Meandering through the bottom of a remote canyon, this long and narrow shaped lake is located in an out-of-the-way and isolated territory on the San Joaquin River. The winding access road to the lake was in extremely poor condition, and was not suitable for large motorhomes or vehicles pulling trailers (actually, any vehicle that doesn’t have four-wheel drive), when I was last here.

The seclusion and solitude of this lake can be soothing to your soul. However, I don’t recommend paddling either Kerckhoff Reservoir or Redinger Lake alone due to the remoteness of the area and the lack of people in the vicinity, in case an emergency should arise.

There is a paved boat launch and a small parking lot that has restrooms nearby. Other than that, you’ll most likely be on your own with not a soul in sight. Redinger Lake is a perfect location for only the more adventurous types.

The lake offers year round fishing opportunities for striped bass, bluegill or catfish. Unfortunately, you’re liable to come up empty-handed because the lake is not stocked with any fish by any fishery or by the Department of Fish and Game.

Map of Redinger Lake

  
 
 
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