The creeks of the Lost Sierra are absolutely perfect right now, my guests and I have been having some epic trips venturing deep into the canyon water. Three things that are most prevalent on my guided creek trips are unbound beauty, eager small wild trout, and solitude. We have yet to see any other anglers on the water, and have only seen a few footprints. Most of the time I'll sacrifice the larger fish and crowds of the Truckee area for the simplicity and enjoyment of the creeks. Pretty damn cool.
Water temps are still cold as most of these creek are spring fed, no Hoot Owl closures here due to warm water. Summer 2019 has been a big caddis year, E/C caddis and Elk Hair caddis patterns in amber, olive, and gray are the preferred flies. In the afternoons ants and hoppers are a great choice. Don't waste your time on skinny water sections, pick the pockets that have some depth or unique structure to them, and look for dark water against the faces of large boulders - Prime habitat.
My trips are rugged and remote. An angler that fishes with me needs to be in good shape and can navigate rocky/steep terrain. wading staffs are a must no matter your age. It's not easy, and why I don't see any other anglers or the few authorized Plumas USFS permitted guides out there. My best advice is to book now for the summer of 2020, yeah, my canyon water trips are THAT sought after. Also, get to the gym, or put some time on the bicycle. It makes your creekin experience that more enjoyable.
The time for the Lost Sierra creeks is now until mid fall, even better when the kids are back in school and more campsites are available at places like Plumas Eureka State Park. Stay updated on my upcoming workshops, tours, clinics, and presentations for 2019, and 2020 HERE: http://www.baiocchistroutfitters.com/fly-fishing-news/
See you out there in the Northern Sierra...
Mimulus cardinalis ~ Scarlet Monkey Flower
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