An outstanding paddling adventure awaits you at French Meadows Reservoir. It is everything you could ask for in a paddling destination, that is, if you don’t mind a long, winding but scenic drive through densely forested mountains to get there. The lake is rarely busy, even in summer, mostly because the slow drive and winding access road discourages large boat owners. However, the reservoir’s scenic beauty and peaceful atmosphere are well-worth the drive.

The reservoir hosts a varied assortment of outdoor activities which can be enjoyed by the entire family. Some of the recreational activities at French Meadows Reservoir consist of kayaking, power boating, canoeing, fishing and swimming. The lake is open to all watercraft, but speedboats and water and jet skiing are not advised due to submerged hazards.

French Meadows Reservoir is known for its quality brown trout fishing, but the reservoir also has an abundance of rainbow trout and a healthy population of cutthroat trout. 20,000 rainbow trout in the 12’ range and 2,000 brown trout catchables are planted annually, with a few large resident big browns are lurking about.

French Meadows Reservoir provides a one-of-a-kind, unforgettable recreational experience! The wildlife is amazing, along with the scenery and everything else the area has to offer.

Map of French Meadows Reservoir