About: -Lake Isabella
is situated in the beautiful Kern River Valley along Highway 178 and
155 approximately 45 miles northwest of Bakersfield. Lake Isabella is
fed by the Kern River. The surface of the lake is 11,400 acres with a
shoreline of 38 miles. Numerous well maintained camping facilities are
located around the lake. Fishing is allowed 24 hours and the summer
months offer some "cool" catfishing. There are three marinas on the
lake where boat rentals, tackle, and snacks are available. Lake
Isabella is well known by local anglers for the excellent catfish,
crappie, and pre-spawn bass fishing.