Exception will be made when the Lake is providing entertainment. Failure to observe these rules will result in your being asked to leave the Lake by the caretaker, a trustee, or officer of the Lake. Please download the PDF of the Lake Rules from the link at the bottom of the page to keep a copy for your records! Membership dues for the current year, January 1 to December 31, must be paid before entering the Lake. & Regulations | Water Skiing Regulations | California Boating laws are strictly enforced: The speed limit is (5) miles per hour within 200 feet of any float, fewer underwater trees and obstructions making it safer than other lake areas. Mooring is CRAFT. Keep a close watch for other boats whose occupants may be fishing or platform or wharf, within 100 feet of any swimmer; or within 200 feet of shore, Colorado Highway 165 to the town of San Isabel. hour before sunrise. Wind can make the A restaurant & small convenience store can be found in the town of San Isabel, on the north bank of the lake… No firearms, fireworks (including sparklers), or weapons of any type are permitted on Lake premises. Only non-motor boats may be put in and taken out at shelter #8. When you visit, you can take advantage of all that the water has to offer by renting a kayak, paddleboard, or signing up for a guided boat tour. Access to a paved trail that travels along the lake shore. Each passenger is required to have a life preserver. Stop fishing in time for the gates to be locked at 10:00 p.m., except for special events and October 1. Each cardholder is entitled to bring 4 guests during the year except for picnics. Requests can be made through the Parks and Recreation person. THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES SHALL HAVE THE CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF THE LAKE AND WILL ENFORCE THE RULES GOVERNING THE PROPERTIES OF LAKE ISABELLA. enforce necessary rules and regulations. (4mi round trip) hike along glacier lakes (Long Lake to Isabelle Lake) with only modest elevation climbs. Swimming beyond 300 DriveLake Isabella, CA 93240(760) 379-5646 (Voice/TDD), Boating, Wind Surfing & Jet Ski All boats, this includes canoes and jet ski's, using the lake are except where skiers take off and land. The gates will be closed at dark October 1. 3    The signs on the beach inform you of the regulations made for your protection. Be familiar with the lake, including shallow areas. AvenueBakersfield, CA 93301(661) 868-7000, LAKE ISABELLA VISITOR CENTERP.O. All boats must be registered at the Lake for means of identification. The Lake is open year round for fishing except for special events. Kayaking | | Safety Tips | You are responsible for your membership card. All rubber rafts must be large enough for two persons and EACH PASSENGER MUST HAVE A LIFE PRESERVER. No glass bottles, cans, coolers or litter of any kind permitted on the beach or in the swim area. The lake is open to fishing year round and is regularly stocked by Colorado Parks and Wildlife.Available activities include fishing, hiking, camping and sledding in the winter. Not permitted on beach. Children 3 and under may wear a properly fitted T-shirt while accompanied by a parent. If the temperature falls below 60 degrees the swimming area will be closed. All boats are subject to be checked by the Caretakers and/or Trustees when entering and leaving the Lake. For those who don't shy away from brisk water, swimming is also an option. Requests can be made through the Parks and Recreation Department and the Forest Service. Situated upon smooth boulders, this natural water slide is fed by the clear waters of the St. Charles Creek, which quickly cascade down the rocks before plummeting into a cool pond below. Box 3810, 4875 Ponderosa No fishing or fishing at or near the beach or any posted areas. person not less than 12 years of age in a position to observe the person being Rates after that are $4.00 per guest, per visit age 6-13 and $6.00 per guest, per visit age 14 and up. Visitors swim and use the area at their own risk. Windsurfing Guide | Lake Please use common sense and be courteous to others. Bass are catch and release only. San Isabel with Lake Isabel in the foreground. windy conditions. Photo: Jeffrey Beall. Perfect for a quick morning or afternoon try-out. A member must present the membership card to the gatekeeper at the time a guest enters the Lake. Rules & Regulations. All fishing tournaments are to be approved and scheduled by the Board of Trustees. for water skiers who have fallen. concessionaires. Fish are not to be brought into the Lake from an outside source. All boats towing an aquaplane or skier must have one additional Access to motorized and non-motorized trails including Cisneros, St. Charles, and Snowslide. No profanity, public intoxication, or fighting permitted. Under no circumstances are you to lend or give your card to persons not eligible to use it. at least 3 feet in order to be seen by others, and observer shall hold up an No swimming from any water crafts at any time. PLEASE USE LIGHTS FROM DUSK TO DAWN. No swimming from any water crafts at any time. Special events such as boat regattas or ski meets, may be authorized with special permission. you. The swimming area will be open 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Swimming hours on Saturdays during Bingo through the end of July will be extended until 9:00 p.m. Violation of this rule will result in automatic forfeiture of your membership. Kayaks are permitted, rules will be available at the gate. required to have a permit. No pets allowed on the premises, except Service Dogs and Guide Dogs, must have jacket and documentation. (This trail does not completely circle the lake) These two glacial lakes reflect some of the highest mountains in the state. ALL BOATS MUST BE REMOVED FROM LAKE PROPERTY BEFORE OCTOBER 16, after this date a $50.00 storage fee per month will be charged. When skiing, remain in the main dam "water ski" area. Boat rentals and sale of merchandise is only allowed by authorized with special permission. Hiking & Mountain Biking: Lake Isabel can nearly be circumnavigated along a flat, easy walking path. No fishing from banks outside the Lake area. This is a 2mi. Boats 16 ft. and larger shall also carry one approved buoyant throwable prohibited. Check at the office for permission. Department and the Forest Service. | Water Craft Rules call on marine radio channel 16 or CB channel 9. PLEASE USE LIGHTS FROM DUSK TO DAWN. All boats shall carry one approved vest type life preserver per Hours are 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. boat upon a boating area between the hours of one hour after sunset and one Swimming beyond 300 feet from shore is prohibited. One square will be punched for each guest coming into the Lake over five (5) years of age. At Lake Isabel, non-motorized boating, and fishing. THE CARETAKERS ARE THE OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVES OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES. Fishing tournaments will be scheduled during the fishing season, schedule posted at the gate. This area has Once at Isabelle the hike around the lake includes a bit of bouldering and goat-skills, but the experience is … Lake Isabel is a reservoir located in the San Isabel National Forest in Pueblo and Custer counties, in Colorado, United States.The lake is in the Wet Mountains. ALL OPERATORS OF BOATS MUST BE 18 YEARS OF AGE WHEN GOING ALONE AND USE EXTREME CAUTION IN THEIR SPEED AND ACTION, OR BE FORCED TO REMOVE BOATS FROM LAKE PROPERTY. Picnics will be limited to 100 persons. Carry only the amount of passengers your boat is designed to hold. Picnics are permitted for civic, social, and family groups when arranged by a Lake member. THE SPEED LIMIT ON THE WATER IS 10 M.P.H. Lake Area Map | Lake Camping (For example:  1 person 4 times, or 4 people 1 time each). The road passes over Lake San Isabel Dam. If you are caught taking bass or not registering other fish you will lose your pass. A safety line is required. Ice fishing permitted at the discretion of the caretakers and trustee’s. ABSOLUTELY NO BEER OR INTOXICATING BEVERAGES, INCLUDING LIQUOR AND NONALCOHOLIC BEER, GAMBLING OR NARCOTICS PERMITTED ON LAKE PREMISES. Beyond this, there is an extensive system of well maintained hiking and mountain biking trails stemming from the Lake Isabel Recreation Area into the surrounding national forest. All boaters should wear life jackets while boat is in motion. Misc. Public docks are for loading and unloading only. Special events such as boat regattas or ski meets, may be authorized No riding on the outside of automobiles or in the back of pick up trucks on Lake property.