June Lake Fishing

Mono County

June Lake, Mono County, California
June Lake, Mono County, California

June Lake Fishing

Mono County


Fishing the June Lake Loop

The June Lake Loop is a favorite fishing destination for anglers. They come for the Lahontan cutthroat trout (June Lake only), the rainbow trout and the brown trout. Alper's trout are also planted in the lakes.

Where to Fish

June Lake: Troll the road side of the lake, hitting the coves, around the marinas. Also try the far shore near the middle part of the lake. Shore fishing is good along the beach area, across the lake along the steep wall, near the reeds along the west side of the lake, and near Boulder Lodge.

Gull Lake: Many anglers like to work the hole just to the left of the marina, but the favorite spot on the lake is known as The Rock.

Silver Lake: Shore fishing near the parking lot at the south end of the lake is productive. Also try fishing where Rush Creek enters the lake and around the little islands at the south end. Float tube anglers do well along the southeast shoreline.

Grant Lake: Try fishing where Park Creek and Rush Creek enter the lake. The peninsula is usually a good spot where big brown trout are caught. Sheepherders' Bay is another favorite spot with locals. Often the Narrows near the marina can be productive.



Ju e Lake Loop fishing map, CA

June Lake Loop Trophy Fish

  • Brook Trout: 9 pounds, 12 ounces, caught in Silver Lake by Texas Haynes in 1932, California State Record
  • Brown Trout: 21 pounds, caught by John Ganz in 1975

Which Baits and Lures Are Catching Trout at
June Lake?

Trolling or Casting

Needlefish, Rapalas, Thomas Bouyants, Panther Martin Spinners, AC Lures, KastMaster

Flies

Grey Ghost, Woolly Bugger, Olive Caddis, Royal Wulff
Many anglers like to use fluorocarbon leaders because of the clear water.

Bait

Inflated night crawlers, PowerBait, Gulp Pinched Crawlers




June Lake Loop 2024 Fishing Events


Mono County Fishing Events

California's Eastern Sierra 2024 Fishing Events

  • Monster Trout Contest
    • Dates: April 27-28, 2024
    • Where: June Lake Loop
    • Event: Hook the biggest fish in the June Lake Loop, including streams
    • Sponsor: Monster Fish Contest

  • Fish of the Month Derby
    • Dates: April 27, 2024
    • Where: Gull Lake
    • Event: Continue every month through the fishing season. Hook the biggest fish in Gull Lake for that month. $5 Entry Fee
    • Sponsor: Gull Lake Marina

Gull Lake Marina, June Lake Loop, Mono County, California

Gull Lake Marina



June Lake Guide Services


Reel Adventures

(760) 924-0438
Dave Neal guides fly fishing trips in the Eastern Sierra. He can teach you to use float tubes in the local lakes. All equipment is provided at no extra charge.

Sierra Drifters Guide Service

(760) 935 4250
Sierra Drifters Guide Service
Although they don't usually fish the June Lake Loop, Sierra Drifters guides lead year-round fly fishing adventures all over the area, including the Owens River, Hot Creek, Crowley Lake, Bridgeport Reservoir, and the East Walker River.

Performance Anglers

26 Old Mammoth Rd., #L2,
Mammoth Lakes, CA
(760) 965-6527
Performance Anglers Guide Service
Performance Anglers has a crew of guides who know the local waters and will be sure to show you the best places to fish.

The Troutfitter

ShellMart Center, Highway 203 and Old Mammoth Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA
(760) 924-3676
The Trout Fly and Troutfitter
Trout Fly Guide Service supplies everything for your fly fishing trip. They fish all the waters from Bishop to Bridgeport.


June Lake
Fishing Tackle and Bait

Ernie's Tackle & Ski Shop
2604 Hwy. 158, June Lake, CA
(760) 648-7756
Website: Ernie's Tackle & Ski Shop

Kittredge Sports
3218 Main St., Mammoth Lakes, CA
(760) 934-7566
Website: Kittredge Sports

Rick's Sports Center
3241 Main St., Mammoth Lakes, Ca
(760) 934-3416    

The Troutfitter
ShellMart Center, Highway 203 and Old Mammoth Road, Mammoth Lakes, CA
(760) 924-3676
Website: The Troutfitter

Mammoth Sporting Goods
Sierra Center Mall, Old Mammoth Rd, Mammoth Lakes, CA
(760) 934-3239

Mac's Sporting Goods
425 N. Main St., Bishop, CA
(760) 872-9201
Website: Mac's Sporting Goods

Ken's Sporting Goods
258 Main St., Bridgeport, CA
(760) 932-7707
Website: Ken's Sporting Goods