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Access Site CA

Lake George

Lake George

Source: california_department_of_parks_and_recreation Updated 1 year ago

City: Mammoth Lakes, CA
County: Mono County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 37.60267000, -119.01152300
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About This Access Site
The Lake George boat ramp is located within the Lake Mary Campground area in Mammoth Lakes, California. This large, reservable campground provides a great basecamp for a variety of recreational activities on the popular Lake Mary. While the boat ramp itself is not specifically mentioned in the official description, the campground offers easy access to the lake for anglers, paddlers, and recreational boaters.

Lake Mary is the largest of the 11 lakes in the Mammoth Lakes region, and it receives regular trout stocking to support a robust fishery. The lake provides excellent opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and small motorized boating. Paddlers and boaters can explore the scenic shoreline and access nearby hiking trails and natural attractions like Devils Postpile National Monument. Nearby campgrounds and hot springs offer additional recreation options in this beautiful mountain setting.

While specific details on the boat ramp facilities are limited, the central location and popularity of Lake Mary suggest it is likely a well-used access point for those seeking to enjoy this picturesque high-elevation lake. Visitors are encouraged to check for any current alerts or conditions that may impact access or navigation before planning their trip.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access Reservations Available

Overview
Lake Mary is the star of the Mammoth Lakes region. Of the 11 lakes in the area, Mary is the largest and most developed. Lake Mary Campground is a large facility with plenty of amenities in and around it. The lake provides a great base for activities like fishing, viewing waterfalls, hiking and backpacking.Recreation
Lake Mary receives the highest number of trout stocks in the Mammoth...

Overview
Lake Mary is the star of the Mammoth Lakes region. Of the 11 lakes in the area, Mary is the largest and most developed. Lake Mary Campground is a large facility with plenty of amenities in and around it. The lake provides a great base for activities like fishing, viewing waterfalls, hiking and backpacking.Recreation
Lake Mary receives the highest number of trout stocks in the Mammoth Lakes Basin, and is well-known to anglers for its rainbow, brook and brown trout fishing. No swimming or wading is allowed in the lake.

Though no hiking trails begin in the campground, several interesting trails offer a variety of hikes nearby, including day hiking and backpacking trails into the rustic John Muir Wilderness.Facilities
The campground straddles the road at the northwest end of Lake Mary, and offers four loops of closely-spaced campsites. The campground is within walking distance of the lake, and some sites have a view of the water.Natural Features
The campground lies among lodgepole pine trees at an elevation of 8,900 feet. Some campsites have views of the breathtaking scenery surrounding the campground, including Lake Mary and some of the 9,000 and 10,000' peaks in the John Muir Wilderness.

The Eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains are abundant with wildlife, including black bear, mountain lions, mule deer, pine marten, pika and many species of fish and birds.
Nearby Attractions
Mammoth Lakes Basin contains several additional popular lakes to explore for fishing and boating.

Visitors can also access the magnificent John Muir Wilderness nearby, which stretches 100 miles along the crest of the Sierra Nevadas, a land of lofty snow-capped mountains, deep canyons and vast expanses of glacially-carved terrain. Hiking and horseback riding trails are abundant.Charges & Cancellations
Once your reservation start date has begun, neither the Recreation.gov Contact Center nor the campground manager will be able to modify your reservation.

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AGNEW MEADOWS GROUP CAMP
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OLD SHADY REST CAMPGROUND
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CONVICT LAKE CAMPGROUND
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TWIN LAKES CAMPGROUND
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LAKE MARY CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable
AGNEW HORSE CAMP
On-site Reservable
PUMICE FLAT GROUP CAMP
On-site Reservable
NEW SHADY REST CAMPGROUND
On-site Reservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
Devils Postpile National Monument Located within
Recreational Hot Springs (Tubs) Located within