Escape to
California's Central Sierra Gold Country! Magnificent scenery, miles of secluded
shoreline, fantastic boating and fishing, and clean, clear water make New
Melones Lake the perfect place for a luxury houseboat vacation!
First filled in 1983, New
Melones Lake has 12,500 surface acres when full and more than 100 miles of
scenic shoreline to explore. The lake is framed by topography ranging from the
rugged Stanislaus River Canyon cliffs to oak-studded golden Sierra foothills.
Fishermen number New Melones Lake among their favorites for its excellent trout,
bass, crappie and catfish action. Something's always biting. Hundreds of
wildlife species including deer, fox, coyote, beaver, otter, and raccoon can be
seen along New Melones Lake's shore. Up above, eagles, heron, hawks, cormorant
and grebe are common sights. The lake also features a mountain bike trail with
easy access and parking.