Eldorado National Forest

Recreational Activities: Fishing

Georgetown Fishing Derby

Every June for National Fishing Week the Eldorado National Forest holds a Fishing Derby for kids up to 12 years old. The derby is usually held at Lake Walton near Georgetown, California. Typical activities area a casting contest, a fish printing booth, a stream table, and fish hats are colored and worn. Free hot dogs, sodas, and cookies are donated by local organizations. Prizes are given to various categories of fish caught, and everyone goes home with a trophy!

For more information contact the Georgetown Ranger District at 530-333-4312.

Come and Enjoy!

USDA Forest Service - Eldorado National Forest
Last Modified: Monday, 24 January 2005 at 19:03:45 EST