Frog Pond Fishing near Lone Pine, California

• Overview

  Frog Pond belongs to Inyo County, California. The surface lies 11,631 feet up. It measures about 97 acres, which is a comfortable size for bank fishing. On our Inyo County list it sits near the top for size. The closest town, Lone Pine, is 11 miles distant. It is 60 miles to Visalia, the nearest city. The nearest boundary is well away, so one set of rules covers the water.

• Where to Fish on Frog Pond

  No depth figure appears in our records, so the bank has to tell you. Still water like this holds fish on the edges rather than out in the open. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. Across Inyo County, recorded fish include california golden trout, brook trout and rainbow trout. Species recorded across the county may be limited to a few waters. The near bank of Frog Pond is often the one people ignore.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect August to average close to 49°F, with January the cold end at about 18°F. Winter closes the water for a while, and the reopening is worth catching. After mid June the shallows warm and the fish move up. Break-up sits around mid June on average, with the water closing again about mid November. The first weeks of open water and the last are the ones to plan for. Plan any trip to Frog Pond around it.

• Tackle & Baits

  No access rule appears in what we hold. There is a campsite half a mile from the water. Trout here take small spinners, spoons and, where fly water allows, a nymph or dry. Season dates differ by species, so read the table. Check whether bait restrictions apply before you buy any. For a change of water, Upper Boy Scout Lake is 0.4 miles distant. Nothing here settles the position at Frog Pond for certain.