Early mornings can find kayaks skimming across the glassy water surface at Ruth Lake. A hidden secret for outdoor adventurers. This beautiful lake lies nestled amidst a thickly wooded forest of huge ponderosa pines. Ruth Lake doesn’t disappoint when it comes to outdoor activities, and it comes as no surprise that paddling is one of the most popular choices.

There is an abundance of recreational opportunities at the lake for sailing, windsurfing, mountain climbing, off-road four-wheeling, hiking, bicycling and horseback riding, as well as all types of boating activities. During the summer, cool off in the lake on a hot summer day. Keep a lookout for the abundant wildlife. Deer, bears, eagles, osprey are just a few of the wildlife that make this area their home here.

If fishing is your thing, the lake provides excellent fishing opportunities from the shore, or from your kayak. Ruth Lake is rarely crowded due to its out-of-the-way location. It is known mainly for outstanding fishing opportunities for rainbow trout in the winter and spring, but it also offers some good smallmouth bass, catfish and occasional kokanee salmon.

Panfish also provides good fishing opportunities during the summer months. The best spot for trout is at the northern end of the lake, from the fall through the spring when the trout are in the upper levels of the lake.

Map of Ruth Lake

  
 
 
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