Crowley Lake
September 10-12, 2004
Gary Flanagan
(916) 223-4240
flanagan@surewest.net
Fish in excess of twenty inches are regularly caught and there is always that twenty-pound German Brown lurking around the corner! It is not uncommon to average over ten fish for a morning of fishing!
Once again we will be staying at Convict Lake, which is only a few miles from Crowley. Convict has a great campground and cabins are available at the lodge. For more information check out www.convictlake.com Cabins fill quickly so make your reservation now. Last year we found the campground to be crowded. We were able to accommodate the twenty- seven members that made the trip but just be aware that we may have to spread out a bit
As far as equipment is concerned, you will need a float tube, Pontoon Boat or standard type boat. They do have rentals at the lake marina but it is expensive. Make sure you have an anchoring system. Although not imperative, it is extremely helpful.
A 5 or 6 weight rod will work just fine. Bring a floating line and sinking lines. I have found success with a Tenney 200 line but and line that will get down to about 10 to fifteen feet will work. Bring 3X, 4X, and 5X tippets.
Chronimid flies will work well as will small perch patterns. Size depends on what is coming off the lake so you might want to wait and stop by The Trout Fly in Mammoth Lakes. Their web site is http://www.thetroutfly.com for directions.
For more information on fishing Crowley Lake, e-mail me at Flanagan@surewest.net