Convict Lake
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Convict Lake Fishing Overview

Water Description

Convict Lake, situated at 7,583 feet and bordered by the John Muir Wilderness, offers fishing for rainbow, brook, and brown trout. The lake is accessible via U.S. 395. Rainbow and brook trout are common during summer, while large brown trout are more prevalent in early summer and fall. A trail on the north side of the lake leads into the John Muir Wilderness, providing access to nine additional lakes. Convict Creek, downstream of the dam, is also stocked with trout. Convict Lake Resort offers various amenities including boat rentals, a fish...

Convict Lake, situated at 7,583 feet and bordered by the John Muir Wilderness, offers fishing for rainbow, brook, and brown trout. The lake is accessible via U.S. 395. Rainbow and brook trout are common during summer, while large brown trout are more prevalent in early summer and fall.

A trail on the north side of the lake leads into the John Muir Wilderness, providing access to nine additional lakes. Convict Creek, downstream of the dam, is also stocked with trout.

Convict Lake Resort offers various amenities including boat rentals, a fish-cleaning station, and cabin rentals. A campground with flush toilets and drinking water is nearby. The lake has a 10 mph speed limit. Fishing access is free, but there is a fee for boat launching.

Species:
Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout
Stocked Date:
Trout stocked 1 week ago - View Schedule
Boating / Access:
10mph speed limit
Geography:
Surface Area: 172 acres
Surface Elevation: 7,583 ft
Hot Rainbow Trout bite
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As one of the most popular spots in the Eastern Sierra, Convict had amazing angler turnout and spectacular fishing during opening week. The resort reported plenty of 4-5 pound rainbows brought in, along with a behemoth 11 pounder. Rapalas, mini jigs, and spoons were all working well for the better quality fish. Bait guys pulled easy smaller fish...

As one of the most popular spots in the Eastern Sierra, Convict had amazing angler turnout and spectacular fishing during opening week. The resort reported plenty of 4-5 pound rainbows brought in, along with a behemoth 11 pounder. Rapalas, mini jigs, and spoons were all working well for the better quality fish. Bait guys pulled easy smaller fish limits with PowerBait, floated nightcrawlers, and Mice Tails. CDFW stocked the lake just before opening day, but Convict is also known to privately stock giant rainbows throughout the season.

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Opening day is tomorrow... April 27th. The lake was stocked last week, and is ready for "Fishmas". Ice is gone, and conditions are perfect.

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