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Lakes Basin backcountry
Go farther. Give the water time.
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A purposeful backcountry destination for guests who value the quieter setting and the walk. Be comfortable carrying everything for a full day away from roads and services.
Access: Route choices affect distance substantially. Download the exact approach and verify the trailhead.
Fishing approach: Use a small selection of flies or lures and work the shore deliberately. Expect mountain trout, not guaranteed trophy fish.
Host tip: Start early and keep the rest of the route simple to preserve time at the water.
Before you go: A fingerling plant is not a promise of fish ready to catch. Plan for navigation, weather, and daylight.
Details for your plan
Area
Lakes Basin backcountry
Type of outing
Hike-in alpine
From the Lodge
30–40 min + long hike
Access
About 3–4 mi each way by route
Fish to look for
Rainbow & brook trout
The idea
Go farther. Give the water time.
Make a day of it
A dedicated backcountry day
A day worth going out for. A place worth coming home to.
Five bedrooms. Three bathrooms. Up to ten overnight guests. Make the Lodge your shared home base near Portola and Graeagle.
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