How are California's reservoirs?

Sunset, June, 1993 by Jeff Phillips, Dale Conour

Where to call: For lake level and general information, call the Pine Flat Lake office, (209) 787-2589. For camping and rafting information, call Trimmer Ranger Station, 855-8321.

11. Lake San Antonio

Surface area: 5,687 acres.

Fullness forecast: 70 percent.

Recreation: This small jewel is at its highest level since 1989, which is not saying much. But despite its low level, the lake will be in full operation this summer, with four campgrounds and two full-service marinas.

Where to call: For lake level and general information, call Monterey County Parks Department, (805) 472-2311. For camping and boating information, call Lake San Antonio Resorts, (800) 310-2313.

12. Isabella Lake

Surface area: 11,000 acres.

Fullness forecast: Full.

Recreation: While Isabella is open to all types of boating, as well as water scooters and water-skiers, it's becoming a very popular place for windsurfing, too, thanks to good afternoon winds. You can rent what you need from any of the three full-service marinas. Nearby are playgrounds, a gold course, a nature study area, a rifle and trap range, and whitewater rafting on the Kern River. There are 800 developed sites for tents and RVs, 6 group camps, and several free primitive camp areas on the lake.

Where to call: For lake level and general information, call the visitor center, (619) 379-5646. For camping reservations, call Mistix, (800) 283-2267. For tee times and reservations, call Kern Valley Golf & Country Club, (619) 376-2828.