Follow Piru Canyon Road 6 miles to the Piru Lake Recreation Area. The lake is also known for its bass and other spiney ray species, such as crappie. This is an excellent lake to bring the kids out fishing and camping. Exit at Smoky Bear Road and then turn south on Old 99. Continue to the Recreation Area entry gate.
Fishing is best from a boat as the shoreline around the lake is very steep.
The 2400 acre recreation area is at an elevation of 3380 feet. The surface area of the lake is 980 acres with 13 miles of shoreline. Trout are routinely stocked by the California Department of Fish and Game. The lake also has a significant stripped bass population. 50 wet slips are available for immediate rental.