Pear Lake near Three Rivers: Fishing Spots, Seasons and Access

• Overview

  Pear Lake stands in Tulare County, California. It sits in mixed woodland country. At roughly 17 acres, the whole thing is within casting reach of a single walk. Nearest town is Three Rivers, 17 miles off. Woodlake lies 27 miles off, Lone Pine another 33 miles. Also worth knowing: Emerald Lake at about 0.6 miles, Aster Lake lies 0.7 miles on, Heather Lake at about 1.1 miles, Moose Lake lies 1.6 miles on and Silliman Lake at about 3 miles. This one is safely inside the county line.

• Where to Fish on Pear Lake

  There is no published depth for this one, so start shallow and work out. On a natural lake the weed line and the shelf beyond it do the work. Bays and points beat straight shoreline every time on water like this. Fish documented in Tulare County include rainbow trout, brook trout, california golden trout, Sacramento sucker and black crappie. It is the county picture; the agency list is water-specific. Fish Pear Lake where the bottom changes rather than where it looks deep.

• Seasonal Patterns

  Expect August to average close to 57°F, with January the cold end at about 25°F. The year turns gently, without extremes at either end. In milder years the edges alone go, and the middle never sets. February into May fishes hardest as the water warms. Time your trip to Pear Lake by conditions rather than dates.

• Tackle & Baits

  Whether the bank is open is not something our records settle. A campsite lies half a mile away for anyone staying over. Toilets show in mapping about half a mile away. For the bass here, soft plastics worked slow along cover and a spinnerbait for searching do most of the work. Take the rules with you rather than trusting memory. Keep proof of licence with you rather than in the car. Emerald Lake, 0.6 miles away, makes the obvious fallback. For Pear Lake, the notice at the access point is the final word.