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Mammoth's
finest condominium rentals with spectacular forest and
mountain views.
Only a few blocks away from Lake Mary Rd
and the beautiful lakes of the Upper Lakes Basin.
Stay with us for the comforts of home after a fun day
of fishing.
Fishing
Opening
Day April 26, 2008
Visitors
travel far and wide to visit one of the most picturesque
places to fish in the whole Eastern Sierra. Whether
you are fly fishing or bait fishing, Mammoth Lakes offers
endless options of lakes and streams to spend your days
searching for that big catch. There are even fishing
Derbies to test your skills and win prizes (September will
give you a chance to win a million dollars). So,
visit Mammoth Lakes to enjoy fishing in beautiful lakes
with amazing mountain vistas.
With the fish hatcheries scattered about the valley, our
lakes and streams are stocked full of fish on a regular
basis. You will find Rainbow, Brown, Brook,
Cutthroat, and Golden trout in our waters so come prepared
for some fun and exciting catches.
Catch & Release
For those fish
that you decide not to keep, here are some instructions to
protect the fish. For the best results, use a barb
less hook or pinch down or file the barbs on a
standard hook. Try not to handle the fish but if you
must, use a soft cotton net or wet hands. Try not to
squeeze the fish but instead try picking it up by lower
jaw. Keep the fish in the water as much as possible.
If you see the hook, remove it.
If you can't see the hook, cut the line at the edge of the
fishes mouth. The fish will either pass the hook or
it will dissolve.
Recent studies have shown that these
methods will give the fish a 95% chance of survival.
Now
Open All Year Round.
Catch
and Release ONLY!
Owens
River, Hot Creek, and East Walker.*
If you are looking for more specific
Mammoth Lakes fishing information, supplies or a guide, check out
The Troutfitter:
In
order to fish in Mammoth, there are a few regulations that
you must follow:
* Anyone 16 yrs
and older must obtain a California Fishing License.
* Licenses are
available at most sporting goods stores and certain waters
have special regulations so make sure to consult a current
copy of the regulations.
* In Mono
County, fishing season ends Nov. 15th, 2008. *Year round
fishing for Owens River, Hot
Creek, and East Walker. Catch and Release
only.
* Free Fishing
Days: Dates to come.
Prices
are as follows:
Annual
resident sports fishing license
$37.30
1 day
resident/non resident sports fishing license
$12.10
2 day
resident/non resident sports fishing license
$18.65
Mammoth
Lakes Fishing Derbies
Dates
and activities to come for 2008.
Areas
to fish around Mammoth Lakes
Mammoth
Lakes Basin
From
Mammoth Ski and Racquet Club Lake Mary Rd is about three blocks
away. Once on Lake Mary Rd, you will be able to
spend multiple days fishing in Twin Lakes, Lake Mamie,
Lake Mary, and Lake George. Lake Mary seems to be
the best BIG fish producer but the most popular lake is
Twin Lake. These lakes provide fishing for all
abilities and bait (night crawlers and crickets) fishing
is best. Fly fishing, however, can be good in the
mornings. Enjoy the drive into these lakes as it is
a beautiful one and spend plenty of time exploring.
You may even choose to rent a boat versus fishing from
shore.
Duck
Pass
This one will require a bit more effort
(hiking) but is well worth it. You start your
journey at the trail head at Coldwater Campground; just
past Lake Mary off of Lake Mary Rd. The trail continues up a canyon with
ups and downs and switchbacks up some steep hills.
What makes this trail so appealing are two fold.
First, there are six lakes with awesome fly fishing that
you will encounter along the way all about a mile apart
until you reach the pass. Secondly, this area has
historical value for Mammoth Lakes. Along it you
will encounter an old miners cabin and mining machinery
left behind reminding us of those that were there before
us. Even though this one will require some hiking,
it is a favorite location for anglers, hikers, and runners
alike. Plan on spending the day and bring your
camera.
Owens
River
This is classic Mammoth River fishing. Fly fishing
here is great with slow meandering water to test
your skills and a lack of trees to capture your flies.
This is reputed to be a world-renowned fishery with an
amazing number of fish per mile. For bait fishing,
use eggs, worms, or spinners. To get there from Mammoth Ski and Racquet Club, head out of
town on Hwy 203 turning south on Hwy 395. Turn left at the
green church which is Benton Crossing Rd. Make your
next left on the dirt road and drive as far as you please.
The river winds around this whole area and there are many
dirt roads that will lead you to it. Just go ahead
and explore. The further out you go, the less people
you will encounter. This is a wonderful area which
is peaceful with the river, the valley, and the long
stretches of mountains in front of you. Since there
is not much shade, make sure to bring plenty of drinking
water and sunscreen.
Crowley
Lake
Crowley Lake is one of the most known of the lakes in the
area. Probably mostly due to how large of a lake it
is and it's proximity to Hwy 395. It is also some of
the best trout fishing in all of California. Even
though you are welcome to fish from shore, this lake is
best explored by a boat. Boats are available to rent
at the Marina. Crowley Lake has two fishing seasons
with specific regulation per season. Opening day to
August 1 there is a 5 fish per day, no size limit, and 10
in possession rule. August 2 to October 31, it's 2
fish per day, 18 in total length, and only artificial
lures with barbless hooks allowed. This lake is
about 10 miles south of Mammoth Lakes off of Hwy 395.
Convict
Lake and Creek
With
Convict lake nestled in an alcove of spectacular
mountains, this is a location that shouldn't be missed.
There is a launch ramp if you bring your own boat, boat
rentals if you don't and a wonderful trail that encircles
the entire lake. Whether you fish from your car,
walk the trail or hang out in a boat, the views are
tremendous. This is also a very deep lake which
catches the snow run off from the mountains around it and
is a great place to try for the big ones. One thing
that Convict Lake is known for is it's brilliant
restaurant, so take advantage and stop for a fine dinner
before heading back to your condo rental at Mammoth Ski
and Racquet Club.
June
Lake Loop
This is another one of those places that you will want to
spend a few day visiting. It is only 16 miles north
of Mammoth Ski and Racquet Club and is the
location of four large lakes and several streams.
Two miles from the junction of Hwy 395 and Hwy 158
(entrance to June Lake) you will crest a hill to view the
beauty of June Lake below. There is a marina where
you can rent a boat or just enjoy it from the shore.
Either way, don't forget to look up to see the awesome
mountains surrounding this loop of lakes. In the
spring with lots of run off, the waterfalls are
breathtaking. Past June Lake you will see Gull Lake,
Silver Lake and then Grant Lake. All are accessible
from the main road so you can't miss them. Enjoy
exploring these many lakes and streams.
San
Joaquin River
Probably the most picturesque of these location is the
area right outside of Mammoth Mountain's Main Lodge.
Being closed in winter, when they open this road, your
eyes will be the first to sparkle at the views of the
Minarets. You must take a shuttle into this area so
sit back and enjoy the journey. You can exit the
shuttle at Agnew or Red's Meadow and pick a spot to check
out. This river flows from Thousand Island Lake
which is high in the mountains to San Francisco Bay.
At least if you loose your favorite lure you will know
where to find it! haha Most fish here are around a
foot long but some have been caught a bit larger.
When you are done fishing, check out Devil's Post Pile or
Rainbow Falls. Just think of all the stories
of the huge fish that got away that you can tell to all of
the unsuspecting travelers as you ride the shuttle back to
your car. It will be good practice for when you get
back to your buddies at Mammoth Ski and
Racquet Club.
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