SHEEP CREEK - KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARK

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Sheep Creek - Kings Canyon National Park


April 23, 2024

Sheep Creek Campground, located in Kings Canyon National Park, California, offers a serene camping experience surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty. The campground provides a range of amenities to enhance your stay, including picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. However, it's important to note that there is no potable water available at the campground, so campers should come prepared with their own supply.

Reservations are not accepted at Sheep Creek Campground, and campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Arriving early in the day is recommended, especially during peak season, to secure a spot. The best time to visit this camping area is typically during the summer months when the weather is mild and the wildflowers are in bloom. However, it's important to be prepared for unpredictable weather, as temperatures can drop significantly at night.

Exploring the surrounding area, campers can embark on scenic hikes, such as the Sheep Creek Trail, which offers stunning views of the canyon and opportunities to spot wildlife. Visitors should also be cautious of bears in the area and should take necessary precautions to store food securely. Overall, Sheep Creek Campground provides a peaceful and picturesque camping experience, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Kings Canyon National Park.




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Fishing Destinations

                                                       

Wishon Reservoir

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Jennie Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Rainbow Trout

Blackrock Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Fourth Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Rae Lake

Apache Trout Golden Trout

Lake Sabrina

Apache Trout Golden Trout

Lower Honeymoon Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Bearskin Creek

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Diamond-X Lake

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Horton Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Second Lake

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Kelp Bass

Margaret Lake

Alligator Gar Apache Trout Brook Trout

Funnel Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass

Fifth Lake

Apache Trout Golden Trout

Red Lake

Apache Trout Rainbow Trout

Lower Lamarck Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Golden Trout

Big Meadows Creek

Apache Trout Rainbow Trout

Lobe Lakes

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Harvey Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Chimney Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Hobler Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass

Balch Park Lakes, eastern lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Grass Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Kelp Bass

Hume Lake

Apache Trout

First Lake

Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Spotted Bass

Hume Lake Fishing Pier (north)

American Eel Apache Trout Black Sea Bass Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Lower Golden Trout Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Golden Trout Rainbow Trout

George Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Brown Trout Kelp Bass Smallmouth Bass

Desolation Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Bullfrog Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Balch Park Lakes, western lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Lower Desolation Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout

Scepter Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Hooper Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Granite Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Weaver Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout

Tenmile Creek

American Eel Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Steelhead

Little French Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Old Pipe Lake

Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass

Coronet Lake

Apache Trout Blue Catfish Bluegill Kelp Bass Largemouth Bass Rainbow Trout

Spillway Fishing Site

Black Crappie Black Sea Bass Blue Catfish Bluegill Common Carp Largemouth Bass

Hume Lake Fishing Pier (south)

Apache Trout Atlantic Salmon Black Crappie Blue Catfish Bluegill Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Bishop Creek

Apache Trout Brook Trout

Big Chief Lake

Apache Trout Brook Trout Brown Trout Rainbow Trout

Apollo Lake

Apache Trout Brown Trout Kelp Bass Rainbow Trout Smallmouth Bass
                                                                                                                       
                                               

Rafting & Kayaking

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HEADWATERS TO CONFLUENCE WITH EAST CARSONRIVER
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MILL CREEK
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ATASTRA CREEK
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RELIEF RESERVOIR OUTLET TO CONFLUENCE WITH CLARK FORK
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WILDERNESS BOUNDARY TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK STANISLAUS
Upper Stanislaus Watershed, California
ROUGH CREEK
East Walker Watershed, California
HEADWATER DEADMAN CREEK TO CONFLUENCE WITH MIDDLE FORK STANISLAUS RIVER
Upper Stanislaus Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO WILDERNESS BOUNDARY
Upper Stanislaus Watershed, California

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