Fishing the June Lake Loop

I will be traveling to the Sierras in May to test the fishing and provide first-hand information on early season conditions.

June Lake Loop:

In my opinion, this cluster of 4 beautiful lakes is ideal for a relaxing family getaway. North of Mammoth Lakes on Hwy 395 is the junction to the June Lake Loop ( Hwy 158 ). On Hwy 158 you will pass some of the most beautiful lakes in the Eastern Sierra. First is June Lake and the town of June Lake, Ca. Here you can grab a bite to eat, stock up on bait and tackle, and camp at 2 different campgrounds along the lake. Just beyond town lies the small and quiet Gull Lake. There are also 2 campgrounds located right off the highway next to Gull. Further down the winding road takes you to June Mountain Ski Resort, Reverse Creek, the Double Eagle Resort, and eventually Silver Lake. Silver Lake is a beautiful with it's aspen trees and glassy waters. There is a campground and RV park at Silver Lake, but if you want to stay in a rustic cabin, check out Silver Lake Resort. As you continue down Hwy 158, you will be driving alongside Rush Creek as it flows to Grant Lake and eventually Mono Lake to the north where you will find Hwy 395 once again.

June Lake: Fish alongside the south shore with access from the highway. Trout love the Power Bait and I recommend something bright in color. If you have a boat or want to rent one, the majority of the boaters fish the south east side of the lake and troll along the shores and deeper water.
Gull Lake: Fisherman's trail runs alongside the west side of this gem. Access to the trail is right off the highway next to the campground. All along this small and easy to hike trail are great fishing spots. I've had a lot of fun and success fishing these waters. It is a deep drop-off, so when it warms up in the summer and mid-day, the fish tend to stay near the bottom. Early morning and in the evening is when you can attempt to fish closer to the surface.
Silver Lake: This is my favorite of the 4 lakes. Early in the morning along the north side of the lake is best. There is a small creek that feeds the lake on this end with easy shoreline access and parking available. Set up close to the inlet and start fishing. You don't have to cast very far to get in the channel where these trout love to swim back and forth. You won't be disappointed!!
Grant Lake and Rush Creek: Rush Creek is a picturesque area with ample fishing locations all along it's banks. It is stocked by the DFG just like the rest of the lakes in the area, so there are always trout being pulled out of this creek. Rush Creek flows into the largest of the 4 lakes, Grant Lake. It's a big lake that offers not only fishing, but water skiing too. I like to fish the shallow waters near the Rush Creek inlet to the lake. Lots of dirt roads provide access to the shoreline, but be careful if you don't have 4 wheel drive.

www.silverlakeresort.net Silver Lake ( Stay Here!! )
www.ferncreeklodge.com June Lake
www.doubleeagle.com