February 3, 2012

Glory Hole Sports

209-736-4333 2892 Highway 49 (at the entrance to New Melones Lake) Angels Camp 95222 gloryholesports.com Largest selection of fishing tackle and water sports equipment in the Mother Lode!  Texaco fuel, full-service deli, ice cold beer to drink here or to go, marine and camping accessories.

Lake Camanche

209-763-5121 11700 Wade Ln. Burson  95225 camancherecreation.com Overnight accommodations feature lakeside camping, RV sites and  furnished cottage and motel units. Excellent Bass and Trout fishing provide year-round fishing access. Water sports available at Lake Camanche include water-skiing, personal watercraft, and wakeboarding.

New Hogan Lake – US Army Corps of Engineers

209-772-1343 2713 Hogan Dam Rd. Valley Springs 95252 spk.usace.army.mil/lakes Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills 30 miles east of Stockton, is the perfect place for camping, water sports, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Make reservations through www.recreation.gov 1-877-444-6777

New Melones Lake/Bureau of Reclamation

209-536-9094, Reservations: 877-444-6777 or Recreation.gov 6850 Studhorse Flat Rd. Sonora 95370 Recreation.gov 12,500 acre-lake with camping, day-use, hiking, biking, boating, wildlife viewing. 305 campsites and 2 group camps reservable year round. Coin-op showers, no hook ups. Entrance gates open 4:00am to 11:00pm(Winter 9:00pm) Boat launch, day use, trails. Interpretive programs. Visitor Center and Museum.

Pardee Lake Recreation

209-772-1472 4900 Stony Creek Rd. Ione 95640 pardeelakerecreation.com One of the most beautiful settings in the Mother Lode. Easy drive from valley and bay area locations. Perfect outing for day or weekend of picnicking, camping, fishing, RV’ing and relaxing with the family.