"Fish Species

Rainbow Trout, Cutthroat Trout, Brown Trout, Tiger Trout, Kokanee Salmon, and Splake.

In 2020 kokanee salmon were introduced. The DWR stocked 12,500 Kokanee at 3" in the reservoir for the fist time.

Fishing Regulations

Updated for the 2021 fishing season. Limit 4 trout a combined total. No more than 3 trout may be under 15 inches. No more than 1 trout may be over 22 inches. All trout between 15 and 22 inches must be immediately released. Trout and salmon may not be filleted, and their head or tails may not be removed in the field or in transit. Closed to spearfishing.

This is a wakeless reservoir, which means it great for canoes, and float tube fishing.

Closed to fishing 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily. Closed to spearfishing."

• junesucker.com

"The paddling is worth the trip. The reservoir has several "fingers" that extend in a variety of directions. The water is normally smooth but the canyons can become windy. In some cases, the canyon walls provide some nice shelter and remain smooth.

Many people take their boats here to fish. However, the place is large enough and so isolated that even a "busy" day will still find you feeling alone. In addition, this reservoir is wakeless so there is little worry that you will encounter any chop.

There is an island and many fascinating obstacles to paddle around. The area is typical of high desert in that there are very few trees. However, the geological formations are beautiful. The rock colors vary from tan to deep reds. Contrast the green of the higher elevations and you have some wonderful views.

You will certainly want to pack some food and a lot of water as the trek to the reservoir is lengthy. Basically, Lost Creek is a day trip only. Primitive camping is not allowed. There is a $5.00 day use permit required. However, we could not find anyone to collect when we went up nor any method to drop off payment.

Lost Creek is a fun day excursion for the whole family. It is a fun place for the kids to explore. We observed a lot of wild life and some beautiful birds along a number of the shores. We also popped off on a peninsula to do some shore fishing.

In all, it is worth the trip for a day of paddling. The drive is scenic, the place is peaceful and the paddling is fun!"

• paddling.com

While boats are allowed on the reservoir, they must be kept at a speed that does not create a wake, ruling out the possibility of most water sports (such as wake boarding, water skiing, or being pulled on a tube). For this reason, the reservoir is great for paddle boarding, fishing, and even swimming.