Contact Info
1312 Fairlane Rd.
Yreka, CA
Yreka, CA
- Phone:
- 530-842-6131
Basics
- Size:
- 7 acres
- Max. Depth:
- 26 feet
- Elevation:
- 4900 feet
Description
The trailhead to the lakes was burned recently, however recreationists will notice that many of the plants are sprouting back, as is expected in the natural fire ecosystems of Northern California. The lakes are also beautiful and worth the hike.
Fishing
Fish:
Rainbow Trout
Details
Size:
7 acres
Max. Depth:
26 feet
Elevation:
4900
Additional Details:
Non-motorized boats only. Packable rubber rafts, and float tubes are used by some fishermen in the wilderness areas.
A valid California state fishing license is needed to fish within the National Forest. Licenses are sold at sporting good and other retail stores. For information on fishing times & limits a current state fishing regulation guide is generally available free at these same locations. For more information contact California Department of Fish & Game.
Amenities
Map + Directions
Basic Directions
Bear and Upper Bear Lakes can be accessed via Happy Camp on Highway 96. About eight miles down river from Happy Camp, take the first road south of Clear Creek that goes west (15N19), which leads to the Elbow Springs Trailhead, and subsequently, Kelsey Trail to the lakes. The walk is approximately three miles.
