Fishing and Hiking Report!!

I spent 4 days in the Sierras and it was picture perfect weather and great fishing!

Staying in the June Lake Loop area, I was able to fish the surrounding lakes, creeks and rivers.

Walker Lake --> located along the June Lake Loop between Grant Lake and Hwy 395, Walker Lake has always been a favorite of mine. An easy to drive dirt road leads you up towards Bloody Canyon. At the end of the road is a well established parking area and pit toilet where you can gear up for the hike and fishing experience. Once you're lakeside, find any spot along that south shore trail and get you line wet. I caught 3 beautiful fish while visiting this lake and all were caught on Power Bait. A couple of 1 pound rainbows and a 2-3 pound brook trout!! My father hooked up a 5-6 pound brown trout before snapping the line while trying to land the monster fish. It was amazing, for sure. Be prepared for a steep hike back to the car!! Bring lots of water!!

Rush Creek --> just before Rush Creek flows into Grant Lake has always been good fishing for me. Grant Lake is much lower than I have ever seen it, but it is also a controlled level, so there may be good reasons for it. Nevertheless, I put a Panther Martin in the water and walked the creek. I had a few strikes, but didn't land any fish. My dad did pull in a nice rainbow while he was there. Great scenery and the challenge of finding those elusive trout made for a great experience.

Owens River --> this amazing river starts above Crowley Lake from several mountain creeks coming together to form a large water flow. Any portion of the Owens River above Crowley Lake is considered the upper Owens. I have never fished the upper portion of this amazing river until this last trip. Beautiful landscapes come to life along this section of river in the Long Valley. Access would be via Benton Crossing Rd. off the 395 hwy between Crowley and Mammoth Lakes. I caught several small trout on Panther Martins and saw even bigger fish jumping. What a great fishing experience!! This portion of the Owens River requires you to use barbless hooks and you have 2 fish limit. Check and read all fishing regulations!!

It was an amazing trip and I will be posting some images from the trip very soon.

Check out all the links I have provided for accomodations in this area!!