Rock Creek Lake

This terrific fishing property lies at 3,200 ft in the foothills below the western slope of Mt Lassen National Park. It is a comfortable 50 minute drive from either Red Bluff or Redding, and is easily accessible by paved roads except for the last 200 hundred yards or so. This gravel portion leading to the front gate, and the mile long driveway leading to the lake, is passable to any 2 wheel drive vehicle. There is a cabin nestled in the woods just off the lake for our clients to use. This is the perfect get-a-way for any kind of group; providing fishing for the anglers, comfortable cabin and loads of hiking opportunities for the non-angler, plus site seeing at the nearby National & State Parks.

The Lake is completely surrounded by a mixed forest of pines, cedars and oaks which gives one a real sense of isolation, and at the same time, a feeling of intimacy. Rock Creek itself runs right through the middle of the lake and provides a short spawning section for the lakes many browns and rainbows. The lake was built in the 30’s as a water source for a historic lumber mill, but now it is used only for the pleasure of our clients. It is quite deep where the creek channel runs, but a good part of it is around 12 ft deep and has wonderful weed beds, which are incredible insect factories. Over half the lake’s shore is covered in willows that harbor all sorts of insects, including terrestrials, plus any number of trout fry. You will always find many Rock Creek Lake rainbows and browns nosing in and around the willows looking for an easy meal. Each year we get reports of trout brought to net that measure in the 30 inch range. We also hear about those anglers that were towed around the lake for a while and then turned loose by a monster they never even got to see.

Hatches of one kind or another seem to occur every day of the season on Rock Creek Lake, and as a result one can use dry flies much of the time on this lake. See the section on seasons to get a detailed description of fishing Rock Creek Lake. Shore line fishing is only possible along one side of the lake, so you will need a float tube or pontoon craft to really fish the lake properly. Prams or any kind of boat is prohibited at Rock Creek Lake. Rental tubes are available at the lake.

The Lake Cabin

Guests at Rock Creek Lake have the option of coming in for the day, or overnighting on the property. Most guests choose to stay at the comfortable, two-bedroom, one bath cottage which will easily accommodate up to four anglers. The kitchen is equipped with stove, refrigerator, micro-wave, coffee maker, toaster, pots, pans, and all the standard utensils. The front room has lounging furniture, dining table & chairs, fly tying desk and TV with a video/dvd unit. There's a propane barbeque and outdoor furniture on the large cabin deck. Dish washing soaps, dish towels & paper towels are provided. You will only need to bring your food, sleeping bag or blankets and pillow, personal items (towel, soap, etc), and fishing gear.

To make a reservation, please give us a call at 800-669-3474 during business hours any day of the week. We can give you the answers you need or the detailed explanations to questions you might have.

If you prefer to correspond on-line simply e-mail us at The Fly Shop and we'll respond promptly.

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