp for private boats.[7]