Eldorado National Forest

Recreational Activities: Fishing

Union Valley Reservoir

Species Present: Rainbow trout are planted by California Department of Fish and Game every other week, from May through September. Brown trout, kokanee salmon, and smallmouth bass are also caught.

Seasons: Lake is accessible year-round. Ice fishing not recommended due to fluctuating water levels. Be sure to check the fishing regulations at the Department of Fish and Game web site.

Access: From Pollock Pines continue on Hwy 50 east 9 miles to Ice House Road. Turn north on Ice House Road toward Crystal Basin and travel 16 miles.

Camping: Overnight camping is available at Jones Fork, Sunset, Lone Rock, Azalea Cove, Wench Creek, Yellowjacket, Wolf Creek, Camino Cove, and Westpoint Campgrounds. Boatramps available at Sunset, Yellowjacket, or Westpoint.

Map: Forest map can be purchased at a Ranger Station. Click here for Crystal Basin Recreation area map from SMUD.

Comments: Surrounded by conifer forest. Resort on Ice House Road.

More Information:

Pacific Ranger District
7887 Highway 50
Pollock Pines, CA 95726
(530) 647-5415

USDA Forest Service - Eldorado National Forest
Last Modified: Monday, 24 January 2005 at 19:10:33 EST