Jack Trout International Fly Fishing Guide Service ~ 530-926-4540 ~ info@jacktrout.com

 

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Email: info@jacktrout.com

 

Here at Jack Trout ~ We offer Guided Fly Fishing Trips on the Upper and Lower Sacramento River, McCloud, Pit, Trinity and Klamath Rivers in Northern California.

Internationally, we guide in CENTRAL PATAGONIA, Chile, LAKE DISTRICT, Chile and SOUTHERN PATAGONIA, Chile, PATAGONIA, Argentina in South America & Belize in Central America.

We also offer Scenic Tours, float and rafting trips, lodging referrals and seasoned local information for Siskiyou, Shasta and Trinity County, Northern California.

We have the most experienced guides, ready to serve you.

If you would like to get a glimpse into my world, check out my weblog of past trips, stories and digital images.

Feel free to email me for more information.

Fly Fishing Northen California

 

I wrote the section on Fly Fishing Chile and Argentina in Fodor's Travel Books.

"After 16 years of outfitting Chile and Argentina, I am proud to share with you some of my finest hours on the waters of the Patagonia as illustrated in this Fodor's book. I hope you enjoy reading then experiencing fly fishing's final frontier in two countries completely unique to one another, yet attached at the hip by the world's largest natural border. I listed all the best rivers, lodges and guides in Argentina and Chile, as well as information on choosing an area, the right times to travel to each region and many other helpful tips and secrets I've learned over the years. If you're going to Chile or Argentina for any reason. I highly suggest having this book in your pack."

Many Rivers to You, Jack Trout


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"You took us to some great holes, isolated, productive and as picturesque as a movie set. Thanks to your helpful tips on tackle set up and technique, I caught more fish in the first hour than I had on my entire previous trip elsewhere. These rainbows displayed the same energy and enthusiasm for the venture as you did."

- Richard Posilippo
Portola Valley, CA


"Thanks again for a great trip. You are an excellent guide and I will remember my first really successful fly fishing expedition for many years to come."

- Jeff Woodard
Eureka, CA

"Thanks a lot for leading me to great fishing. Your guide was excellent! The McCloud River is one of the most beautiful rivers I've ever seen."

-Robin Yount, Baseball Hall of Fame

"The finest rafting fly fishing trip for trout in California is with Jack Trout on the Upper Sacramento River. On my 3rd cast I caught a trout that was 17 inches, and by the end of the day I caught and released too many to remember? I put it on my calendar every year! "

-Tom Stienstra, San Francisco Chronicle, 2 times National Outdoor Writer's Award

mcCloud River
McCloud River

 

dunsmuir, upper sacramento

The Upper Sacramento River, Pit, Klamath Rivers and McCloud Rivers are located off Interstate 5 and Highway 89 near Dunsmuir, Mt. Shasta, and McCloud (and Yreka) in Siskiyou and Shasta Counties. These rivers are approximately one-two hours North of Redding and just five-six hours North of the Bay Area.

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Area Map

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fee schedule

Fee Schedule

 

Tom Stienstra with Upper Sacramento Trout

 

Selected Weblog Entries ~ Stories + Pics

Visit my favorite weblog entries from my weblog ~ mtshasta.com

Upper Sacramento River:

April 4th, 2005 ~ Rafting Starts 2005

April 11th, 2005 ~ Upper Sac raft trip 2005

April 19th, 2005 ~ Pre-season report 2005

April 30th, 2005 ~ Upper Sac and Beer!

Patagonia, Chile

Jan 27th, 2002 ~ Catching McCloud River Rainbows on the Rio Simpson

Jan 28th, 2006 ~ Arriving in Chile 2006

Feb 3rd, 2006 ~ Lakes and Rivers and Penguins!

Feb 12th, 2006 ~ Adventures of Clay and Blake in Chile

March 5th, 2006~ Chilean Fishing and Food

March 23th, 2006 ~ 2006 Chile Season comes to a Close

Trinity River:

Oct 30th, 2003 ~ Catching Steelhead on the Trinity River

October 13th, 2004 ~ Caught a nice one right off the bat

October 5th, 2004 ~ Mike + Matt fish the Trinity

January 26th, 2005 ~ Chris hits a pod of Adult Steelhead

December 18th, 2006 ~ Lori, Camloop and some BIG fish

Patagonia, Chile :

Jan 27th, 2002 ~ Catching McCloud River Rainbows on the Rio Simpson

McCloud River :

Sept 25th, 2002 ~ Fall Colors

July 10th 2002 ~ Staying Cool in Siskiyou County

Upper Sacramento River:

May 29th, 2002 ~ Upper Sacramento Raft Fishing Trip

May 21st, 2002 ~ Rafting La Moine Canyon

May 10th, 2002 ~ Catching the Upper Sac Rainbow

Shasta Scenic Tours:

Sept 11, 2002 ~ Touring Group Trip

Aug 16th, 2002 ~ Summer Bus Tour. History Lesson

June 12th, 2002 ~ Shasta Summer, Northern California Aerial Photos

Oct 4th, 2003 ~ Burney Falls, Mt Lassen touring

Klamath River :

Nov 24th, 2003 ~ Fishing for Steelhead. Winter fishing yields a Big Catch

Feb 12th, 2004 ~ Team Trout catch monster fish on the Klamath

Dec 30th, 2006 ~ Keeping Warm, Muffins + Fishing in December on the Klamath

Lower Sacramento River:

October 18th, 2006 ~ Dave Earl and the Pontoon Boat

October 19th, 2006 ~ Pat and the Caddis Hatches

 


 

Articles / Press:

Via Magazine

National Geographic

Sunset.com

Mid Current News

SF GATE ~ Brian Hoffman - The Fishing Report 11/9/2006

International Destinations

 

CENTRAL PATAGONIA,CHILE - Deep in the heart of the Andes Mountains is an area that offers unsurpassed fly fishing and scenic beauty both in rivers, lakes and lagoons. You will be fascinated by snow capped mountain peaks, glaciers, hot springs, waterfalls as well as 9 lb trout! Everywhere you look is a lifetime-type view!
PATAGONIA, ARGENTINA- Just outside of Bariloche, Argentina is the Rio Limay and the Rio Manso as well as San Martin de los Andes and many other rivers outside of Esquel. We outfit these Argentine destinations with our guides Martin and Dereo and have access to private water ranches.
BELIZE,CENTRAL AMERICA- Within the nearby waters swim trophy bonefish, permit, and tarpon. Most if not all of these fish have never seen a fly. Only recently have road improvements and electricity been introduced to the region, meaning previous anglers could only take advantage of this area by long boat rides.
LAKE DISTRICT, CHILE ~ The 9th and 10th regions of Chile are known for their unbelievable beauty, great fly fishing as well as volcanoes, rivers and National Parks. With rivers and lakes practically everywhere, the choice daily is what direction to head into! We float as well as wade these rivers, lakes and spring creeks in search of your fly fishing adventure

patagoniaSOUTHERN PATAGONIA, CHILE... fly fishing's final frontier. Visit up to 6 rivers in one week! Visit Southern Chile's premier fly fishing destinations. Excellent guides, accommodations and meals. Click here for more information.

 

Weblog Entries:

Jan 27th, 2002 ~ Catching McCloud River Rainbows on the Rio Simpson

Jan 28th, 2006 ~ Arriving in Chile 2006

Feb 3rd, 2006 ~ Lakes and Rivers and Penguins!

Feb 12th, 2006 ~ Adventures of Clay and Blake in Chile

March 5th, 2006~ Chilean Fishing and Food

March 23th, 2006 ~ 2006 Chile Season comes to a Close

 


Northern California


\Upper Sacramento River & McCloud River - Our home turf. The uniquely beautiful McCloud River and the dynamic yet gorgeous Upper Sacramento Rivers are the crown jewels of Northern California angling. Let us show you the best they have to offer. We raft and wade these two world famous rivers known for their strong fighting trout and scenic beauty!

Weblog Entries :

 

Sept 25th, 2002 ~ Fall Colors

July 10th 2002 ~ Staying Cool in Siskiyou County

April 4th, 2005 ~ Rafting Starts 2005

April 11th, 2005 ~ Upper Sac raft trip 2005

April 19th, 2005 ~ Pre-season report 2005

April 30th, 2005 ~ Upper Sac and Beer!


Lower Sacramento River - The Lower Sacramento is famous for its healthy population of football-shaped wild Rainbows.

Weblog Entries :

October 18th, 2006 ~ Dave Earl and the Pontoon Boat

October 19th, 2006 ~ Pat and the Caddis Hatches

 


klamath riverKlamath River - The Klamath River is one of the California hidden fly fishing treasures. We float the Klamath for Steelhead and Trout all year around. The Klamath River is a 40-minute drive from Mt. Shasta City and has become a favorite of ours to share with our customers. Click here for more information.

Weblog Entries :

Nov 24th, 2003 ~ Fishing for Steelhead. Winter fishing yields a Big Catch

Feb 12th, 2004 ~ Team Trout catch monster fish on the Klamath

Dec 30th, 2006 ~ Keeping Warm, Muffins + Fishing in December on the Klamath

 


Trinity River - Located about an hour west of Redding is one of California's most scenic and rewarding fly fishing rivers.

Weblog Entries:

Oct 30th, 2003 ~ Catching Steelhead on the Trinity River

October 13th, 2004 ~ Caught a nice one right off the bat

October 5th, 2004 ~ Mike + Matt fish the Trinity

January 26th, 2005 ~ Chris hits a pod of Adult Steelhead

December 18th, 2006 ~ Lori, Camloop and some BIG fish


Mt. Shasta Scenic Tours - Mt Shasta's most experienced tour company. We will host your bus tour, lead groups, families and travelers to the most gorgeous spots in Northern California. We can guide bus tours, groups, families and travelers to the most gorgeous spots in Northern California. Picnic lunches, custom catering, photo tours, mountain hikes, spectacular waterfall experiences and much more. We have the most knowledgeable guides who can create unique nature experiences you'll never forget.

Weblog Entries :

Sept 11, 2002 ~ Touring Group Trip

Aug 16th, 2002 ~ Summer Bus Tour. History Lesson

June 12th, 2002 ~ Shasta Summer, Northern California Aerial Photos

Oct 4th, 2003 ~ Burney Falls, Mt Lassen touring

 

 


Pit River - A dramatic river, located near the town of Burney. Unsurpassed beauty!


Henderson Springs - Private Ranch with amazing accomodations, unpressured game fish areas, gourmet catered meals in gorgeous surroundings.

 


Jack Trout's recommended VACATION RENTALS - recommended and affordable places to stay in the Northern California area


WEBLOG!

* Check out our adventures weekly with photos and stories at www.mtshasta.com


Links:
Mt Shasta Information Page:

 http://www.mtshasta.com  

http://www.mtshastachamber.com   

http://www.shastahome.com

 Lodging Mt Shasta

 http://www.mtshastaresort.com

http://www.mtshastainn.com

http://www.dreaminnmtshastacity.com

http://a1choiceinn.com

http://www.coldcreekinn.com 

http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/productInfo.do?propertyCode=05243

http://www.mtshastavacationrentals.com

http://mtshastacabins.com

http://www.stayinshasta.com 

Lodging Dunsmuir 

http://www.cavesprings.com

http://www.dunsmuirchamber.com

 Lodging McCloud

 http://www.mccloudhotel.com

http://www.mccloudrentals.com

http://www.mccloudchamber.com

http://www.riverinn.com

http://www.mccloudmercantile.com/

 Lodging Trinity River Area

 http://www.lewistonhotel.net

http://www.trinitycounty.com

http://www.trinitycounty.com/weavervillevictorianinn/VictorianInn.htm

http://www.iclodge.com

 Shasta / Trinity Forest

 http://www.trinitycafe.com

http://www.billygoatstavern.com

http://www.mtshastamassageandspa.com

http://www.siskiyouhumane.org

http://www.riverdancers.com

http://www.turtleriver.com

http://www.oldbridgerafting.com

http://www.riverexchange.org

http://www.forestlodgemotel.com

http://www.skipark.com

http://www.mtshastarunners.com

http://www.visitsiskiyou.org

http://www.trinitycounty.com

http://www.marblemountainranch.com

http://www.klamathriverresortinn.com

http://www.klamathranchresortinn.com

http://www.shastaguides.com

 Fly Fishing Partners

http://www.brodin.com

http://www.gloomis.com

http://www.rossreels.com

http://www.umpqua.com

http://www.klamathflyfishing.com

http://www.flyshop.com 

http://www.tedfay.com 

http://www.granzellas.com 

http://www.sfgate.com

http://www.tomstienstra.com

http://www.floridasportfishing.com

http://www.goldriverguides.com  

http://www.peets.com

http://www.caldwellfishing.com

http://www.google.com

http://www.yahoo.com

 

More Fly Fishing resources and Links from the Net

SantaCruzFlyFishermen.org Favorite Links~

Flyshops & Gear

The Anglers Choice Tackle Shop, located at 1203 41st Ave., Capitola, is your one-stop shop for all of your fishing needs. Stop by and say hi!
The Great River Company, a flyshop where our sister flyclub, the Peninsula Fly Fishers have many of their classes and events.
Fishermans Emporium, an online fly shop with everything for the fly fisherman.
Porta-Boat, maker of portable, self-powered watercraft, for those people who need more than a float tube to get where the fish are biting.
Orvis, the penultimate fly fishing outfitter. Shop 'til you drop! Also contains good references for fly tying.
The Knife Outlet, a good place to go for your cutlery needs!
The San Jose Flyshop, a new place to do our fly fishing shopping.
Ernie's Casting Pond a local flyshop here in the Santa Cruz area.
Upstream Fly Shop Owner Kurt Lemon donates the Dame Julianna Award to one of our club members each year
Fish First!, a flyshop in Albany, CA Northern California Fly Fishing Reports
Fly Fishing Review a great, comprehensive site, gear reviews, educational articles, contributed by site visitors.
UDAP Pepper Spray; they sell defensive products, and they have tips on safety in bear country
Tanners Leather Repair, boot and wader repair
Eagle Fly Fishing The official site of J.Fair's Outdoors, where you can order his fine fly tying materials.

Information & Guiding

Donner Hat Creek Ranch, a pay-to-play fishing access in Hat Creek, CA, on blue ribbon trout water.
Santa Cruz and Monterey Fishing Bulletin Board, a new forum to post and read what's happening in our area, fishing-wise!
Trout Creek Flies, if you are going to the Green River in Utah, this is the best guide service in the area.
Hook Chart, a comprehensive reference for all types, sizes and brands of hooks.
Diptera, a site in England, with fly tying patterns, recipes, knots and more!
California Fly Fisher,the web version of the magazine, featuring articles of special interest for fly fishers in California.
Fly Fishing For Fun, a site hosted by Lois Kilburn, a FFF certified casting instructor, fly tier, and guide. Fly fishing is a lot of things, but most of all, it's supposed to be fun!
Tide Tool, a downloadable application for use on Palm OS handheld computers, that computes tides in locations all over the world.
Putah Creek Fly Fishing, a guide service on Putah Creek, below Lake Berryessa.
Knots Directory, a good instructional site with clear diagrams, for the knots that fly fishers all need to know. Santa Clara Parks and Recreation Department, local places to fish, downloadable maps.
Western Fly Fishing, information on the far western states, excluding Montana and Wyoming, with river levels, weather, and fly patterns.
Twin River Anglers, covers the five western states, (WA, OR, MT, ID, and WY), river information, maps, fly patterns, weather, and frequent fishing reports.
Fly Anglers Online, lots of instructional material, beginner, intermediate and advanced fly tying, knots, etc.
Trout Flies, an excellent site for fly tyers, has step-by-step instructions and detailed photos of fly tying procedures, for a limited number of flies.
Andrew Harris, a guide who specializes in the Wild Trout Waters of Northern California.
Keep Tying, the online version of the magazine of the same name.
Dan Fallon,who is trying to set records around the world, catching the largest fish on the smallest rod, reel and tippet.
Ralph Cutter's website, excellent source of info on fishing the Sierras
Bokeela Tarpon Inn, Florida, an upscale bed and breakfast on the shore of Charlotte Harbor, near hot tarpon fishing in Florida
Fly Fishing in Argentina and Chile
Pinto Lake, a local lake in Watsonville, that is stocked regularly and is an easy, close-by place to fish. Pyramid Lake Fishing, an informational site, with updated fishing reports on the lake.
Angling Adventures in British Columbia, a very informative site, with advice on fishing different conditions, entomology, etc.
Sierra West Adventures,guided trips on the Tuolumne, Stanislas, Merced, Calaveras, and Mokelumne Rivers, with host Steve Walser.
American Fly Company, information and fishing reports on Northern California fishing spots, such as Milton Reservoir, Pleasant Valley Reservoir, and Lake Almanor, among others.
Gary Graham's website, information about fly fishing in Baja.
Pacific Extremes, a site focusing on angling and adventure travel, by our good friend, Ken Hanley
Index of Fly Fishing Sites, a massive index of fly fishing sites
The California Department of Water Resources, where you can check on the conditions of rivers and lakes in California.
Flycaster.com; a fly fishing club directory, where you can look up other clubs'websites.
Snakebite Emergency Information, what to do if bitten by a venomous snake.
A History of Fly Fishing ,Everything you ever wanted to know about the origins of the sport of Fly Fishing.
Evening Rise, Northern California fly fishing info Ron Thompson, The Blackwater a guide on the Blackwater River in British Columbia.
Jack Trout, a guide on the McCloud and Upper Sacramento River, also guides in Patagonia, Chile, in the winter months.
American Fly Fishing Company A fly shop in Sacramento, and a good source of info on northern California fishing.
The Virtual Fly Box,over 940 fly patterns, complete with photo, materials list, and step-by-step instructions.
The Trout Fitter,a good source of information about the Mammoth Lakes area
Fishing Cairns, Australia; lots of good, basic info, like knot tying, etc.
Fly Fishing on four Northern California Rivers Information on fishing access and conditions on the Upper Sacramento, Pitt, McCloud and Trinity Rivers.
Reports on fishing in Monterey Bay and nearby waters.
Fly Fish Northern California, useful information for fishing the waters of Northern California.
Dan Blanton's website, lots of stuff of interest to our club.
Virtual Flyshop a comprehensive site on Western flyfishing.
McCloud River Fly Fishing Adventures, Rick Cox is a local Santa Cruzan who guides on the McCloud during the summer.

Clubs & Organizations

Solano Fly Fishers,a non-profit organization founded in 1983 by a group of fly fishermen dedicated to the support and conservation of native fish and their environment.
California Sportfishing Protection Alliance, a longstanding nonprofit organization working for the conservation of California's fisheries and their aquatic habitat.
Fly Fishing Foxes, Central Coast Women's Fly Fishing Group
Chico Fly Fishers, a networked fly club in the Chico, CA area
Napa Valley Fly Fishermen, a fly club in Napa Valley, of course!
Russian River Fly Fishers,a fly club based in Santa Rosa
http://taliaferro.net/fishingbuddiesFishing Buddies, a non-profit organization that takes disadvantaged kids on fishing trips
Department of Fish and Game, where you can even get your fishing license online!
The DFG Catch and Release WatersWild Trout Program, with photos and info on each one
Cal Trout Streamkeepers Program, a watchdog organization that keeps an eye on our streams and rivers.
San Jose Fly Casters, a fellow fly club in San Jose
American Rivers, an organization that protects and preserves our rivers and streams
Delta Fly Fishers, a fly club in Stockton, CA
Tracy Fly Fishers a sister flyclub in Tracy, CA.
Peninsula Fly Fishers, an FFF fly fishing club and our neighbor to the north (headquartered in Belmont)
The Northern California Council of the Federation of Fly Fishers
The Federation of Fly Fishers The Federation of Fly Fishers Clubwire

 

 

 

Jack Trout Fly Fishing & Guide Service

P.O. Box 94
Mt. Shasta, CA 96067
(530) 926-4540

Email: info@jacktrout.com

California Department of Fish & Game License #1884
Bonded, Insured, USFS Use Permit - Shasta/Trinity Forest.

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