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.