Anglers ambling around the shores of Lake Davis high in the hills above Portola, California, rarely have to make up fish stories. Created in 1967 to boost recreation options in the Northern California region known as the "Lost Sierra," Lake Davis has become a year-round freshwater-fishing fantasy land. Located 68 miles from Lake Tahoe, Lake Davis has far more than trout to entice fishers – largemouth bass, pumpkinseed, and brown bullheads are also prevalent in its waters. Whether angling for dinner or simply basking on the beach, Lake Davis is an idyllic getaway when seeking tranquility. Fed by annual snowmelt from the high Sierra peaks and largely algae free, the waters are crystal blue and mirror-like on calm days.