40+ Miles Of Productive Water In California's Largest Watershed
Waters
Worth Exploring
From mighty rivers to hidden gems, discover Northern California's premiere fishing destinations.
Northern California’s Finest
From the mighty Sacramento to the pristine McCloud, each water we fish has its own personality, challenges, and rewards. Our guides know these rivers intimately - where to find the fish, when to fish them, and how to make your day memorable.
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From Redding to Red Bluff, the Lower Sacramento stands as one of the country’s most prolific tailwater fisheries.
Wild Rainbow Trout Averaging 16-17", With Trophy Fish 20"+
Year-Round Action With Diverse Hatches And Salmon Runs
Premier Tailwater Fishery With World-Class Fishing Quality
Easy To Find Solitude Despite Exceptional Fish Numbers
From seasonal strategies to prime fishing windows, click below for our complete guide to the Lower Sac.
Upper Sacramento: Wild Water, Wild Trout
A classic freestone stream in Mt. Shasta's shadow, offering pristine waters and acrobatic wild trout. Perfect for wade fishing enthusiasts seeking mountain scenery.
35 Miles Of Pristine Mountain Freestone Water
Wild Rainbow Trout With Lake-Run Fish Up To 20"
Strong Hatches From Spring Through Fall
Perfect Wade Fishing With Diverse Pocket Water
Breathtaking Scenery Under Mt. Shasta's Peak
McCloud River: Living History
Home to the legendary McCloud River Redband trout, this scenic canyon holds some of the West's most historic waters – home to one of the most famous strains of rainbow trout in the world.
10 Miles Of Pristine Glacial Waters In A Dramatic Canyon Setting
Home To The Famous McCloud River Redband Strain
Technical Dry Fly Fishing With Diverse Hatches
Historic Waters That Seeded Global Rainbow Populations
Advanced Wade Fishing In Crystalline Pools
The McCloud River is perhaps one of the prettiest places in the West to fly fish. Explore the rich history, seasonal patterns, and fishing techniques that make the McCloud legendary.
Pit River:
Risk & Reward
The Pit has earned the reputation as being one of the tougher rivers in California to wade—a classic “risk vs reward” river. While the wading and access may be difficult, this powerhouse of a trout stream is jam-packed with plump, wild rainbow trout. A favorite spot for our Pit River fly fishing guides, there is an abundance of food throughout the year to keep these fish shaped like footballs.
From indicator fishing to high-stick, Czech-style nymphing, this is a trout angler dreamland. You can expect to do a little bush-whacking while navigating from spot to spot on this river, but when you do get to the right spots, it’s usually game on! The Pit typically runs a little off-color, making it mostly a nymph game. For those who get excited about adventure angling, a trip with our Pit River fly fishing guides is just for you.
Fall River: Spring Creek Perfection
Fall River is the largest spring creek system in the country, home to one of the healthiest populations of native rainbow trout in the west.
Largest Spring Creek System In The Country
15 Miles Of Nutrient-Rich, Spring-Fed Waters
Healthy Population Of Selective Wild Rainbows
Premium Dry Fly Fishing May Through October
Technical Sight-Fishing In Gin-Clear Water
A day of trout fishing on this magical spring creek is something that should be on every serious angler's bucket list. Dive deeper into spring creek tactics, hatches, and best times to fish this technical water.
Klamath River: Swing Fisherman’s Paradise
The Klamath River is the second largest drainage in California, boasting consistently strong returns of steelhead year in and year out. As the river winds southwest from below the Iron Gate Dam towards the Pacific Ocean, it takes many different forms. From high desert to thickly wooded pine forests, the river has a variety of scenery to fish through. The long sweeping tailouts and extensive rock gardens make this river a swing fisherman’s paradise. The Klamath River steelhead might not be the biggest on the West Coast, but their sheer numbers will more than make up for that.
- Second Largest Drainage In California
- Consistent Steelhead Returns Year-Round
- Diverse Water Types From Desert To Forest
- Perfect For Swing Fishing Techniques
- Known For Numbers Over Size
Trinity River: Steelhead Country
The Trinity has earned quite the reputation over the past 10 years as one of the premier rivers in the west to consistently catch native Pacific Steelhead.
50+ Miles Of Prime Steelhead Water In An Intimate Setting
Reliable Runs Of Both Wild And Hatchery Fish August Through March
Perfect Blend Of Accessibility And Productive Water
Known For Consistent Catch Rates And Aggressive Takes
Multiple Techniques From Swinging Flies To Nymphing
Learn about run timing, fishing techniques, and prime seasons in our detailed Trinity River guide.
Hat Creek: Dry Fly Dreams
Hat Creek is one of California’s most spectacular fisheries. Our efforts are mostly focused on the 3.5 miles of river between Powerhouse #2 and Lake Britton. This spring creek features some great riffles below the powerhouse and down lower in the stretch with some beautiful slow-moving flats in between. With both rainbow and brown trout swimming in its waters, Hat Creek can provide some exciting yet challenging dry fly fishing when conditions are right.
- Classic Spring Creek Technical Fishing
- Both Rainbow And Brown Trout
- 3.5 Miles Of Prime Water
- Prime Riffles And Slow-Moving Flats
Feather River: Worth Discovering
The Feather River from Oroville to Gridley has emerged as one of Northern California's premier steelhead destinations. This tailwater fishery boasts some of the most impressive steelhead numbers in the valley, making it a favorite choice for anglers seeking consistent action. It's difficult to find a river that returns more steelhead numbers in the state.
Shasta Lake: Bass Fishing Central
Where mountain scenery meets world-class bass fishing, offering a perfect change of pace from trout.
Premier Mountain Reservoir Bass Fishery
Three Species: Spotted, Smallmouth, And Largemouth Bass
Productive Float & Fly Fishing Opportunities
Clear Water Sight-Fishing Potential
Year-Round Opportunities In Scenic Setting
Get the full scoop on bass fishing techniques, seasonal patterns, and best times on the lake by checking out our Shasta Lake Guide below.
Eel River: Wild Coast Classic
Last Stronghold Of Wild West Coast Steelhead
Pure Genetics With No Hatchery Influence
Prime Winter Fishing December Through March
Chrome-Bright Ocean-Run Fish
Weather-Dependent Windows Of Excellence
Any encounter with one of these wild, chrome-bright fish is an experience you will never forget. Find out everything about winter steelhead timing, conditions, and strategies on the Eel by clicking the link below.
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