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Dramatic mountain peaks tower over the
tranquil Lower Sardine Lake, a small alpine
oasis situated at 6,218 feet. Its
breathtaking shoreline is surrounded by an
alpine wonderland, offering a pleasant
one-mile paddle. This popular destination is
renowned for its paddling, kayak fishing,
and hiking.
Wildflowers, soaring eagles, otters, and
diverse wildlife make Lower Sardine Lake a
perfect paddling getaway. Despite its serene
quality, it is the most crowded lake in the
Lakes Basin Recreation Area.
An ideal retreat for paddlers seeking to
explore multiple small lakes or take in
beautiful scenery, Lower Sardine Lake
features a compact, conveniently located
campground. However, accessing Upper Sardine
Lake requires portaging your boat.
Sardine Lake Campground is perfectly located
for those looking to discover the numerous
trails that connect to the various lakes in
the Lakes Basin region. Nestled along a lush
wet meadow at the foot of the picturesque
Sierra Buttes, the campground provides
stunning views of high-altitude lakes and
dramatic mountain peaks in the vicinity.
The Department of Fish and Game annually
stocks Lower Sardine Lake with 20,000
catchable rainbow and brook trout, as well
as 10,000 Mackinaw fingerlings. May is the
prime time to fish the Mackinaw, shortly
after ice-out. The lake's peaceful waters
and small size
 make
it well-suited for novice kayak anglers,
though caution is advised due to the
presence of active bears along the
shoreline.
Several other pristine paddling destinations
are located near Sardine Lake.
Map of Lower Sardine Lake
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