1st fam camping trip: So this is our first family camping trip. We are headed out to June in July. Me and my two young boys and wife have tried to catch in the past with no luck. Does...

Havntcaut1yet Loc: California

So this is our first family camping trip. We are headed out to June in July. Me and my two young boys and wife have tried to catch in the past with no luck. Does anyone have any tips that might help us.

Cal Bob Loc: Clovis, California

If you're going to June Lake, CA then Mick H posted a report on July 8 (in the Main section) about a great trip there.
Good luck, and post pics!

Spiritof27 Loc: Lincoln, CA

Yep, I've seen some bad posts about June, but MickH had some pretty good luck there a week or so ago. Look for his post. I believe he said his son was. using nightcrawlers and he was using "lures". Look for his post and you can PM him too.

Andy cacciatori Loc: Modesto cal.

Havntcaut1yet wrote:

So this is our first family camping trip. We are headed out to June in July. Me and my two young boys and wife have tried to catch in the past with no luck. Does anyone have any tips that might help us.

Good luck rent a boat the stocking up there has not been good because of the Hatcheries being closed down !!
But I would troll I've always done great at Gull by the play ground or rent a boat on Gull.
Also Grant lake fish early morning and in the evening because when the sun hits the lake on Grant the fish sun down and Silver lake use clear bubble with 3 foot leader line and a dry fly it works great.
Good luck and a safe trip
And if you have never been to Boodie the ghost 👻 town off 395 you should and the .hot springs.
Have fun with your family 👪
Safe trip
Andy Bassman

Cal Bob Loc: Clovis, California

Andy cacciatori wrote:

Good luck rent a boat the stocking up there has no... (show quote)

Haven't been to those lakes, (only the lakes and Backcountry above Bishop, and many here on the Western side), but what Andy said works for me, whether boat, kayak, or shore. If the above fails and you just want to kick back, then powerbait.

Mick H Loc: Central Coast - CA

Havntcaut1yet wrote:

So this is our first family camping trip. We are headed out to June in July. Me and my two young boys and wife have tried to catch in the past with no luck. Does anyone have any tips that might help us.

As others mentioned, I was at June lake last week & we left 'em biting. Rented a boat and went across the lake to a big rock pile. Anchored about 20 -30 yards off shore & threw towards the bank. Son used "baby"nightcrawlers bought at the resort boat rental. Just a couple of split shot above a 2' leader. I had best luck on a black panther Martin with a gold blade.

Steady action all morning, we ended up catching & releasing 19 trout. Started around 8:00 am & were off the water at 11:00. Bring sunscreen, & good luck!

Mick H Loc: Central Coast - CA

Mick H wrote:

As others mentioned, I was at June lake last week ... (show quote)

One more thing - we rented at Big Rock resort. The gentleman in the rental shop was extremely friendly & helpful with suggested spots to to try our luck.

Havntcaut1yet Loc: California

Heys guys this is extremely helpful. Mick H I will take you advise. And yes Andy we we have Boodie and the hot springs on out list of sites to see. Thanks again guys this is all going to help with one great vacation for the family. I’ll post pics if we catch.

Andy cacciatori Loc: Modesto cal.

Havntcaut1yet wrote:

Heys guys this is extremely helpful. Mick H I will take you advise. And yes Andy we we have Boodie and the hot springs on out list of sites to see. Thanks again guys this is all going to help with one great vacation for the family. I’ll post pics if we catch.

Also there is a Museum at Mono Lake funny that's where we took are 1st vacation with our kids it was 38 years ago!!
Man how time flies 😕.
On the way stop at Bishops and get some fresh Sheep 🐑 herders also their is a Cafe in Bishops that I always stopped at to eat and on the walls are mounted fish and deer mounts.
Food is great 👍. On the right hand side of the street going up.
I love it up there have a great time with your family 👪 have alot of good memories up there with the family 👪 know their all grown !!
Have fun !!
Andy

Dogman68 Loc: Merced California (centralvalley)

Yes! If you are going through Bishop you must stop and get some fresh baked bread and just across the street is a butcher shop where you will find some of the best beef jerky I have ever had! A lot of choices in beef jerky types and meats.

Andy cacciatori Loc: Modesto cal.

Dogman68 wrote:

Yes! If you are going through Bishop you must stop and get some fresh baked bread and just across the street is a butcher shop where you will find some of the best beef jerky I have ever had! A lot of choices in beef jerky types and meats.

Best bread ever , I remember when it was a small Bakery my folks would bread there for are trip at June lake loop.
And stop on the way back for home 🏡.
Those where the days !!
Have a good week.

Spiritof27 Loc: Lincoln, CA

Are you talking about Erick Schat's bakery if Bishop?

Andy cacciatori Loc: Modesto cal.

Spiritof27 wrote:

Are you talking about Erick Schat's bakery if Bishop?

Yes

Last time I was there it had gotten much larger.

Spiritof27 Loc: Lincoln, CA

When I lived in San Diego I had a good friend who lived in Ramona. Driving home from his place there was a bakery. In the middle of nowhere - in Santa Ysabel. Dudley's. It's still there. Delicious fresh baked loaves and fruit bars. They're online. You can order from them.

Havntcaut1yet Loc: California

This is all real good stuff guys!!! Love it