COWBOY LAKE

Fishing Weather Hydrology
November 2, 2024

Cowboy Lake fishing area is situated in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, USA. The lake is home to Rainbow, Brook, and Brown Trout, which makes it a great spot for fishing enthusiasts. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife watching. The best tips for fishing in Cowboy Lake are to use small flies, spinners, or lures and to fish during the early morning or late afternoon. The best time to visit is from May to October, with temperatures averaging 60 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dropping to 30 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit at night.

Featured Fish - Apache Trout

iving in lakes and streams, this fish will eat insects, invertebrates and small minnows. They are typically targeted using very light spinning or fly tackle using nymphs, wet or dry flies, worms or salmon eggs. These fish may also strike small spinner baits or spoons but some areas where these fish can be found have enacted policies where anglers may only use artificial lures so check all regulations before targeting these fish. The following are fishing methods used to catch this fish: The body coloration is golden-yellow or olive yellow, with a golden belly, and Parr marks (vertical bars) can be seen on juveniles, but these marks typically disappear in larger individuals. Spots can be seen in an even distribution of pronounced, moderate-sized, rounded or oval black spots on the sides of the body and on top of the head. These spots may sometimes extend below the lateral line and onto the dorsal and caudal fins. The top of the Apache trout’s head and back is typically dark olive to brown and a black stripe appears to go through each eye because of the presence of two small black dots on either side of the pupil. Below the lower jaw, there is a dash of color that will range from yellow to darker gold. The dorsal, pelvic, and anal fins are tipped with a white to orange color and the adipose fin is usually bordered with a black margin.

INTERACTIVE MAP

Fish Species
  • Image Alt Brook Trout


  • Image Alt Brown Trout


  • Image Alt Cutthroat Trout


  • Image Alt Golden Trout


  • Image Alt Rainbow Trout


WEATHER TODAY

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Hourly Forecast
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Long Term Forecast
Next 16 Days

Streamflow Levels

117

Cubic Feet Per Second

100

Cubic Feet Per Second

48

Cubic Feet Per Second

168

Cubic Feet Per Second

22

Cubic Feet Per Second

1410

Cubic Feet Per Second

113

Cubic Feet Per Second

Point of Interest

Modoc National Wildlife Refuge

Modoc National Wildlife Refuge

Modoc National Wildlife Refuge is located in the northeastern corner of California and covers an area of 7,000 acres. The refuge was established in 1960 to provide habitat for migratory birds and other wildlife. There are several reasons to visit Modoc National Wildlife Refuge, including birdwatching, hiking, hunting, and fishing. One of the main points of interest at the refuge is the abundance of migratory birds, including sandhill cranes, ducks, and geese. Visitors can observe these birds in their natural habitat from observation areas or by taking a guided tour. The refuge also offers several hiking trails that allow visitors ...