Keswick Reservoir, part of the Sacramento River watershed, harbors both cold-water species like rainbow and brown trout and warm-water species akin to those at Shasta Dam.
The original bed of Whiskey Creek is now an arm of the lake. Where it becomes narrow like the original river is this boat launch and the picnic area with …
Elevated overlook across the lake with info panels about the flooding of the historic town and the issues around hydropower and nature. The visitor center provides more background, hiking info, water, and restrooms.
Just before the gate closing off the upper sections of Whiskey Creek Road the picnic area provides access to the arm of the lake along the original river, as well as restrooms and drinking water.