Spicer Reservoir is located eight miles southwest of Highway 4 on Spicer Reservoir Road, in a timbered setting at 6,600 foot elevation. It has a surface area of 2,000 acres when full. A boat ramp with turnaround area and movable dock is available. No overnight mooring is permitted. Maximum speed on the western portion of the lake is 10 mph; the eastern portion, surrounded by the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness, is managed for non-motorized uses only. Spicer Campground and Spicer Group Campground are nearby. A Wilderness Permit (available at the Calaveras Ranger District Office free of charge) is required for shoreline camping in the eastern (non-motorized) portion of the lake. Open June to October.