French Gulch Marina

The French Gulch Marina on Lake Isabella offers convenient boat launching and water access for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters. Located about 3 miles from the western shore of the 27-mile long lake, the marina provides a designated ramp for launching watercraft.

With over 100 private slips, the marina also offers boat, kayak, and other watercraft rentals, as well as a general store for supplies. This makes it a popular access point for those looking to enjoy the fishing, swimming, water skiing, and other recreational activities on Lake Isabella. The lake is known for good trout and bass fishing.

Nearby campgrounds like French Gulch Campground provide additional amenities and lodging options for visitors. However, please note that the Keysville Beach area near the lake has been closed due to erosion, so boaters and paddlers should check current conditions before launching.

Overview
French Gulch Campground sits 3 miles from the western shores of Lake Isabella, a 27-acre reservoir off the Kern River, in the expansive Sequoia National Forest.


Recreation
Visitors can enjoy swimming, water skiiing and wind surfing at Lake Isabella. There is also excellent trout and bass fishing at the lake and in other nearby streams.Facilities
French Gulch can accommodate groups of...

Overview
French Gulch Campground sits 3 miles from the western shores of Lake Isabella, a 27-acre reservoir off the Kern River, in the expansive Sequoia National Forest.


Recreation
Visitors can enjoy swimming, water skiiing and wind surfing at Lake Isabella. There is also excellent trout and bass fishing at the lake and in other nearby streams.Facilities
French Gulch can accommodate groups of up to 100 guests. A marina and boat ramps are available at Lake Isabella, just to the southeast. This facility is operated by ExplorUS and comments are welcome; comment forms are available from campground hosts or online.
Natural Features
Located at the southern end of the Sierra Nevada in central California, the Sequoia National Forest takes its name from the giant sequoia, the world's largest tree, which grows in more than 30 groves on the Forest's lower slopes.

The Forest comprises about 1.1 million acres, and elevations range from about 1,000 to 12,000 feet, creating precipitous canyons and mountain streams with spectacular waterfalls such as Salmon Creek Falls and Grizzly Falls.
Contact Info
For facility specific information, please call (760) 376-1269.

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