Bass Lake

Bass Lake is a recreational area located in Madera County on a 3,516 acre piece of land at the foot of the beautiful Yosemite National Park. At Bass Lake, you can enjoy fishing, hiking, camping, archery and many other fun activities.

Fishing

Some of the fish species you will find in the lake are catfish, walleye, large-mouth and small-mouth bass, and sunfish. While activities such as spear and bow fishing, wading and ice fishing are not allowed, you can enjoy overnight fishing and seasonal tournaments.

Hiking

On a weekend when the weather is not too hot or too cold, hiking at Bass Lake with family and friends is a great idea. You will enjoy the view of the lake and surrounding mountains, wildlife as well as native plants.

How to get from Oakhurst

You can reach Bass Lake in approximately ten minutes by car from Oakhurst, by going north on CA-41, then turning right onto Bass Lake Road.

When visiting Bass Lake, the best place to stay is the “Waterfall Lodge near Yosemite”. You will have a memorable experience