The Beauty of Grass Valley Lake Up in the San Bernardino Mountains
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The view of Grass Valley Lake up in the San Bernardino Mountains.
Photo by J Hanna
Self-portrait taken out at Grass Valley Lake in the San Bernardino Mountains.
Photo by J Hanna
Grass Valley Lake is a small lake located in the San Bernardino Mountains. It is not a lake that people can swim in, but it is very peaceful to walk around and enjoy the ducks swimming along its pond. One day in late November I took a walk down to Grass Valley Lake, and I enjoyed watching the ducks swim and create ripples in the water. There is something very serene about watching ducks in a small lake, which is more like a pond, and hearing them quack. Also, I enjoy photographing the boulders, reeds, and trees near Grass Valley Lake. The entire photo shoot at Grass Valley Lake was an aesthetically pleasing experience. If you are driving to the San Bernardino Mountains from the Los Angeles area, it will take about two hours to get here.
Driving Up To The San Bernardino Mountains
Today is a late November day up in the San Bernardino Mountains, and I have decided to take an early morning walk to Grass Valley Lake. Many people are yearning to go to black Friday sales and stock up on gifts for the holidays, but I just felt like going for a walk in the San Bernardino Mountains.
Grass Valley Lake with reeds near the shore.
Photo by J Hanna
Looking down at Grass Valley Lake.
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Reeds in the foreground, and ducks swimming on the water in the distance.
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Boulders and reeds near the lake make it look serene. The reflection of the tree in the water is very enjoyable to look at.
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Glancing down at the lake in the early morning.
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A long shot of Grass Valley Lake with the surrounding mountains in the distance.
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Another thing that I enjoyed photographing out at Grass Valley Lake was the sun glistening off the water, which reminded me of something much more magnificent that the most coveted diamonds in the world.
In the video above you can watch the water glistening off Grass Valley Lake.
Boulders and the reflection of trees on the Lake.
Photo by J Hanna
Reeds and a duck on the Lake.
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The reeds are the central focus of this photo on Grass Valley Lake.
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Two ducks swimming on the lake.
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Quack, quack go the ducks on Grass Valley Lake.
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The ducks create streams behind them as they paddle across the lake.
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Shiny water on Grass Valley Lake is more beautiful than diamonds. There is just something stunning about shining water, which makes the most expensive diamond pale in comparison.
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Another look at Grass Valley Lake.
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More ducks swimming on Grass Valley Lake.
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A solitary duck bobbing about on the lake.
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The north east corner of Grass Valley Lake.
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The duck can be seen from behind the reeds.
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I love to see the duck from behind the reeds on the edge of the lake.
Reflections in the water.
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The rocks near the shore of the small lake.
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The shadows of the trees reflected on the lake.
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The sun bounces and shines off the water.
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The reeds and the ducks are what make Grass Valley Lake serene.
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Sparkle and shine the day away, oh beautiful lake!
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The shimmer of Grass Valley Lake!
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The intense sparkle of the sun penetrating the water.
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Glistening and luxuriant day walking by the lake.
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Pine and oak trees all around Grass Valley Lake.
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The rays of sunshine beaming down on the lake below.
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People are not allowed to swim in Grass Valley Lake, but you can stroll by and admire its beauty.
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All that shimmers on Grass Valley Lake.
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The trees are reflected in the magnificent mirror of Grass Valley Lake.
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This would be a beautiful scene to paint.
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Gazing at the reflection of trees in the water.
Photo by J Hanna
The short video of Grass Valley Lake below allows you to experience the beauty and tranquility of this small body of water, right from the comfort of your computer. People all over the world can see what Grass Valley Lake looks like without ever having to travel to the San Bernardino Mountains.
People are not allowed to swim in Grass Valley Lake, but this is the ideal place to go on a walk if you are living or staying in the area. Also, stopping by Grass Valley Lake just to take a few pictures is a great way to relax, and for the ideal landscape photography opportunities. My photos always inspire my drawings, so I am always thinking of places where I can take inspirational pictures.
Looking out towards the south side of Grass Valley Lake.
Photo by J Hanna
I walked over two miles to take pictures of Grass Valley Lake on a late November morning.
The different shapes are fun to look at in the reflections of the water.
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There are many beautiful trees and ducks to be spotted on a walk to Grass Valley Lake.
Photo by J Hanna
Comments
SweetiePie (author) from Southern California, USA on November 30, 2011:
Hello, Hello,
Glad you enjoyed my photo tour of Grass Valley Lake in the San Benrardino Mountains.
Barbergirl28,
I have heard Lake Perris is bad for swimming, but I think the difference between it and Grass Valley Lake is the former still allows it. Lake Gregory is nice for swimming, and they even have water slides, which I think your kids might like. However, Grass Valley is great for a picnic and taking pictures.
Paradise7,
Thank you Paradise. I am sure you have many lovely places you walk as well.
Paradise7 from Upstate New York on November 29, 2011:
What an absolutely gorgeous spot! I envy you your walks up the mountain.
Stacy Harris from Hemet, Ca on November 29, 2011:
Thanks so much for the tip. Last year we were going to check out Lake Perris for some good old fashioned swimming and then I heard the horror stories. However, we like nature and walks and it would be cool to get out.
Hello, hello, from London, UK on November 29, 2011:
They were superb photos. Well done. Thank you forgiving so muchpleasure.
SweetiePie (author) from Southern California, USA on November 28, 2011:
Hi Barbergirl28,
I definitely recommend Grass Valley Lake as a fun place to stop and take pictures. You could even have a picnic lunch there. If you are looking for a lake to swim in - there is no swimming in this lake - recommend checking out Lake Gregory in Crestine, which is about twenty minutes from here.
Stacy Harris from Hemet, Ca on November 28, 2011:
Beautiful photos... looks like a great place to just unwind and getaway from the daily stresses of life. I might have to check that place out sometime!
SweetiePie (author) from Southern California, USA on November 26, 2011:
Thank you dinkan53!
dinkan53 from India on November 26, 2011:
Oh,I see any way like your photographs and rated the hub up and beautiful.
SweetiePie (author) from Southern California, USA on November 26, 2011:
Hi dinkan53,
I know there is a town named Grass Valley Lake, but this is a different Grass Valley Lake I have photographed and wrote about. This Grass Valley Lake is actually not much larger than a pond, and located near Lake Arrowhead in the San Bernardino Mountains.
dinkan53 from India on November 26, 2011:
Beautiful pictures and nice to watch ducks swimming. Heard about the The downtown Grass Valley area that it is one of the best preserved historic towns in the United States. Watched the photographs of the town and it is awesome! You can make a hub on that and the summer fair is also said to be interesting.
