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Summer 2022
SMALL RESERVOIRS/ PRIVATE LAKES
Another great resource is the many small private lakes and reservoirs. Many of these are only accessible by permit, residency, etc., but can be a lot of fun to fish. Also, a variety of these have boat limitations (electric motors only, etc.).
Honestly – some of the biggest fish I’ve caught in my lifetime have been from some of these locations. Especially if they are local – it’s easy to throw your kayak in the truck, fish for an hour or two in the evening and have a great time. Lake of the Pines, Wildwood, Rollins, Contra Loma, Paradise Lake, Stony Gorge, East Park, etc. are all excellent examples. Don’t overlook your manmade residential sub-division lakes either. I’m fortunate enough to have a several acre lake where I live and it can be a ton of fun to fish.
numbers vary among these waters but they call can pose a new challenge and offer some rewarding fisheries. I have personally seen some trophy bass out of Lake Britton (which also offers great crappie fishing), Trinity, Butts and Antelope. My dad held the lake record out of Antelope for years when I was a kid. •
So, this summer when all the launch ramps are closed or clogged with the seasonal knuckleheads make some plans to do some exploring. Give yourself a challenge and target some different fish in some new places and with the price of gas – it
HIGH MOUNTAIN LAKES
Often overlooked, but a little off the beaten path are the many smaller mountain lakes that provide great bass fishing. A few examples include Trinity, Butts Lake, Lake Britton, Ruth Lake, Antelope Lake, and Sly Creek. There are numerous others. Accessibility, crowds, species and
probably wouldn’t hurt to spend a little more time in the kayak and save some cash. Or, get out and explore something new and challenge yourself with fishing some new water.
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