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Old 12-04-2019, 10:18 AM   #1
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Trout fishing + Camping in the winter?

Hey all,

I was hoping for a bit of advice....
I had a great first trip up to June loop earlier this year (thanks for all of the regular reports and info Saba)

I was just chatting with my buddy at my local bait shop about good trout spots (lake or river) and he was saying up near five bridges has been getting really good catch reports following a massive stocking up there.

I'm still really ignorant to good spots near Bishop/Sierras and understand pretty much any camping spots are closed for the season at this point.

My wife's only real complaint about Silver Lake was how RV-friendly and heavily populated it was (I think our neighbors had a giant flatscreen tv setup with an outdoor living room to watch football), as she prefers either tent-only or hike-in camping in more thickly wooded areas.

I'll fish anywhere, but anyone with a ring on their finger knows there are priorities to consider.

I'd say a good example of what I'm looking for would be something like Limekiln up in Big Sur, but freshwater... That place is awesome, but I'm not too inclined to launch a kayak by myself up there.

Does anyone have any recommendations around cabins/tent camping during the winter months with nearby trout/salmon fishing in mind? I had a pretty good experience at Big Bear this past spring, but I'm looking a bit more off the beaten path.
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Old 12-04-2019, 10:44 AM   #2
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How about Lake Silverwood? They have stripers.

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Old 12-04-2019, 12:16 PM   #3
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Also interested in these types of places. I’ll keep eyes on this thread.
I’ve been thinking about trying this place out for some time now but haven’t had the chance or excuse to do so yet.

Pleasant Valley Owens River Campground
Bishop, CA 93514
https://goo.gl/maps/p1ETUyjhfxSMgrrA7
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Old 12-04-2019, 05:43 PM   #5
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Isn’t Irvine lake closed?
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Old 12-04-2019, 05:46 PM   #6
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I also explored silver lake a few times after reading Saba’s stories and would like to do some winter trout fishing. Have been planning to look into the SD county lakes and would appreciate any guidance for the community.
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Old 12-04-2019, 06:58 PM   #7
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Also interested in these types of places. I’ll keep eyes on this thread.
I’ve been thinking about trying this place out for some time now but haven’t had the chance or excuse to do so yet.

Pleasant Valley Owens River Campground
Bishop, CA 93514
https://goo.gl/maps/p1ETUyjhfxSMgrrA7
Thanks for the share! this looks really interesting, and from a bit of research it looks like there's a ton of good hiking in the area.
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Old 12-05-2019, 12:09 PM   #8
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Isn’t Irvine lake closed?
Closed to watercraft and camping. Open for shore fishing. My point is that you don't need a secluded spot to find good winter trout fishing w/ camping.
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Old 12-07-2019, 04:17 PM   #9
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Cuyamaca lake
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Old 12-08-2019, 03:23 PM   #12
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OH MAN don't I wish. I've watched most of Robert Field's videos on that place. I've the means, but have been trying to be diplomatic with the wife about expensive destination trips. Good news is there's a yoga/surf retreat next door and they're nominally open to splitting a package between the two.
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Nice tip! I love Julian, and had no idea about this spot.
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Cuyamaca is supposed to get stocked with large trout second week of this month and has tent, RV/w hook ups or not (no sewer) and has cabins and condo for rent too. Check out their web site cause there is also Duck hunting on Wednesdays and Sundays.
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There a lots of hiking trails in the area and if you are more hard core, the Pacific Crest Trail goes by near the area.
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Cuyamaca is supposed to get stocked with large trout second week of this month and has tent, RV/w hook ups or not (no sewer) and has cabins and condo for rent too. Check out their web site cause there is also Duck hunting on Wednesdays and Sundays.

I grew up going to Cuyamaca. Pinzanita Campground is nearby. Might be too "RV" for your tastes but is an option.
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Old 12-10-2019, 09:29 AM   #17
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If you got Cuyamaca for camping, be aware of drunken Marines that bring "ladies of the evenings" there.

They get so drunk, that even go to ladies bathroom.

I was there many years ago, and had not such a good trip.

I myself am going for ice fishing for trout in the winter. First Wyoming, then Colorado.

However, it is not for everyone. Lots of specialized gear is required for comfortable and safe trip.

You might have seen some of my reports.
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Old 12-12-2019, 03:19 PM   #18
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Crowley Lake

I want to say Crowley opens up in early January. They have 3 small cabins among the campsites that were pretty cheap. I want to say 4 nights around fathers day was only a bout $700.

I have always had luck at Crowley. Aligator Point and the Green Banks were very productive on our last trip.

https://www.crowleylakefishcamp.com/cabins
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