Mojave Desert Lake
by Renee Sullivan
Title
Mojave Desert Lake
Artist
Renee Sullivan
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Photograph - Photography
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I must say, I was surprised at the raw beauty of Lake Mead. Just a short drive from my new home, and also a short drive from Las Vegas Nevada, the lake is a startling contrast of desert and water, mountains and canyons, primitive backcountry, and busy marinas.
Dams that back up the Colorado River as it flows through one of the hottest, driest regions on earth created Lake Mead and Lake Mohave.
Established as America's first national recreation area, it is a destination for millions of visitors who flock to the desert for boating, fishing, swimming and water-skiing. Attracted at first by the cool, refreshing water, visitors find other unexpected rewards. The quiet, stark beauty of the Mojave Desert with it's dramatic exposed geology and the surprising abundance of specially adapted plant and animals offers a variety of experiences for everyone.
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January 28th, 2015
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Gary Richards
Glad there is still some water in the lake! I see where the water level has dropped tremendously over the last few years! My dad was part of the CCC who actually helped in the building of the lake. I have pictures of him when he was stationed there.
Renee Sullivan replied:
Yes, isn't is amazing (and a bit scary) how much the lake is down? It makes for a more dramatic photo, but I'm sure not everyone is happy about it. How cool that your dad helped make that happen!!
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