A solid population of rainbows inhabits the ponds, and while most will run 10 to 12 inches, there are fish that will scare you when they follow your lure or fly in. They are clever fish, these lunkers, the gin-clear water making them a tough go, but they can be had, usually in late evening or early morning. A patient angler can trick them into taking tiny flies on micro-size tippets, but just try to land one when it bales for the bottom weed cover. Camp sites in all three areas are spacious, some with electricity, sewage outlet and water. Easy pull-throughs make parking even large rigs a snap.
Trails lead to tent sites across the river.
Showers and laundry facilities are available in the main services building. Deer frequent the area delighting early risers arriving at the ponds for first-light angling. Kids of all ages will enjoy the over-friendly chipmunks and cottontail rabbits. From there take Forest Road 578 west to Hermosa Creek Trailhead, about 12 miles. Primitive camping is available at the trailhead meadow.