Eastern Sierra’s
Topaz Lake
Topaz rests on the California - Nevada state line at an elevation of 5,012 feet. Topaz Lake has approximately 25 miles of shoreline surrounded by sage covered mountains. Topaz is closed for fishing from October 1st through the end of December. The lake permits all boating as well as overnight boating and jet-skis. Topaz has improved launch facilities, a full service marina and boat rentals available. There are several campground situated around the lake, most with full service hookups. Topaz offers excellent fishing with rainbow trout heavily stocked and large native brown trout abundant. For more information contact the Douglas County Recreation Area at (775) 266-3343. Topaz Lake RV Park (530) 495-2357. Topaz Marina (775) 266-3236.
Twin Lakes
Twin Lakes are located approximately 12 miles southwest of Bridgeport at an elevation of 7,000 feet in the beautiful Eastern Sierra's. Complete resort and marine facilities are available with several campgrounds suitable for tent, RV, and group camping. Power water craft is allowed (water-skiing in upper lake only) and boat rentals are available at the marina as well as improved launch facilities. Groceries, bait, tackle, and cabins are available near the lake. Twin Lakes provide excellent fishing for large rainbow and brown trout and also contains a good population of eastern brook and Kamloop trout. For more information contact Twin Lakes Resort at (760) 932-7751. Upper Twin Lakes (760) 932-7071. Bridgeport Ranger District (760) 932-7070. Camping Reservations (800) 280-CAMP. Mono Village (760) 932-7071. Doc and Al's Resort (760) 932-7051.
Virginia Lakes
Virginia Lakes are located approximately 20 miles southeast of Lee Vining at an elevation of 9,700 feet in the Sierra National Forest. Virginia Lakes consists of ten small lakes and offers a wilderness like setting with adequate supplies and facilities located near the lakes. There are two improved camping facility accommodating both tents and RV's (no hookups); group camping available. Boating is limited to non-powered and electric boats with a 10 mph restriction; launching facilities and rentals are available. Virginia Lakes is truly the trout fisherman's paradise providing both quality and quantity rainbow and German brown trout. Groceries, cabins, bait, tackle, and public bathing facilities are available at the lakes. For more information contact Bridgeport Ranger District at (760) 932-7070. Camping Reservations (800) 280-CAMP. Virginia Lakes Resort (760) 647-6484. Virginia Lakes Pack Outfit (760) 937-0326.
Eastern Sierra Lakes(June -Tahoe)
