Buck Lakes
Apache Trout • Cutthroat Trout
Buck Lakes is a popular fishing area in California, USA with various fish species, including Rainbow, Brook, Brown, and Cutthroat Trout. The lake is surrounded by beautiful scenery with hiking trails, kayaking, and camping opportunities nearby. Fishing tips include using lures, spinners, and bait like worms or power bait for best results. The best time to visit is from May to October when the temperature ranges from 50-80°F. It's also important to note that fishing licenses are required, and catch and release is encouraged to preserve the habitat. Get driving directions.
Weather Outlook
Fish Species
Apache Trout
The apache trout is considered to be critically endangered by the IUCN.
Cutthroat Trout
Cutthroat trout are the most widely distributed of all the western trouts of North America.
Area Streamflow Levels
Streamgauge | Discharge |
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Merced R A Pohono Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 529 cfs / 3.45 ft |
Cherry C Bl Valley Dam Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 8 cfs / 5.11 ft |
Tuolumne R Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 119 cfs / 3.54 ft |
Merced R A Happy Isles Bridge Nr Yosemite Ca | 247 cfs / 2.67 ft |
Eleanor C Nr Hetch Hetchy Ca | 201 cfs / 12.02 ft |
Nf Willow C Nr Sugar Pine Ca | 416 cfs / 4.54 ft |