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  • Information on Bear River Reservoir

    Information on Bear River Reservoir:

    Lower Bear River Reservoir is considered to be an exceptional northern California trout fishery.

    There are two nearby developed campsites at South Shore Campground and Bear River Group Campgound. South Shore Campgound has 22 units and is first come, first served; Bear River Group Campground has 3 sites which may accomodate 25-50 people. For reservations at the group campground call Sierra Recreation Managers at (209) 295-4512. Fees are charged at both campgrounds. There is piped water, picnic tables, toilets, grills, and fire-rings, but no hook-ups. Open May 15 - Oct. 15, depending on snow.

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

    Bear River Reservoir Facts:
    Bear River Reservoir is a Reservoir

    For more information on Bear River Reservoir contact:

    National Forest or Park: Eldorado National Forest
    District: Amador Ranger District
    Address: 26820 Silver Dr.
    City: Pioneer Zip: 95666
    Phone: 209-295-4251
    Email: Mailroom_R5_Eldorado@fs.fed.us

    Attractions Near Bear River Reservoir

    Lakes

    South Fork American River (21 miles)
    Silver Fork American River (21 miles)
    Camp Creek (21 miles)
    Grouse Lake (22 miles)
    Gertrude Lake (22 miles)

    Beaches

    Cressey and Half Moon Beaches (70 miles)
    Muir Beach (115 miles)
    Stinson Beach (118 miles)
    Half Moon Bay (121 miles)
    Moss Beach (122 miles)

    Lakes

    Lahontan Reservoir (100 miles)
    Upper Klamath Lake (281 miles)

    Mountains

    Mammoth Mountain (100 miles)
    Mount Shasta (220 miles)

    National Parks

    Yosemite National Park (71 miles)
    Devils Post Pile National Monument (98 miles)
    Muirwoods National Monument (115 miles)
    Golden Gate National Recreation Area (122 miles)
    Point Reyes National Seashore (123 miles)

    State Parks

    Dayton State Park (77 miles)
    Rye Patch State Park Recreation Area (192 miles)
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