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Antelope Lake is one of the more remote, quiet lakes on the forest. At 5000 feet in elevation, Antelope Lake is located in the north eastern part of the Mt. Hough Ranger District. It is a small remote lake with 15 miles of shoreline. Surrounding the lake are mountains blanketed with pine and fir trees. Protected coves around the lake attract several species of migrtory birds. The campgrounds are usually open by Memorial Day weekend and closed by the middle of October. These dates are subject to change depending on the snow level in the area. DIRECTIONS Antelope Lake is located 30 miles NE of Taylorsville on the Genesee/Antelope Lake Rd. From Janesville, on Hwy 395, take County Rd. 208 for four miles, then FS Rd. 28N01 for nine miles, turn right on FS Rd. 28N03 for two miles. Closest towns to purchase gasoline are Greenville and Janesville.
So nice the water is fantastic and clear great for families on the shore or kayaking
Awesome lake. Great fishing lake. It is way too small for water sports. You can't ski or tube on the lake because of its small size. Because there are lots of kayaks due to the size. There is a 25 mph limit. The lake is patrolled by a sheriff durring the summer months. Water level drops in the summer due to feeding creeks and evaporation. Lake lice is common during the warmer months will cause itching skin and a mild rash. This is due to the warmer water. It is 7.00 to launch a boat. There is camping available. If you are looking for a bigger lake with lots of amenities like restaurants and bars golfing try lake Almanor it is only a few minutes up the road it has free boat launch and trophy size fish. Be courteous and cautious going up the antelope grade there is a ton of wild life and pets. Not to mention people walking up and down. If coming from 395 lake Davis and frenchmans lake are beautiful lakes with great fishing and camping. They are closer and are easier to pull a boat or RV the grade can be pretty steep.
Went here over memorial day weekend. The lake is really full and clean, but keep in mind there are tons of bugs this year. The biting flies will bite you...a lot!! Bring bug spray.
Such a beautiful lake!! Nice water to swim in. I'm hoping the next time we visit I'd find a better place to swim like a shore to lay out towels and just step into the water without having to walk through grass. Even still, I'd still go again .
