Eastern Sierra’s
Bridgeport Lake
Bridgeport Reservoir rests at an elevation of 6,500 feet near the quaint mountain community of Bridgeport. This 4,400 surface acre lake holds a large number of huge brown trout. All boating is permitted as well as overnight boating. There are two campgrounds located on the east shore along with a full service marina and improved launch facilities. Backpacking, swimming, biking, and hunting are also available in the area. For more information contact Falling Rock Marina (760) 932-7001. Kens Sporting Goods (760) 932-7707. Paradise Shores Park (760) 932-7735.
Convict Lake
Convict Lake is one of the most beautiful places in the Eastern Sierra with crystal clear water surrounded by steep rugged mountain peaks. Convict has three miles of pine-covered shoreline resting at an elevation of 7,583 feet. There are two campgrounds located at the lake suitable for tents or RV's (no hookups, open April through October). Power boats are permitted with launch facilities and rentals available. Convict holds a good population for both brown and rainbow trout with many trophy fish taken yearly. For more information contact Convict Lake Resort at (800) 992-2260.
Crowley Lake
Situated in the Eastern High Sierras at an elevation of 6,500 feet Crowley offers some of the best trout fishing in the state. This 650-acre lake is home to many ten pound plus brown trout. In addition to trout, Crowley also is famous for excellent Sacramento perch fishing. Trout season starts last Saturday April through July 31. All boating is permitted with improved launch facilities and rentals available. There are several campgrounds situated around the lake suitable for both tents and RV's; some with full service hookups. For more information call Crawley Lake Fish Camp at (760) 935-4301. Chamber of Commerce (760) 935-4666.
Huntington Lake
Huntington Lakes rests at an elevation of 7,000 feet in the majestic Sierra National Forest. This man-made lake is 6 miles long and 1/2 mile wide with 14 miles of forested shoreline. There are several campgrounds situated around the lake that are operated by USFS, suitable for tent, RV's and group camping. All boating is permitted as well as water-skiing and jet-skis with full service marinas and improved launch facilities available. Huntington is well stocked with rainbow trout and also holds brown and brook trout as well as kokanee salmon. For more information contact Pine Ridge Ranger Station at (559) 855-5360. Rancheria Marina (559) 893-3234. Camping Reservations (800) 280-CAMP. Eastwood Visitors Center (559) 893-6611.
Indian Creek Reservoir
Indian Creek Reservoir is located approximately 40 miles southwest of Carson City, resting on the eastern slope of the Sierra's at an elevation of 5,650 feet. The lake has 160 surface acres of water and is surrounded by heavily pine forested shoreline. There are several campgrounds located at the lake accommodating tent. RV, and group camping (no hookups & no reservations excepted). Only small boats are permitted with a speed limitation of 5 mph, however, paved launching facilities are available. No swimming is allowed in the lake. Indian Creek Reservoir holds a good population of both rainbow and brown trout. For more information contact the Carson City BLM office at (775) 885-6000. Grover's Corner (530) 694-2562. Grover Hot Springs (530) 694-2248. Alpine Chamber of Commerce (530) 694-2475.
Northern California Lakes(Siskiyou-Whiskeytown)
