Central California
Alpine Lake
Alpine Lake is located Approximately 55 miles southeast of Angels Camp at an elevation of 7,230 feet in the pristine Stanislaus National Forest. The lake has a surface area of 179 acres. All boating is allowed within a 10 mph speed limit. Campgrounds are located near the lake suitable for both tents and RV's along with a overflow area available. Rental boats are available as well as groceries, bait, tackle, gas, and a snack bar. Alpine is well noted by local fisherman as a premier lake for trophy rainbow trout. For more information contact USFS at (209) 795-1381. Western Sports Shop (415) 456-5454. Lake Alpine Lodge (209) 753-6358.
Aqueduct (Kern County)
The California Aqueduct is the principal water conveyance structure for the California State Water Project and is the first statewide water resources development in the United States. The Aqueduct runs from the Delta east of San Francisco, south 293 miles to the Tehachapi Mountains where it is pumped over the mountains to Los Angeles. The Aqueduct consists of a concrete canal, 40 ft. wide at the base, and has an average depth flow of 30 feet. Many areas along the Aqueduct are accessible for fishing, which can be enjoyed day or night. The California Aqueduct holds a wide variety of fish species, including striped and largemouth bass, catfish, carp, bluegill, and crappie. The excellent big catfish and striped bass fishing are most popular with Aqueduct anglers. Kern County Fishing Information (805) 833-8657.
Bass Lake
Bass Lake is located approximately 55 miles east of Madera at an elevation of 3,400 feet in the beautiful Sierra National Forest. Bass Lake contains 1,165 surface acres of water and is extremely popular for both fishing and water skiing. Multiple camping facilities are located around the lake accommodating tents, RV's, and group camping. All boating is permitted as well as water-skiing and jet-skis. Improved launching facilities are available as well as boat rentals, gas, bait, tackle, and groceries. Bass Lake holds both a variety of species of fish including rainbow and brown trout, catfish, bluegill, perch, crappie, bass, and Kokanee salmon. For more information contact Mariposa Ranger District at (559) 683-4665. Camping Reservations (800) 280-CAMP. The Pines Resort (800) 350-7463. Forks Resort (559) 642-3737. Bass Lake Chamber of Commerce (559) 642-3676.
Berryessa Lake
Berryessa is located in the beautiful wine country of the Napa Valley at an elevation of 440 feet. Lake Berryessa is one of the largest manmade lakes in California with a surface area of 13,000 acres and 175 miles of shoreline. The surrounding shoreline is covered with majestic oak and Manzanita. Water temperature in the summer can reach a comfortable 75 degrees that is excellent for swimming and water skiing. Rainbow and brown trout, catfish, crappie, bluegill, and silver salmon are all abundant. There are several resorts and camping facilities located on the west side of the lake. For more information contact the County of Solano Parks Department at (707) 421-7975. Spanish Flat Resort (707) 966-7700. Lake Berryessa Marina Resort (707) 966-2161. Napa Chamber of Commerce (707) 226-7455.
Blue Lakes
lue Lakes is located approximately 40 miles west of South Lake Tahoe at an elevation of 8,000 feet in the El Dorado National Forest. Both the upper and lower lakes have unimproved launch facilities suitable for small boats only. There are four campgrounds located near the lakes suitable for tents, trailers or RV's. Come prepared, facilities are limited. Blue Lakes offers excellent alpine trout fishing in a primitive and serene setting. For more information contact the PG&E Land Projects at (916) 386-5164. Sorenson's Resort (530) 694-2203.
Eastern Sierra Lakes(Topaz-Virginia)
