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Clear Lake (Cerro Gordo Co., IA) - Cerro Gordo County
GPS Coordinates:
43.1268826, -93.4142692
Management:
None listed
Description:
Iowa's 3rd largest natural lake. Primarily used for boating and recreation.
Habitat:
Large natural lake averaging 8-10 feet in depth. There is a state park on the south shore that consists of a small sandy beach with adjacent picnic area. On the north shore is McIntosh Woods State Park which includes a small natural sandbar. At the far western edge is Ventura Marsh. Most of the shoreline of Clear Lake has been developed, but there is still a small tract of natural shoreline at the extreme southwest edge.
Directions:
The eastern half of Clear Lake is surrounded by the city of Clear Lake, in western Cerro Gordo County. At the western edge sits the city of Ventura.
Public Hunting Area
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Important Bird Area:
IBA Entry for Clear Lake (Cerro Gordo Co., IA)
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