They thought it would be considerate to set up their boom-box and blast it across the lake until 1am. Soaring peaks cradle the lake on three sides while acres of lush meadow spread at its foot. In addition, three major deer herds – Jawbone, Yosemite and Stanislaus herds – live in Emigrant Basin. Kennedy Lake has become a classic destination in the Emigrant Wilderness. May 26, 2015 - Hike from Gianelli's Cabin to Deer Lake in the Emigrant Wilderness. Hunting. Only a single-day's hike from the trailhead, it is easily done as a weekend trip. Trail map, trip description, camping spots, photos, fishing guide, wilderness permits. Had the lake all to ourselves... it was nearly paradise. Wood Lake was gorgeous! Explore Emigrant Wilderness - view hand-curated trail maps and driving directions as well as detailed reviews and photos from hikers, campers and nature lovers like you. Fishing licenses are available in the General Store. Thought I'd give it a try and see what happens this year. but this year I'm going to try and hunt Emigrant Wilderness area on the opener. (209) 965-3402 For … Fishing is good in the lake and even better along Kennedy Creek. Aspen Meadow Pack Station offers overnight trips to destinations such as Bear Lake, Big Lake, Emigrant Lake, Huckleberry Lake, and Deer Lake. These free permits are required year-round. Wilderness trips offer some of the finest trout fishing in the Sierras. Only 25 people may obtain a Wilderness Permit to Kibbie Ridge/Lake, but due to damage from the RIM fire only 10 people may obtain a permit to Lake Eleanor per day in these areas per National Park quotes. We hiked about 25 miles in this area over the course of four days. Then some yahoo hunters came in on horseback with pack mules. Rainbow and Brook trout are found in almost all lakes and streams in the area. We had the place to ourselves. Activities in Emigrant Wilderness include hiking, swimming, fishing and hunting. ... For fishing, Deer lake may have been a little too cold, although we tried! The formula says- second weekend in June + Emigrant Wilderness = brook trout on dry flies all day, everyday. Crabtree Trail- Emigrant Wilderness- Stanislaus National Forest- CA This hike is an outback or loop trail. Both lake and stream fishing are available. Trout season opens the last Saturday in April and closes in November. ... Cherry to Deer Lake. Upper Buck and Deer were nice. They can drop you at a base camp and pick you up later or stay with you for an all-inclusive pack trip. I went on a backpacking/fishing trip, and hiked 12 miles in. For the second year in a row though, fishing was almost a dud. P decided to do a little fishing again, but with the wind right in his face, he thought it might make more sense to head over to the north side of the lake. 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