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  • Information on Bear Lake

    Information on Bear Lake:

    The trailhead to the lakes was burned recently, however recreationists will notice that many of the plants are sprouting back, as is expected in the natural fire ecosystems of Northern California. The lakes are also beautiful and worth the hike.

    Directions to Bear Lake: Bear and Upper Bear Lakes can be accessed via Happy Camp on Highway 96. About eight miles down river from Happy Camp, take the first road south of Clear Creek that goes west (15N19), which leads to the Elbow Springs Trailhead, and subsequently, Kelsey Trail to the lakes. The walk is approximately three miles.

    Fishing at Bear Lake
    Species of fish in Bear Lake: Rainbow Trout
    It is your responsibilty to know local fishing regulations (See below)

    Bear Lake Facts:
    Depth of Bear Lake: 26 feet
    Size of Bear Lake: 7 acres
    Bear Lake is a Natural Lake
    The elevation of Bear Lake is 4900 feet

    For more information on Bear Lake contact:

    National Forest or Park: Klamath National Forest
    Address: 1312 Fairlane Rd.
    City: Yreka Zip: 96097-9549
    Phone: 530-842-6131
    Email: jmchugh@fs.fed.us

    Rules and Regulations for Bear Lake. These may not always be up to date so make sure you double check before recreating or fishing at Bear Lake.

    Non-motorized boats only. Packable rubber rafts, and float tubes are used by some fishermen in the wilderness areas.

    A valid California state fishing license is needed to fish within the National Forest. Licenses are sold at sporting good and other retail stores. For information on fishing times & limits a current state fishing regulation guide is generally available free at these same locations. For more information contact California Department of Fish & Game.

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