Explore, fish and picnic at the peaceful and private Fisherman’s Cove located off of Rock Canyon Road in Unit 3.  Spot countless species of birds throughout the landscape. Best of all, you’ll find new meaning in the spectacular sunsets that paint the lake aglow.

Fisherman's Cove is a non-swimming area perfect for fishing, relaxing and a great place for the kids to play.

The cove is surrounded by a peaceful shoreline and whispering pine and oak trees as well as the beautiful mountains of the Sierra Nevada.  Park your car at Fisherman’s Cove and ride one of our two custom 18-passenger seasonal water Taxis around the lake.  Stop by the Marina for lunch and a swim or tour the lake for fun.

 

FISHING LICENSE
Fishing on Pine Mountain Lake is governed by California State law and requires a California State fishing license which is to be displayed at all times while fishing.  Fish limits are governed by California Fish & Game laws.  NO LIVE BAIT is permitted other than worms.

Fishing off water taxi docks during water taxi operating hours is prohibited.  Trespassing on private property is not allowed.  No fishing within 25 feet of designated swim areas.

Fishing Licenses, boat registration, launching, docking, and gas dock are all controlled from the Marina Store.

2010 WATER TAXI RATES
$3 per adult for an unlimited day pass, $2 per child (8 yrs & under) for an unlimited day pass.  (Day passes not available on holidays or holiday weekends.)



FISHING DERBY FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES:
Be sure to sign up at the Marina Store for the Fishing Derby.  There is a $5 entry fee and it runs from June 1 through August 29, 2010.  For valid entry you must sign up at the Marina prior to catching fish.  Prizes for two categories: Adults and children 12 & under.

FISHING DAYS FOR KIDS
June 19, July 17 and August 14, 2010
Using your own gear, kids ages 7-15 sign up at the Marina for a supervised fishing boat trip from 6:30 am to 9:30 am. Maximum boatload is 6 kids for this learning experience. Learn fishing tips and safety while possibly catching one of our large fish, trout/bass/catfish, by Captain Ernie.

FREE FISHING DAYS FOR EVERYONE
Have you ever felt the excitement of watching your bobber suddenly jiggle, then dive out of sight? Or feeling the tap-tap-tap of a bass as it tastes the worm on the end of your line? Or having a salmon practically tear the rod out of your hands as it smashes your lure? What's that? You say you never learned to fish?
 
Well, if you're new to the sport of fishing, and not sure if you will enjoy it, we have a great deal for you. The Department of Fish and Game offers two "Free Fishing Days" each year. That's right, you can fish without having to buy a license on free fishing days! They're a great, low-cost way to give fishing a try. Some Department offices even offer clinics on free fishing days! And the Dept. of Fish & Game has a "Fishing in the City" program where you can go fishing in the middle of major metropolitan areas -- maybe just a block or two from your home! "Fishing in the City" and free fishing day clinics are designed to educate people just like you about fish habits, proven methods of catching fish, and tackle you'll need. You can even learn how to clean and prepare your catch so you can enjoy it for dinner that night! 
 
While all fishing regulations, such as bag and size limits, gear restrictions, fishing hours and stream closures remain in effect; there are two days each year where anyone can fish without purchasing a fishing license. 
 
California's free fishing days for 2010 are July 4th and September 6th.  Click here for additional information on Free Fishing Days in the San Francisco Bay area.  http://www.dfg.ca.gov/

Big Fish caught in PML - The 2008 Fishing Derby winner, Matt Musgrove caught a 6 lb. bass.

HOW TO RELEASE FISH
by: California Fish & Game

Follow these five points to release fish unharmed:

1. Land your fish as carefully and quickly as possible.
2. Try to avoid removing the fish from the water.  Underwater unhooking and release is preferred.
3. Do not squeeze the fish, or touch its eyes or gills.
4. Remove only those hooks that you can see and remove easily, otherwise clip the line near the mouth on deep hooked fish.
5. Use artifical lures (no bait) to minimize deep hooking. Barbless hooks or hooks with flattened barbs make unhooking easier and less stressful on the fish