Manzanita Lake, CA
Lassen Volcanic National Forest
Manzanita Lake is known worldwide as a superb fly-fishing stillwater destination. This jewel is located right inside the Northwest entrance to the Lassen Volcanic National Park.
The lake is gin clear, with deep bowls lined with logs, manzanita patches, weed beds, and drop-offs—this lake has it all. What makes Manzanita a fly-fishing paradise is the wild rainbow and brown trout that inhabit its water. These fish are all wild; there is no stocking program in park waters. These fish are usually super spooky and selective, while at other times, they turn into eating machines.
Callibaetis, damsels, and motorboat caddis fuel this lake. Not to mention the Carpenter Ant hatch, which is truly spectacular. It’s a beautiful place to fish.
Our Manzanita Lake fly fishing trips are conducted on public lands administered by Lassen Volcanic National Park. Lance Gray & Company operates under permit from Lassen Volcanic National Park on a non-discriminatory basis.
Fishing Manzanita Lake
Trout
May-November
Stillwater trips are $600 per day for a maximum of two anglers.
Drifboat, rods, reels, flies, leaders, and indicators are all-inclusive. However, wading gear is not.
Lakeside lunches and beverages are provided.
“My wife Teresa and I have been fishing with Lance for years. It is always a joy spending a day on the water with him!”