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Desolation Lake fishing reports
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When are Brown trout biting on Desolation Lake?
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Fishing regulations at Desolation Lake, CA
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Fishing regulations in California can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.
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