Hell Hole Reservoir

Hell Hole Reservoir

Description
Hell Hole Reservoir is located approximately 75 miles northeast of Auburn in the beautiful El Dorado National Forest. The lake is surrounded by a rugged rocky shoreline. Camping facilities are available suitable for both tents and RV's just two miles from the lake with tent camping only permitted at the lake; boat-in camping available (no reservations accepted). All boating is permitted as well as water skiing and swimming; improved launching facilities available.
Contacts & Information
Georgetown Ranger District at (530) 333-4312. Auburn Outdoor Sports (530-) 885-9200.
General Information
Size
1,250 Surface Acres
Elevation
4,630 feet above sea level
Species of Fish
Rainbow Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Kokanee Salmon
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Location
Closest Services: Foresthill 46 mi.
Directions to: Auburn
Directions to Lake: From Auburn, on Hwy I-80; go NE 2 mi. to Auburn-Foresthill Rd. Turn E, go 18 miles to Mosquito Ridge Rd. at Foresthill. Turn E, go 36 mi., continuing on Rd. 96 to French Meadows Res. Cross dam, continue on Rd. 48, go 10 mi. (bear L at campground on Long Canyon Cr.) to lake.
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