Top Sonora Fishing Spots: Lyons Reservoir

In search a world class fishing? Check out Lyons Reservoir for year round shore fishing.

Lyons Reservoir is perfect for all levels, from the seasoned veteran to beginner. The reservoir includes many secluded sandy beaches for a relaxing day of shore fishing. Catches include rainbow trout and brown trout.

Lyons Reservoir

Accessible year round, the trails are great for walking, biking, and horseback riding. Picnic tables are also provided in the day use area.

Before you leave walk across Lyons Dam, a magnificent single-arch dam constructed in the 1930s by Pacific Gas and Electric.

Lyons Reservoir is a man-made lake formed by the construction of Lyons Dam in 1930.

Bring the kids for a lakeside family day of fishing, hiking, and enjoying the natural beauty of Stanislaus National Forest.

Our son fishing in the summer.

Note: As Lyons is a municipal water supply, swimming and boating are not allowed.

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