Information on Hume Lake
Information on Hume Lake:
Hume Lake is formed by a dam on Tenmile Creek. The dam was constructed in 1908 for the Hume-Bennett Lumber Company and was the worlds first reinforced concrete, multiple arch dam. The impounded water served as a log-holding pond and as the water supply for an extension of the flume, which carried lumber to the companys lumberyard in Sanger (73 miles). Operations at the mill stopped in 1917 and the Forest Service acquired the dam, the 87-acre lake, and surrounding land in 1935. Today the lake is a popular recreation destination. Campgrounds are located at Princess, Hume Lake, Aspen Hollow (Group), Logger Flat (Group), Landslide, and Tenmile.
Directions
to Hume Lake:
There are two routes to access Hume Lake. The lake can be accessed from Fresno via State Highway 180 to the entrance to Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park. Stay on Highway 180 at the intersection with State Highway 198 and follow road 6 miles to Hume Lake Road (just past Princess Campground). The lake is 2-1/2 miles beyond the intersection. During summer months, the lake can also be accessed via State Highway 198 to Quail Flat, and turning north onto Forest Service Road 13S09 (Tenmile Road) for eight miles.
Fishing at Hume Lake
Species of fish in Hume Lake: Rainbow Trout:Brown Trout:Smallmouth Trout:Green Sunfish
It is your responsibilty to know local fishing regulations (See below)
Hume Lake Facts:
Hume Lake is a Natural Lake
Visiting Info for Hume Lake
Best Season to visit Hume Lake is: Open year round
For more information on
Hume Lake contact:
National Forest or Park:
Sequoia National Forest
Address: 1839 South Newcomb St.
City: Porterville Zip: 93257
Phone: 559-784-1500
Email: Mailroom_R5_Sequoia@fs.fed.us
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