(Summitpost)
Have you
ever spotted an awesome body of water from the road and wondered if you could
fish it? On a recent road trip to Bishop, I encountered Haiwee Reservoir and
could not help but think about just that. After considerable research, emails,
and phone interviews, I have a tale for you!
North and
South Haiwee Reservoirs may be seen just to the east of 395, before Olancha and
after Fossil Falls. Two picturesque bodies of water, they represent a
tantalizing target for anglers and a symbol of the historic conflict over water
that has haunted this region for years.
Do they have
fish? Absolutely, according to the LA Times, the lakes hold rainbow trout,
largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, brown trout, Sacramento perch, bluegill,
carp, and more. The lakes were even stocked by DFG for several years (Daily
News Outdoor). Sadly, while once open to anglers, these lakes remain closed
for the last 10 years. Fortunately, concerned locals are pressing for the right
to once-again be allowed to enjoy these public lands (under BLM and Los Angeles
Department of Water and Power (LADWP) regulations).
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