Trumbull Lake - Bridgeport, CA

Trumbull Lake, situated at 9,980 ft in California’s Virginia Lakes Basin, is a premier alpine trout fishery enveloped by pristine lodgepole pines, aspens, and wildflowers. This 100‑acre lake, accessible via Virginia Lakes Road off Hwy 395, features a well‑serviced campground open from early June to mid‑October, offering potable water, vault toilets, bear boxes, fire rings, picnic tables, and non‑motorized boating .

The lake supports healthy populations of rainbow, brook, and brown trout, regularly stocked by California Department of Fish & Wildlife and enhanced by the Bridgeport Fish Enhancement Foundation. Recent catch reports include consistently landed trophy rainbows weighing between 3–5 lbs, with standout specimens exceeding 7 lbs
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Anglers employ diverse techniques:
– Bait: PowerBait, eggs, worms
– Lures: Small spoons, spinners, jigs
– Fly: Float-tube or shore-based chiro, callibaetis, soft hackles, streamers
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Non-motorized boats allow access to deeper structure, while shore anglers enjoy success near shorelines and inlet zones. Regulations include a five‑fish trout limit, with open flames requiring a CalFire permit
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With quality facilities, stunning landscapes, varied angling methods, and dependable trophy trout, Trumbull Lake is a top-tier destination for Eastern Sierra anglers from novice to expert.