A paddling outing at Donner Lake will leave you feeling satisfied and wanting more. The lake’s sparkling blue water and 7.5-miles of shoreline provides ideal paddling opportunities for all skill levels of kayakers. Donner Lake allows all types of aquatic recreational activities, which in turn makes it an extremely popular summer destination. If you want to avoid the crowds and boat congestion (especially on the weekend during the summer), paddle before Memorial Day or after Labor Day.

Fishing is a favorite pastime here. After an invigorating paddle around the lake, kayak anglers can relax and Donner Lake lures paddlers to its crystal clean, clear water. With so many options for exciting adventures on or near the lake, you won’t be disappointed.

If any of these fit your vision of perfection, then Donner Lake should be on your list of places to paddle.cast their rods, hoping they bring home a monster trout they can tell stories about when they are back at work. Kayak fishing enthusiasts delight in fishing for the rainbow and brown trout that abound.

 Paddling here will most likely be the most pleasurable thing you’ve done in a long while. Your days will be as packed as you want them to be. So prepare yourself for lots of sun, fun, and a lot of the great outdoors

Map of Donner Lake