Description
Upper Owens 1 covers the Owens River between the mouth of Crowley Lake to Benton Crossing Bridge. Satellite photo background depicts vegetation surrounding the river. Shows camping areas, GPS Long./Lat., road access, trails, and fences. Access through the Stream Fence are shown. Special Features are the Hatch Chart, Fishing Season and Regulations, Fish Identification, Catch & Release Procedures, Nymphing Rigs, Knots, and Stream Etiquette guidelines.
The Upper Owens 1 can be fished year round. It is catch & release only, barbless hooks. There are resident Rainbows and Browns mostly in the 12-14″ class. You will encounter some large Browns in the undercuts up to 20″. There is a Winter migration of Rainbows that come up to spawn from Crowley Lake that are often in the 16-22′ range. During the Spring, a migration of Lahontans come up the river for the same purpose. Let them be and enjoy the sight. There are plenty of other fish to keep your attention.
For more information on the Owens River, see the website.