Round Up at the Lake 2024 prize winners!
Congratulations to everyone! Please stop the Resort office to redeem your prize!
Newsletter May 29, 2024
We’re off to an amazing start for the season, and look forward to another stellar summer!
It was a busy Memorial Day weekend here at Convict Lake. All of our cabins were full, and the campground was packed with happy campers.
The marina stayed busy all weekend with cheerful boaters. The weather was perfect for a relaxing day on the lake. We even squeezed in a wedding!
We have a vast variety of watercraft including, V-Hulls, Avalon Pontoons, NEW Barletta Tri-toons, kayaks, pedal kayaks and paddleboards!
BOOK ONE TODAY
Don’t forget a breakfast burrito from the Aspen Grill before heading down to the lake, or take a break in between catching fish for some delicious lunch.
After a day fishing, stop by our restaurant for some pizza and beer or a fine dining dinner and cocktails! Open 7 days a week
The horses have arrived didn’t horse around getting straight to work on Saturday.
They’re excited for another great horseback riding season.
Book your 2-hour guided ride by calling us at 760-934-3800 or BOOK HERE
Lots of joyful anglers have been catching their limits. Between the Resort, Mono County and CDFW, the lake has been stocked with over 2,000lbs of trout so far this season.
The fish haven’t been fin-icky! Powerbait, Kastmasters, mini jigs, Thomas Buoyants, mice tails, and nightcrawlers have all been successful.
All of which are sold in our General Store. Don’t forget, we also sell fishing licenses.
The Round Up at the Lake Derby is still in full swing until June 14! Be the 150th person to signup, and get in for FREE. One cash prize tagged fish was caught over the weekend.
After you’ve signed up, all you have to do is catch at least a 14-inch fish and be entered into a raffle to win Resort prizes.
All catches must be validated at the General Store.
SPRING NEWSLETTER
Check out our recent newsletter!
Convict Lake is currently ice free and completely accessible!
Spring is here and it’s a great time to be in the Sierras.
You can ski and fish in one weekend! Convict Lake Resort & McGee Creek Lodge are conveniently located near year-round fishing.
Hot Creek, Lower Owens River, part of Upper Owens River and Pleasant Valley Reservoir are some great spots to cast a line.
Fishing Season is just around the corner! April 27th is the day! The lake will be fully stocked with trophy sized trout. The Round Up at the Lake Derby will begin April 28th.
It’s time to start planning those weekend fishing trips to Convict Lake. There is still availability for opening weekend. We have cabins that sleep 2 to 32 people. All of our cabins have full kitchens, bathrooms with showers, propane BBQ grills and more!
Our Opening Day shirts and annual pin for 2024 have arrived and are available for purchase online and in our General Store. Get yours before they’re gone.
SHOP HERE
We have added a new room to our General Store to add more fishing and camping necessities. We have everything you need from bait & tackle to snacks & beer!
We are taking reservations for boat rentals. We have something for everyone with V-Hulls, pontoons, kayaks and paddleboards. All of our pontoons have Biminis and BBQ grills that make for a fun filled day on the lake.
BOOK HERE!
We are adding 5 new luxury Barletta Aria Tri-toon boats with built-in fish finders, rear loungers and seating for 14. You can call us or visit our website to reserve one of these beauties now.
Mammoth Mountain is still going strong with skiing and snowboarding. There is an 8-footbase at Main Lodge with more snow expected this weekend and next week, which should make for great Spring conditions. We have wonderful Winter Lodging Specials until April 26th.
Call us today for more info 760-934-3800.
We look forward to seeing everyone!
2024 Marina Season
We are now taking Marina reservations for the 2024 Season! Call us to reserve your spot 760-934-3800 option or go on the “Marina” tab.
2024 Operating Hours
ASPEN GRILL
The Aspen Grill be open April 27th with Chef Kerry serving up delicious breakfast and lunch!
GENERAL STORE
Open 7 days a week 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Hours will be updated for Spring thru Fall.
MARINA
The Marina will open April 27th!
THE RESTAURANT AT CONVICT LAKE
The Restaurant at Convict Lake is open 7 Days a week.
The Lounge opens at 5:00 pm daily with first come, first served seating. The full menu is available in the bar starting at 5:30 pm.
Seating in the dinging room starts at 5:30 pm. Reservations are recommended.
Pizza will be available in the bar Spring thru Fall
MORRISON’S RESTAURANT AND BAR
Open daily starting at 5:00 pm
MARINA 2023 RESERVATIONS OPEN!
We are now taking Marina reservations for the 2023 Season! Call us to reserve your spot 760-934-3800 ext 47 or go to the “Marina” tab on this website
MCGEE CREEK LODGE
MCGEE CREEK LODGE IS OPEN!!
Convict Lake Resort is excited to announce the acquisition of the McGee Creek Lodge. McGee Creek Lodge is located just 6 miles from Convict Lake Resort. The Lodge features 8 rooms with spectacular views and 2 cabins.
We began renovations in October and are excited to invite everyone to come stay with us and enjoy the upgrades.
All rooms have been upgraded with:
- Heated bathroom floors
- Heated Towel Bars
- Robes
- Keurig coffee makers
- Mini-Fridges
- New beds
- Wi-Fi
- New LED TV with DirecTV
- Rooms 1 & 2 have been upgraded with color changing wall mounted gas fireplace. Ambiance & Comfort
- Room 1 and both cabins are pet friendly
- Room 1 is ADA accessible
Both cabins have full kitchens with updated appliances. The addition of hot tubs and BBQ’s is underway.
Downstairs from the Lodge is the Eastside Bake Shop offering breakfast and lunch Thursday to Monday 7am to 2pm.
Menu includes baked goods, Frittatas, pesto lasagna, sandwiches, soups, salads coffee, fresh lemonade, iced tea, beer, wine and much more!
FISH RESPORT 11/17/21
The fishing season has come to a close and we want to thank all of you for coming and seeing us, and throwing your line in the lake and creek. We already have great plans to make next year a great experience for you.
The last week had wonderful fall weather for those who ventured out to the lake. Many of the end-of-the-season anglers scored some big ones.
Night crawlers, garlic power bait and the Red and Gold Thomas Buoyant were still the favorites.
Big catches this week include:
- Jaime and Luis from La Verne had a fine day catching 3 beauties weighing 4 ¼ lbs., 3 ½ lbs., and 3 ¼ lbs. using night crawlers on South Shore.
- Carl and Jeremy pulled in 2 whoppers weighing 5 ¾ lbs., and 4 ¾ lbs. on South Shore using salmon power bait and night crawlers.
- Josh from Loma Linda and his two little helpers used a Thomas Buoyant to snag a 5 ¼ lbs. rainbow on South Shore.
- Carl from Montana was using a night crawler by the handicap assessable pier and caught a 5 lbs. monster.
- Charles from Fullerton used salmon peach power bait on North Shore and caught a 3 ¾ lbs. beauty.
Remember, just because our lake is closed, there are many options nearby for winter fishing. So, come on up and see us. Our cabins, store, and restaurant are open year-round.
Until next April 30, 2022
Fish On,
Convict Lake Resort
FISH REPORT NOV. 11 2021
Other resorts and lakes have closed for the season, but we are open and going strong. We are here for all you end-of-the-season trout fishing enthusiasts.
In honor of Veterans Day, we want to thank all of you who have served our country. We appreciate all that you have done and continue to do. You are the best of the best!
Fish are definitely coming up from the deeper water. South Shore around the picnic area has been a hot spot, as well as, North Shore around the old Hangman’s Tree.
Night crawlers, pinched crawlers, garlic power bait in various colors continue to be the baits pulling in the big ones.
Big catches this week include:
- Chelsie from Grass Valley pulled in a 4 ¾ lbs., 21 ½ inch lunker using garlic cheese and corn power bait on South Shore.
- Eric from Victorville used salmon eggs on South Shore to snag a 2 ¼ lbs. rainbow on South Shore.
- James from Alpine was at the Inlet and caught a nice 1 lbs. trout on garlic power bait.
- Ron from Santa Clarita brought in a 2 ½ lbs. rainbow using orange power eggs on South Shore by the picnic area.
- Sue from Big Bear had a fantastic day by catching 3 beauties weighing 5 lbs. 5 lbs., and 5 ½ lbs. on power bait. WOW!
- Greg pulled in a whopper at 4 ¾ lbs. on a night crawler on South Shore.
- John and Mark from San Diego had a total of 18 lbs. of rainbows. They were definitely excited about their 4 ½ lbs., 5 lbs., and 3 ¾ lbs. lunkers caught on garlic power bait on North Shore.
We have 5 more days to catch the big trout this season and to be in the Ambush at the Lake Derby.
Here is a bit of Resort News for you.
With the time change we have new store hours. The store is open Sunday through Thursday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Friday and Saturday hours are 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
The Aspen Grill is closed for the winter. Luis and his famous breakfast burritos will be back for the new 2022 trout season.
The marina is open daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Book your reservations to get the pontoon of your choice. Call the office or book online. 760-934-3800 ext. 1
The Restaurant at Convict Lake will be closing for dinner after November 15th and will reopen on Wed. Nov. 24th the day before Thanksgiving.
It will be open for a special Thanksgiving dinner. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED for THANKSGIVING DAY. MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY BECAUSE IT SELLS OUT FAST!
The restaurant will close again after Thanksgiving weekend on Nov. 29th and reopen on Dec. 16th and remain open for the rest of the year.
With just a few more days for this fishing season we welcome all of you to come up and throw your line out in the water. The trout are definitely hungry and looking for a tasty treat.
Convict Lake Resort, Inc. is operated under Special Use Permit from the Inyo National Forest.
