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Lee Vining Creek
Gauge data unavailable for Lee Vining Creek.
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24-Hr Pressure
23.62 inHg · → High/stable
Local Weather
Tough conditions — fish deep
Today
☀️Clear sky
74° / 41°
Tomorrow
☁️Overcast
77° / 46°
Wed
☁️Overcast
77° / 56°
Thu
☀️Clear sky
81° / 53°
Cold front incoming — go deep with nymphs, surface activity likely slow.
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🪰 Hatch Calendar
Lee Vining Creek · June · Early Summer
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GOLDEN STONES (size 6-8) emerging when flows settle. PMDs (size 14-16). Caddis. Tioga Pass opening — short summer window begins.
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About Lee Vining Creek
Lee Vining Creek flows from the high Sierra near Tioga Pass down to Mono Lake, with wild rainbow and brown trout in its upper reaches near the gateway to Yosemite's east entrance. The creek is regulated to protect Mono Lake's tributary flows — sections may be closed or restricted. A scenic, accessible Eastern Sierra fishery.
Regulations
Live CFS data unavailable — no confirmed active USGS gauge. Special water regulations apply to protect Mono Lake tributary instream flows. Check CDFW for current restrictions and any seasonal closures. California Sport Fishing License required.