WEST WALKER RIVER

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FISHING CALIFORNIA

West Walker River


April 27, 2024

The West Walker River fishing area in California is a haven for anglers seeking trout, especially brown and rainbow trout. Nearby activities include hiking, camping, and wildlife watching. Fishing tips include using small midge flies and nymphs in the river's slower-moving sections. The best time of year to visit is from late April to mid-November, with average temperatures ranging from 60-80°F. It's worth noting that water levels can fluctuate depending on snowmelt and rainfall, so it's best to check conditions before planning a trip.



Fish Species
Image Alt Apache Trout
Image Alt Rainbow Trout

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Area Boat Ramps

MERALS POOL PUT-IN
Upper Tuolumne Watershed, California
TOPAZ PARK ROAD DOUGLAS COUNTY
West Walker Watershed, Nevada
INDIAN CREEK CAMP GROUND DAY USE AREA
Upper Carson Watershed, California
RAMP ROAD MONO COUNTY
East Walker Watershed, California
AMADOR COUNTY
South Fork American Watershed, California
NAVY BEACH PADDLE BOAT LAUNCH
Mono Lake Watershed, California
SUMMIT LAKE TRAIL ALPINE COUNTY
Upper Carson Watershed, California
GULL MEADOWS CAR TOP BOAT LAUNCH
Mono Lake Watershed, California
FOREST ROUTE 1N04, GROVELAND
Upper Tuolumne Watershed, California
FOREST ROUTE 1N10 TUOLUMNE COUNTY
Upper Tuolumne Watershed, California

Rafting & Kayaking

STATE HIGHWAY 50 TO 1/4 MILE NORTH OF STATE HIGHWAY 50
South Fork American Watershed, California
HELL HOLE DAM TO ELLICOTTS BRIDGE
North Fork American Watershed, California
HEADWATERS SE 1/4 OF SEC 10, T18, R15E TO STAMPEDE RESERVOIR
Truckee Watershed, California
HEADWATERS TO SOUTH OF UPPER TRUCKEE ROAD (SEC LINE BETWEEN 17/20 INTERCEPTS RIVER AND UNNAMED TRIBUTARY)
Lake Tahoe Watershed, California
FRENCHMAN RESERVOIR TO NF BOUNDARY
Middle Fork Feather Watershed, Nevada
HEADWATERS TO TRAILHEAD
Truckee Watershed, California
HEADWATERS IN SEC 7, T11N, R18E TO BLAIR BRIDGE
Lake Tahoe Watershed, California
1/4 MILE NORTH OF STATE HIGHWAY 50 TO AVALANCHE LAKE
South Fork American Watershed, California
HEADWATERS IN SEC 2, T9N, R18E TO CONFLUENCE WITH MOKELUMNE RIVER
Upper Mokelumne Watershed, California
ELLICOTS BRIDGE TO BIG GRIZZLY CANYON
North Fork American Watershed, California

Parks & Recreation

                                                       

Blackwells Pond Park

Lone Mountain Park

Sonoma Park

Mills Park

Burton Creek State Park

Sunland Vista

Governors Field

Fritsch School Park

Tahoe State Recreation Area

Carson River Park

                                                                                                                       
                                               
DONNELL VISTA
SOUTH TUFA
HERMIT VALLEY
HANGMANS BRIDGE
Hangman's Bridge, located in the Upper Carson watershed in California, is a historical landmark that is shrouded in mystery and legend. The bridge is believed to have been built in ...
TIOGA LAKE OVERLOOK INFO SITE
PARSONS MEMORIAL LODGE
Located in the Sierra Nevada mountains in California, Parsons Memorial Lodge is a historic building that offers a glimpse into the history of Yosemite National Park. The lodge was built ...
LEMBERT DOME
Lembert Dome is a breathtaking point of interest located in Tuolumne Meadows within Yosemite National Park, California. The dome is a granite rock formation towering over 8000 feet, and it's ...
VALLEY VISITOR CENTER & THEATER
The Valley Visitor Center & Theater is an essential stop for visitors to California's Yosemite National Park. Here are some reasons why: 1. Helpful Information: The Visitor Center provides a ...
POTHOLE DOME
Pothole Dome is a popular point of interest located in the Tuolumne Meadows region of Yosemite National Park in California. There are several good reasons to visit this scenic spot. ...
WILSON CANYON
Wilson Canyon is located in the West Walker watershed of Nevada and is known for its picturesque scenery and unique geological formations. The canyon is an ideal location for hiking ...

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