With Fourth of July coming up next week, summer is well on its way! We’re looking at beautiful, warm temperatures and plenty of fish ready to bite. Stay up to date with the Fishing Newsletter, which provides the inside scoop on the best of Eastside fishing.
The Troutfitter provides regular updates on who’s biting and who isn’t. Click here for the latest.
For an update on lake stocking from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, click here. Although it contains current information, all fish plants are subject to change depending on road, water, weather and operational conditions.
FISHING EVENTS IN JULY
July 1-31: How Big is Big Fishing Derby at the West Walker River
July 4: Fishing Expo at June Lake
July 6: Free Fishing Day in Mono County
July 27: Kid’s Fishing Festival at Snowcreek Ponds in Mammoth Lakes
Events are subject to change. Please visit the Mono County Fishing events page for the most up-to-date information.
LICENSING AND PERMITS
Anglers 16 and older must have a fishing license. You can purchase an annual or one- or two-day fishing license (valid for two consecutive calendar days). Information concerning license requirements, where to purchase and fees may be obtained from the Department of Fish & Wildlife or by calling 760-934-2664. Fishing licenses may be purchased in several locations around Mammoth Lakes.
FISH AND ALGAL BLOOM ADVISORIES
Keep your summer unreal and stay well with these tips from the Mono County Department of Health and Human Services.
The fish in Crowley Lake and Topaz Lake contain mercury, which can be harmful if too much builds up in your body over time. Pregnant women and children: Eat only 1 serving of Crowley Lake trout or perch per week. Other adults: Limit to 2 servings of these fish per week. It is safest to eat only skinless fish fillets.
Click here for full safe consumption advisories.
A harmful algal bloom (HAB) occurs when toxin-producing algae grow excessively in a body of water. The excessive algal growth, or algal bloom, becomes visible to the naked eye and can be green, blue-green, red, or brown, depending on the type of algae.
– Contact with toxic algae water can cause skin rashes and eye irritation. Never drink water with visible algae blooms, which is dangerous to both people and pets.
– When “Danger” signs are posted, clean fish well, discard guts, and wash fillets before cooking.
– Check for warning signs at Crowley Lake posted by LADWP.
– For bloom updates, visit the Lahontan Water Board’s water quality site or LADWP’s Eastern Sierra site.
Responsible recreation in Mammoth Lakes means respecting our unreal natural surroundings and adhering to Leave No Trace principles. When exploring outdoors stay on designated trails, properly dispose of waste, and minimize your environmental impact. Everyone has a role to play in maintaining the beauty of this picturesque destination for future generations.
Fishing line can cause quite the tangle if it gets stuck around bushes, logs, and other shoreline and submerged obstacles. Do your best to untangle and retrieve all the fishing line you can and dispose of it at a Tangle Free Waters station.
If you plan to combine fishing and camping, bookmark recreation.gov for the most up-to-date information. Before pitching your tent, review these best practices for camping responsibly.
You can also treat yourself to one of the pristine lodging properties in the area.
CLEAN UP THE LAKE
Mammoth Lakes Tourism (MLT) has partnered with Clean Up The Lake (CUTL) in an effort to clean up our region’s lakes. Every dollar raised over the 4-year partnership (up to $100,000) will be matched by MLT to support ongoing stewardship. In the last two years, CUTL surveyed and cleaned up June Lake and Lake George. This year, they are tackling Lake Mary July 8-19. Help us commit to preserving lakes and wildlife for many fishing openers to come!
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