Photo: UzbekistanQoppa · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Heads up: Weekends near the water fill first. Book the campsite before the gear.
Quick facts
- Type
- Lake
- State
- California
- Surface area
- About 89 acres
- Elevation
- 5,200 ft
- Boat ramps
- 1
- Campgrounds
- 3
- Fish species
- 1
Get on the water
Ramps & rentals
Bring the boat on wheels
Rent a campervan and paddle from shore, or gear up for a day at the water.
Affiliate linksWhere to stay
Camp near the water
Private sites nearby
Ranch, desert and waterfront sites hosted by landowners.
Affiliate linkCabins and hotels near Hume Lake
Lake houses, cabins and hotels close to the water, with free cancellation on many stays.
Affiliate linkWhat's biting
Fishing by month
| Species | Origin | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow troutLast stocked Sep 6, 2026 | Stocked |
Lighter is slow, darker is peak. The outlined column is this month. "Reported" means only one verified catch record so far.
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Half-day and full-day trips with gear and local know-how.
Affiliate links- TroutSep 6, 2026
- TroutMay 17, 2026
- TroutApr 12, 2026
Gear for these fish
Partner linksFishing rules · California
Limits & regulations
Off the water
Nearby trails
Trailheads from OpenStreetMap and hand-checked notes. Open the trailhead in your hiking app for full route details.
Before you launch
Gas, bait & supplies nearby
Gas and fuel docks
- Hume Lake Gas StationDiesel0.1 miDirections
- Independent1.8 miDirections
- Stony Creek GasolineDiesel 65569 Generals Highway, Sequoia National Park9.1 miCallDirections
Groceries and ice
- Stony Creek Market9.1 miDirections
RV dump and fresh water
- RV dump stationFresh water0.2 miDirections
Ranger stations
- Hume Station0.1 miDirections
- Big Meadows Guard Station5.9 miDirections
- Black Rock Station11.2 miDirections
- Pear Lake Ranger Station17.7 miDirections
Hospitals and urgent care
- Family Healthcare Network 30924 East Kings Canyon Road18.7 miCallDirections
- Adventist Health Medical Office - Dinuba 1451 East El Monte Way, Dinuba · Mo-Fr 08:00-18:0030.8 miCallDirections
- Aria Community Health Center31.6 miDirections
- Adventist Health Medical Office - Reedley 811 East 11th Street, Reedley · Mo-Fr 07:30-18:00; Sa,Su 09:00-18:0031.9 miCallDirections
Distances are straight-line from the water. Listings © OpenStreetMap contributors; hours change, so call ahead. In an emergency, call 911.
Trip planner
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Packing list
Don't forget
Good to know
Hume Lake FAQ
Where can I launch a boat on Hume Lake?
Boat ramps and marinas listed for this water: Boat ramp. Fees and hours change by season, so check with the managing agency before you tow.
Where can I camp near Hume Lake?
Campgrounds near the water include Hume Lake Campground, Aspen Hollow Group Campground, Logger Flat Group Campground. When public sites are full, private sites nearby are listed on Hipcamp.
What fish are in Hume Lake?
Hume Lake has Rainbow trout. Rainbow trout is stocked by the state.
Is Hume Lake stocked with fish?
Yes. The most recent state planting report for Hume Lake lists Trout the week of 2026-09-06. Sign up on this page to get an email when it's stocked again.
Is there gas near Hume Lake?
The closest listed fuel is Hume Lake Gas Station, about 0.1 miles from the water.
Do I need a fishing license at Hume Lake?
Yes. In California, anyone 16 or older needs a California fishing license, and some waters need extra stamps or validations. Check the state wildlife agency for current rules before you fish.
Keep exploring
Nearby water
Sources: USGS 3DHP and National Atlas (rivers via Esri Living Atlas), Recreation.gov RIDB, OpenStreetMap contributors, CDFW and AZGFD, GBIF, NWS. Photo credits are listed on the photo credits page. All outbound links are affiliate links.