Backpacking & Fishing The 20 Lakes Basin - Inyo National Forest - Eastern Sierra Fishing

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Over Labor Day weekend, Monica, David, Bill, and I backpacked into the 20 Lakes Basin above Saddlebag Lake. We spent 3 days and 2 nights back there exploring the area. We caught a lot of brook trout and even got into the elusive Golden Trout!
Along the 20 lakes basin loop you have great views of Mt. Conness, the Conness Glacier, and North Peak. There is also an option to go down into Lundy Lake if you'd like.
Some of the lakes we passed by were Saddlebag Lake, Greenstone Lake, Wasco Lake, Cascade Lakes, Steelhead Lake, Lake Helen, Hummingbird Lake, Odell Lake, & Shamrock Lake. We used Shamrock Lake as our base camp for this trip.
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@yardboy3955 2 месяца назад

Thanks, enjoyed your video. Super pleasant trip. Nice views, good spots, no mosquitos, glad you know the area, I’d be lost back there.

@HuckOutdoors 2 месяца назад

@@yardboy3955 so much great fishing there

@SuperBaconFishing Год назад

Wow, thanks BOSS! So informative, I don’t have any friends or family that know the area, thanks to you I wont get lost and know where to find each species, you also helped me catch Trout on the Santa ana river, cheers mate!

@HuckOutdoors Год назад

You would love it up there!

@MountainFisher 6 лет назад

I so remember fishing the High Sierra in 72 and catching as many trout as you could wish. Every other day I would keep a couple to eat. Fried in bacon grease as I carried a small slab of bacon.LOL I miss those days and want to thank you for bringing it back to me with your video.

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

You're welcome Jimmie! Those sound like some great times with some good grub!

@williamreeder4902 7 лет назад

Very nice video....thanks again for sharing

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Thanks William!

@Charlieg01 7 лет назад

Another picture perfect weekend for you guys great job on the golden's hip hip

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Thank you sir!

@JBOutdoorsAndMore 6 лет назад

Awesome job loved it Thanks for sharing

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

Thanks for watching!

@OutdoorJunkeez 3 года назад

Wow bro thanks for sharing lotta great information ✊🏻 Love the vloging style

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

Appreciate it!! You would love it back there.

@OutdoorJunkeez 3 года назад

I sure bro that was absolutely beautiful 💯

@TheRunningFatGuy 7 лет назад

My favorite place in the entire State of California!

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

It's very nice back there. Finally was able to enjoy it!

@stretchyfungus5025 7 лет назад

TheRunningFatGuy I second that. Haven't been back in there in around 20 years. Growing up we used to camp down at lower lee vining creek a couple weeks every summer. That was some winter we had last year. Thanks for taking back Huck!

@davidpickens6916 3 года назад

Did that once. Gorgeous place…. Caught fish out of each of the little lakes… including golden… love to do it again someday!

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

Yes, I hope to go back again soon!

@Leadmeoutdoors 7 лет назад

I love that area. Looks like you guys had a great time! One of the most beautiful spots in the Sierra in my opinion.

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

It was an awesome time out there!

@cmodoc5147 7 лет назад

Great video. Thanks for sharing

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Thanks for watching Brandon

@whatsupclimber 3 года назад

Beautiful. Was worried about not getting a spot at george next week so I put this as my back up spot. Im thinking about making it my first priority now lol. Awsome watch as always huck

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

How did you do?

@ConjuntoBuenaMezcla 7 лет назад

That fried trout looks "screamin'"...Bon apetit!!

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Food was great!

@ConjuntoBuenaMezcla 7 лет назад

Huck Outdoors , I can imagine, you guys look authentically having a ball. Love your passion!!

@gpettoohflorentini7903 2 года назад

Great video. Thinking about backpacking this loop this summer. I noticed you guys cooked meat/chicken throughout your trip. How did you store the raw meats without spoiling?

@HuckOutdoors 2 года назад

We froze the meats and kept them in a smaller softsided lunch size cooler. We were lucky that we found some snow in some spots to use as ice as well.

@DonMilligan 7 лет назад

Amazing indeed!

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Amazing!

@ChuckWagon15 7 лет назад

Really digging your channel man, Just found it... Keep the adventures coming.

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Thanks Chuck Wagon!

@KoryGunzz 3 года назад

What’s the rules for fishing up at those lakes? What can you keep or not keep?

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

5 fish limit in most of the lakes up there.

@ConjuntoBuenaMezcla 7 лет назад

Loved the video, Now, I know what accessories I have to pick up for my hiking trips. The selfie stick, the camera tripod, and my goPro, with waterproof case..happy trails!!

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Which GoPro do you have?

@ConjuntoBuenaMezcla 7 лет назад

Huck Outdoors ..I have the Go Pro Hero 4..just the cube and frame..I probably need a waterproof case, right?

@ConjuntoBuenaMezcla 7 лет назад

Huck Outdoors ..this one.. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-xpc07Lbgrow.html

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Im not too familar with the session, but i believe it may be waterproof.

@ConjuntoBuenaMezcla 7 лет назад

Huck Outdoors ..yes, it is. I just looked at the tutorial again. I just have to get it to adjust some settings, pre-trip..via the app on my cell phone options..

@giancarloalvarado4972 2 года назад

Most of the fish you caught at O'Dell are hybridized golden rainbows only place where there are pure golden is at coness

@MuddyBootsOutdoors 3 года назад

Did you guys try fishing at that first lake on teh way in? If yes, how was it?

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

Lots of small brooks and rainbows.

@TroutWest 7 лет назад

Neat to see Hummingbird lake. 22 years ago I bought a book on fishing the sierra and it had Hummingbird as #1 as most scenic and most action. Can't believe no Huell impressions on this one.. His Conness glacier episode was a classic.

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Yeah I was under the weather on the 2nd day or I would have made it towards conness for sure.

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Hummingbird was very cool to see, but my favorite is Shamrock and Odell for sure.

@liamhoffer1975 7 лет назад

Great video!!

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Thanks Liam!

@potatothorn 7 лет назад

well that was amazing. so many beautiful views! i think shamrock lake was our favorite. lots of good fishing and you even found a back side of a cabin haha. good to know about the trail limits too. i keep passing saddlebag and now this is the second video about he area ive seen this weekend// definitely got to check it out soon

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Lot of great fishing up there for sure! You need to take Rox up there. Maybe do it as a day hike?

@potatothorn 7 лет назад

yeah we need to make a stop by there for sure, could check it out as a side trip on our way thru yosemite

@stevegps 6 лет назад

You guys sure ate good for backpacking.

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

We try!

@CDAFishboy 6 лет назад

A lot of stunted fish. They look like fish from June before the mosquitos hatched. Maybe it's been years since I lived and backpacked in CA. Idaho, Wyoming and Montana has fatter fish. The Wind River Range is just incredible for Golden's and Cutthroat. More variety of inverts keeps them gorging all summer. Thanks for the upload. I will have to look up Saddleback Lake, I forgot or never knew of it. Maybe it is farther north of Mammoth Lakes where I only traveled once. But Inyo NF sounds south if I remember right.

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

The wind river range is on my go to list! Hopefully in the next couple of years! Saddlebag is north of Mammoth on the way into Yosemite.

@danilosantos6464 6 лет назад

I'm all about catching and eating, I fly fish too but I'm not a fish snob. Im surprised you guys packed that much food knowing there's fish to be eaten.

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

We always eat good out on the trail. When we did Little Lakes Valley we ate some fish over there on that trip. When I do the High Sierra Trail this year I will be eating some fishing along the way as well!

@bigd27z 3 года назад

Do you need a overnight backpacking permit to go here? Also how do you get here?

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

Yes you do. Get them on recreation.gov

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

Oops sorry for this spot you don't need permits

@bigd27z 3 года назад

Thank you huck

@BigDukeX 3 года назад

@@bigd27z you will need to secure an OVERNIGHT backpacking permit... if you actually plan to camp over-night in this area. You do not need a permit to simply day hike into this area. You should be aware that with the new restrictions currently in place in Yosemite (2021), this sector is getting hit much harder now, so plan on this for the entire season. Camping is available (first come/first served), google.., Saddlebag Lake Campground for driving directions. The campground is just (100 yards) above the parking lot there at the lake. Finding a suitable campsite beyond Saddlebag Lake this year could prove to be difficult due to a lot of campers and backpackers not being able to enter the park as usual. You are not allowed to dry camp in the immediate area until you reach the far backside of Saddlebag Lake. The trailhead starts out and the entire area is above 10,000 feet. It’s best to acclimate somewhere at a lower elevation first in order to avoid altitude sickness up there. Trust me, it’s real and it WILL impact your day if you have not prepared.The entire loop shown here on the video is just under 9 miles, total. Most can complete the loop in about 5 to 6 hours. You can also hike up to Conness Pike (12,589 feet) to get a 360 degree view of the entire country side. This is an awesome area!!! Plan for inclement weather (Thunder, Lighting, 60 mph winds and heavy rain). This area is exposed with almost no canopy for cover if needed. Also be advised that there are NO improvised campfires allowed anywhere up there (CA State Law).., you’re above 10,000+ feet for the duration of your hike/camp out. Get out there!!!

@bigd27z 3 года назад

@@BigDukeX Great info, we drove out to saddlebag Lake trail head parking lot about two weeks ago(Live near Tahoe) The road is clear and the snow is melting fast, I am an avid hiker (Pct thru 2019) but been looking for a place that has a lot to offer but not strenuous to take some family and friends to introduce them in to backpacking, this looks like the perfect spot, really appreciate your video and your helpful information, thank you very much

@hike8181 7 лет назад

Great video another great adventure. What did you catch your fish on ? Thanks for sharing

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Majority of my fish were all caught on Sierra Slammer minijigs in 1/32 oz size.

@BrosephRussell 6 лет назад

Awesome views

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

Thanks buddy!

@jamesm9513 6 лет назад

What were you using to catch the fish?

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

Sierra Slammer Jigs, Thomas Cyclones all with the barbs pinched down. We also used some Mosquito Flies in a size 16 with barbs pinched as well.

@jamesm9513 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@Barbless55 3 года назад

They are golden/rainbow hybrid

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

DFG still says goldens. Some great spots to fish back there.

@JeremyOdom 7 лет назад

I couldn't help noticing your BSA Troop beanie. Are you a scout leader? Nice looking place, BTW!.

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Actually that is David's troop. He had some extra beanies made and gave us all one. He's been a scout leader for years now.

@alexisthornburgh3637 2 года назад

How do I go about getting an overnight permit???

@HuckOutdoors 2 года назад

There is a sign in box near the trail head, but there is no quota for the 20 lakes basin

@johnlaughlin3619 3 года назад

Your videos are awesome. Do you think this trail would be passible in may

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

More likely early June

@drtonpop2522 6 лет назад

Love to visit and fish in these lakes. Question: do I need to get a fishing license in order to fish in these lakes?

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

Yes you need a CA Fishing License.

@drtonpop2522 6 лет назад

Thanks!

@jasonfennell7713 6 лет назад

So can you just pitch up a tent anywhere?

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

I would sleep in areas that have already been used for tent spots. You can easily see those.

@josephallan8791 6 лет назад

Jason Fennell ya they tented up on some mean ass rocks. Ask me why and i could never answer that question. After watching this video i ask myself so many whys. But my main why with most camping videos is why do they show nothing of late night campfire life. Especially her cooking. This video was ruined because of those 2 reasons.

@phishndad 6 лет назад

Joseph Allan no campfires allowed at that elevation.

@josephallan8791 6 лет назад

Bryan Francis so what it never stopped me just keep it small and safe. You might disagree and want to argue but it is what it is. A small fire near a lakeshore with a resposible outdoorsman is no problem in my eyes. No need for a reply as i already know what your gonna say. Nice video none the less.🐟🐟🐟🚒🚒🚒🙂🙂🙂🔥🔥🔥

@davegeorge2444 6 лет назад

Would you consider taking one lucky person with you on one of these expeditions?

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

Thats a great idea Dave!

@davegeorge2444 6 лет назад

And now, since I came up with the idea, when would you like to set it up? Just to be sure that the first one goes off without a hitch....

@davegeorge2444 6 лет назад

😉

@ConjuntoBuenaMezcla 7 лет назад

How does your wife packing all that delicious food and it looks so fresh, no cooler, did you guys bring in a bear can? You are a lucky man, Jason.

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Monica isn't my wife, but one of my closest friends. Lucky to have such great friends.

@ConjuntoBuenaMezcla 7 лет назад

Huck Outdoors ..sorry for the assumption. Anyway, did you guys bring a bear can? That might be a good way to keep some non packaged food fresh..just occurred to me..

@braytonw1978 7 лет назад

When is the next trip

@josephallan8791 6 лет назад

This video could have been a 10. No latenight campfire life, no cookng and eating footage. Completely ruined the video. Other than those 2 massive blunders the other stuff was decent with the use of fast forward.

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

Thanks for watching Joseph. :) Btw there are no campfires allowed back in this area since it is all over 10,000'.

@gsflycaddis 7 лет назад

No fly fishing?

@HuckOutdoors 7 лет назад

Tried the fly fishing, but I was limited on the flies I brought.

@AdventureswithDon5 3 года назад

Learn how to handle your fish. You're stressing them out by hanging them off your lure to get a picture.

@HuckOutdoors 3 года назад

Thanks Don, Fish swam away fine.

@josephallan8791 6 лет назад

Damn that kind of food being packed in and cooked in the high sierras and you give her 3 seconds of video time to show her mountain culinary skills. Seriously bro cmon. Id rather see that than you guys pluck native 5 and 6 inch trout.

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

She is one heck of a cook.

@Nick.Melan. 6 лет назад

You do realize those weren't golden trout. And you also do realize that you should be wetting those hands before handling trout.

@HuckOutdoors 6 лет назад

In Odell Lake? Only Goldens are in that lake. ;) Did you not see me wetting my hands with the Goldens? She got excited on her first goldens, but she usually does wet her hands as well.