American River 
 A fly fisherman along the North Fork American River.
A fly fisherman along the North Fork American River. Photo: Wayde Carroll

Sawmill Lake:

Although the lake lies entirely on private Nevada Irrigation District lands, fishing and dispersed camping are allowed.

Boating: Smallish lake but it offers nice flatwater paddling. Car-top launch of small boats.

Fishing: Rainbows, Kamloops Junction strains, stocked (1999). Shoreline fishing often rewarding, especially along south shore.

Hiking: The Grouse Ridge Trail can be accessed by crossing the dam and spillway, but wading across is not advisable in high water periods.