57003 Road 225 LockA locked padlock This Lake is popular for fishing, water-skiing and riding personal watercraft. Small children and dogs count toward seating limits. The lake is stocked with 1500 lbs. (559) 877-2218 ext.0, High Sierra Ranger District
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Holly Springs follows the notification guidance provided by the state. The lake is a bit difficult to get to, but once you do, you will appreciate this wonderful uncrowded area. There is no fee to use the lake. For information on boating regulations make sure to check out the State of California Boating Safety website. These lakes are popular fishing lakes and are accessible from May through November. United States. Free public boat launching facilities are located at both lakes. 05-15-00-22-15 Washburn Fire Closure, Fire Restrictions Order No. To get there, take Hwy 41 north of Fresno to Road 222 (road to North Fork), continue on Road 222 through North Fork to the Italian Bar Road (Road 225). The lake is popular for water skiing, house boating, fishing, canoeing, and personal watercraft vehicles. Restrictions do apply on boating speeds between the hours of 8pm and 6 am. Phytoplankton are found at the base of the marine food chain therefore, all other life in the ocean relies on phytoplankton. People ages 16 and older need a North Carolina Inland fishing license which can be purchased online at, Bass No more than 5 per person, per day, with a minimum size of 14 inches, Catfish No more than 6 per person, per day, with a minimum size of 12 inches. Sailing is not recommended due to inconsistent winds. 20 mph from 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. entire lake, except from July 1st to September 10th the speed limit is 35 mph on the main body of the lake to China Bar. 05-15-00-21-24 SNF Camping Restrictions, Forest Order No. 5 mph from 8 p.m. - 6 a.m. entire lake, year round. Bass Lake also has several private boat rental and boat launching facilities, they include: Courtright and Wishon Reservoirs are two popular high country lakes located 80 miles east of Fresno via Hwy 168 to the Dinkey Creek Road and McKinley Grove Road. Boats must operate in a counter-clockwise pattern. Mammoth Pool Reservoir is closed to the public from May 1 until June 16 due to deer migration. Canoes are available after 5 p.m. on weekdays mid-June - mid-August for Bass Lake Summer Camp use. Between the hours of 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. the speed limit on the lake is 20 mph.
Rafting season is usually from late April to July depending on river runoff. A public boat launching ramp is located between College and Deer Creek Campgrounds. Several popular areas on the Forest area available for boating. Bass Lake is classified as a lake for recreational boating and fishing and does not allow contact activities such as swimming. Official websites use .gov A .gov
Both lakes have boat rentals and ferry service available at the following: Huntington Lake is located at 7,000 feet in elevation and is popular for sailing and fishing. The Kings River is a 1 1/2 hour drive east of Fresno towards Pine Flat Reservoir via the Trimmer Springs Road. 
Follow this road approximately 10 miles to the lake. Boats are required to be operated in a counter-clockwise pattern. 
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Several private rafting companies provide guided trips on the Kings River, they include: Mammoth Pool Reservoir is located on the San Joaquin River , 90 miles northeast of Fresno, via Hwy 41, Road 200 to North Fork and the Minarets Road to Mammoth Pool. The Merced River provides excellent whitewater with Class III and IV rapids. No permit is required. 
It is a 1 hour drive east from Fresno via Hwy 168. Most blooms occur when favorable environmental conditions exist, such as an extended photoperiod (sunlight) during summer, sufficient nutrients, and slow moving or stagnant waters. (Saturdays and Sundays only). No overnight camping or campfires are permitted on beaches. of catfish every other month mid-Spring - mid-Fall.
TTY: (559) 322-0425 Huntington Lake has private boat rentals and boat launching facilities. California Relay Service 711, https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/sierra/recreation/wateractivities/?cid=stelprdb5303586, Forest Order No. ) or https:// means you've safely Holly Springs works closely with the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality Water Resources Division and the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services to monitor and test the water quality for recreational use periodically throughout the year. Prather, CA 93651 North Fork, CA 93643 Both lakes have a 15-mile per hour speed limit. Portage is mandatory at North Fork Falls. ( Take-outs are at Briceburg, McCabe Flat, Railroad Flat, and Bagby Reservoir. Blooms may be particularly beneficial to certain fish species found in Bass Lake. Located approximately 2 1/2 hours from Fresno these lakes are accessible via Hwy 168 and the Kaiser Pass Road. The speed limit on the lake is 35 mph from 6am to 8pm, except where it is posted. They include: Sierra National Forest Headquarters The Merced River is a 1/2 hour drive north of Mariposa on Hwy 140. (559) 855-5355 ext.0, Hearing Impaired connected to the .gov website. Boats are rented 7 days a week Memorial Day - Labor Day. Whatever your boating choice, the Sierra National Forest provides numerous opportunities for canoeing, water skiing, sailing, fishing, windsurfing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, and house boating. Several private rafting companies provide guided trips on the Kings River, they include: This lake, located on the San Joaquin River, is a popular area for water skiing and fishing. Madera County Sheriffs Department administers the fees for boating which are based on the horsepower of the boat. Following any of these links will take you to more information on that area. Speed limits: It is a 1 1/2 hour drive north of Fresno on Hwy 41 and Road 222. Shaver Lake has private boat rentals and boat launching facilities. 05-15-00-21-25 SNF Parking Restrictions. Boat launch facilities are available at Sierra Marina and Camp Edison. Boats are rented on Saturdays and Sundays only in mid-March and in April, May, September and October.
Concession stand carries a variety of live and packaged bait. Registration is located at the Sheriffs tower along the north shore. On occasion, depending on lake conditions, algal blooms can occur on the lake. website belongs to an official government organization in the No personal watercraft of any type is allowed on Bass Lake. Wishon Reservoir has private boat rentals at: These secluded high country lakes are one of the best keep secrets in the High Sierra. United States government. Canoeing is best done close to shorelines. Put-ins are available at Winfrey Mine and Garnet Dike. A free public boat launch is available. (559) 297-0706, Bass Lake Ranger District It is an 1 1/2 hour drive northeast of Fresno via Hwy 168. 05-15-00-22-13, Sierra & Sequoia NF to hold virtual meetings about new Land Management Plan, Forest Order 05-15-00-22-12-SNF-Rec-Site-Road-Trail-Closure, Forest Order No. Algae are responsive to the physical and chemical conditions in the aquatic environment. This popular recreation area is located at 5,300 feet and is operated by Southern California Edison. Not all algal blooms are harmful, and some can actually be beneficial. on official, secure websites. Less than one percent of algal blooms actually produce toxins. Permits are not required. Free public boat launching facilities are available at the Wishon Boat Launch, located at the south end of the lake. Boat launching is free and no permits are required. There is a fee to use your boat on Bass Lake. An official website of the Box 8Holly Springs, NC 27540Phone: (919) 557-2939, Algal Blooms - N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, Fish Consumption Advisories - N.C. Department of Health and Human Services. For more information on algal blooms and updates on any fish advisories throughout the state, please see: Holly Springs Parks & Recreation104 W Ballentine StreetP.O. Rafting season is usually from late April to mid July depending on river runoff. No permit is required to raft the river. Bass Lake Spring boating season will open onMarch 19. A handicap accessible boat launch is available. Fees are $3 for launching and $5 for parking vehicle with trailer. Put-ins are available Redbud, Cranberry, Briceburg and Indian Flat. There is no fee or permit required. Their rapid reproduction may cause blooms. They include: The Kings River offers an enjoyable ten-mile rafting run with Class III and IV rapids.
