HIGHLAND LAKES

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CAMPING CALIFORNIA

Highland Lakes


April 17, 2024

Highland Lakes Camping Area is a picturesque campground located in the state of California. Situated in a stunning natural setting, it offers a range of amenities to enhance the camping experience. The campground provides picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets, ensuring visitors have the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay. Additionally, there is a nearby lake where campers can enjoy fishing and swimming activities.

Reservations are not accepted at Highland Lakes Camping Area, making it a first-come, first-served campground. It is advised to arrive early, especially during peak seasons, to secure a camping spot. The best time to visit this camping area is during the summer months when the weather is pleasant, and activities like fishing and swimming in the lake are enjoyable. However, be aware that the campground tends to get crowded during weekends and holidays, so planning a mid-week trip might be a good idea to avoid overcrowding.

While exploring the Highland Lakes camping area, campers should be cautious of wildlife encounters, particularly bears. It is important to store food securely and dispose of trash properly to prevent attracting these animals. Additionally, it is recommended to bring bug spray as the campground is known to have mosquitoes during certain times of the year. Overall, Highland Lakes Camping Area offers a tranquil and scenic environment for a memorable camping experience in the beautiful state of California.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Lane Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Lewis Lakes

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Lower Blue Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Pinecrest Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Highland Creek

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

High Emigrant Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Blue Lakes

Apache Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout

Angora Lakes

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Cascade Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Hobart Creek

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Evergreen Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Koenig Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Fallen Leaf Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Buck Lakes

Apache Trout Cutthroat Trout

Highland Lakes

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Brook Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Lower Long Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Brook Trout

Topaz Lake

Alligator Gar Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Bigelow Lake

Apache Trout Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Caples Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Black Sea Bass Lake Trout
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Rafting & Kayaking

STATE PARK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR TO NF BOUNDARY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, Nevada
EAST BRANCH NELSON CREEK HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH NELSON CREEK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
WEST BRANCH NELSON CREEK HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH NELSON CREEK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
CONFLUENCE WITH EAST AND WEST BRANCHES OF NELSON CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK FEATHER WSR
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH NELSON CREEK
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California
HEADWATERS OF EAST FORK CANYON CREEK (SEC 13, T21N, R10E) TO CONFLUENCE WITH SOUTH FORK CANYON CREEK
Upper Yuba Watershed, California
SEC 17, T25N, R14E TO CONFLUENCE WITH LAST CHANCE CREEK
East Branch North Fork Feather Watershed, California
CONFLUENCE WITH SQUAW QUEEN CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH RED CLOVER CREEK
East Branch North Fork Feather Watershed, California
GOLD LAKE HIGHWAY TO NF BOUNDARY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, California

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