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Lake Henshaw

Lake Henshaw was formed by the only dam built on the San Luis Rey River in 1922. In June 1922, William G. Henshaw entered into a contract with the United States on behalf of the Rincon and Pala Indians. Henshaw wanted to build a storage dam and reservoir at Warner's Ranch on the Upper Quechla, with the intent of diverting river water for irrigation. This contract is in dispute as well. In protest of the dam's construction, local Indians went to court to contest the legality of the contract. The United States Government ruled in favor of Henshaw, and a dam to hold back approximately 200,000 acre feet of water was built. It is a prime fishing lake in beautiful surroundings and great to go fishing at. The species of fish are Bass, Channel Catfish, Crappie, and Blue Gill. Lake Henshaw is open year round from 6:30 a.m. to sundown. Boat rentals are available at the marina. There is no sailing, Jet skis, swimming, or tubing allowed in the lake. There are resorts that carry a basic variety of food, bait, and tackle. There is a restaurant near and the nearest gas station is 12 miles away. Nobody is supposed to touch the water at Lake Henshaw.

Directions:
Lake Henshaw is located 60 miles northeast of San Diego, and 100 miles south of Los Angeles on Highway 76.

Hours of Operation:
Open All-Year (sunrise to sunset)

Fishing Permits:
Adult $5 | Youth (under 12) Free

Boat Rentals:
Row Boat $10 | Motor Boat $30

Private Boat Launch:
$5 per boat

Camping:
RV camping $16 per day, campsites $14 per day up to 4 people
Cabins are available at $45-65 per night

Jesse S.

jlsfish@hotmail.com

Visitors: 03700

Page Updated Sat Jun 22, 2002 3:04pm EDT