For all purchases made through May 31, 2025, including advance purchases for a later date, click here. Crystal Lakes Fishing Pass
Starting June 1, 2025, continue on this page to buy fishing passes and pay fees.
Welcome to Crystal Lakes!
All non-members over the age of 6 who fish in Crystal Lakes need permission from a Crystal Lakes (CL) owner and a Guest Fishing Pass to fish in any CL water.
Daily pass prices vary depending on when they are purchased and validated (filled out). Buy in advance for the best price - any time before your first cast!
To Buy a Guest Pass:
Step 1: Get written permission to purchase guest passes from a CL property owner in good standing, either in print or electronic. You may use the form located here if you wish: Guest Permission Form.pdf. Carry this with you at all times when you're fishing.
Step 2: Buy a pass for one specific person on a specific date. Passes are non-transferable and non-refundable. Early Bird pricing if you buy before you start to fish!
Step 3: Either print, download, or take a screenshot. Do not rely on cell service in Crystal Lakes. Adults must also have photo ID.
The Bag Limit is 3 fish per ticket. Children age 6 and under don't need a pass but must apply their fish to an adult's limit. Fish may be kept from Snoopy Pond, Beaver Pond, Otter Pond, Little Lone Pine Pond, Lower Lone Pine Reservoir and Crystal Lake (except the West-end inlet).
*EXCEPTION! Palomino Trout (yellow) must be quickly and gently released, regardless of where they were caught. 
In Sportsman Areas, ALL fish must be released. Use flies or lures only, NO BAIT! *Sportsman Areas are Catawba Pond, Cutthroat Pond, the Crystal Lake inlet, and all streams.
*Please cut your line if the hook is difficult to remove. This increases the odds of survival, and the fish will eventually spit out the hook.
Want to know more?
Crystal Lakes Website
CL Fishing Board: [email protected]
*Advance Purchase Passes may be purchased here or at Base Camp during office hours. Late Purchase Passes, Late Validation Fees, and Fish Damage Fees are only available here.
**All online transactions are subject to processing fees in accordance with FTC regulations. Processing fees are shown by each ticket and at checkout.
