Nestled among a series of foothills, plateaus, and canyons in a remote area, this large lake features diverse topography ranging from rocky boulders and cliffs to grassy beaches. The scenic lake offers paddling opportunities and several boat-in campsites at the eastern end, where the San Joaquin River flows into Millerton Lake.

The shoreline's topographical appearance fluctuates dramatically from month to month, especially in late summer. Novice paddlers can enjoy the lake by paddling along the shoreline near the Millerton Lake campground, exploring the many coves and inlets during spring and early summer.

Temperance Flat Boat-in Camping, located about 11 miles up the San Joaquin River channel from Winchell Cove, is accessible by launching from Millerton Lake, which is open for boating year-round from sunrise to 10 p.m. Paddlers should be aware of the winds that typically pick up around 11 a.m., creating strong headwinds on the return trip. Late spring is an ideal time to paddle and camp in this scenic area.

Millerton Lake supports a diverse fishery, including striped, spotted, largemouth and smallmouth bass, American shad, channel and white catfish, bluegill, and crappie. The lake allows a variety of recreational activities, from boating and fishing to swimming, biking, hiking, and horseback riding.

Map of Millerton Lake