Mono Lake

A hypersaline lake with an unusually productive ecosystem. It is also a major nesting ground for various bird species in California. Mono Lake was also a major source of water for the Los Angeles area.

Volcanic activity has occurred in the lake, with the most recent at Paoha Island, a lava dome and cinder cone only about 250 years ago.

The movie "High Plains Drifter" with Clint Eastwood was shot here, centered on the fictional town of Lago which was on the shores.

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