From the beginner to the most accomplished fly fisherman, fishing for Yellowstone's native trout can be a thrill for all. Our trips take you into some of the most remote backcountry you will find. Your professional fishing guide will assist you with any needs you may have. Along with the scenic beauty of just getting there you will fish the blue ribbon streams that make Yellowstone Park a fly fishing destination. We can provide equipment or you can bring your own. Our horses and mules will get you and your gear there and back safe and sound. Here are some descriptions of both our fly-fishing pack trips and fly-fishing day rides.
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PackTrips
THREE-DAY TRIPS:
These trips begin and end at the same trailhead
1. Sportsman Lake
24-mile loop Fishing trip
Sportsman Lake camp is for people who seek a fly-fishing experience in a high-country lake setting. A wonderful 12-mile ride takes you to the northwest side of 11,000 ft. Electric Peak. Camp is set near the banks of this beautiful 7,000 ft. lake from which you may fish, hike, horseback ride or even swim. Wildlife is abundant around this camp including moose, wolves, and grizzly bears. This camp is very scenic, striking views can be seen in all directions, especially up.
2. Lamar River
24-30 miles Fishing trip
The Lamar River trip is for the serious fisherman. The beginning of your ride into camp brings you through an open area with a very high concentration of bison. This 12-15 mile ride meanders along the northern side of this canyon. As you get farther and farther up the trail you will see evidence of many more forms of wildlife such as elk, wolves, eagles, and bears. But lets keep focused, the fishing! You will now be in some of the best fishing in the park. Camp is set near the banks of the Lamar River from here you can fish right in camp or explore up river looking for new holes.
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FOUR-DAY TRIPS:
1. Lamar River
24-30 miles Fishing / Riding trip
The Lamar River is a very healthy fishery located in the northeast corner of Yellowstone National Park. Average size fish range from 12-16 inches, along with that 18-20 inch fish lurking in the shadows. There are several different camps from which to choose. Fish a very short walk from camp or if you would like to explore the upper stretches of the Lamar we can always saddle up and head out for the day. Along with the atmosphere of a secluded camp, many different species of wildlife roam these canyon walls and small meadows. Wolves, grizzly bears, and the Rocky Mountain Elk are the most prevalent. Very few people ever reach the upper portions of the Lamar River. This creates a great environment for fishing as you literally have the river all to yourself. It is a wonderful opportunity to fish with your buddies or bring your children out for they're first fishing experience in the west. Either way the memories of this trip will last you forever.
2. Slough Creek
18-miles Fishing Trip
Some people wait a lifetime for the opportunity to fish Slough Creek. We are proud to be able to offer this trip for the fly fishing enthusiast. Slough Creek, located in the northeast corner of Yellowstone National Park is one of the most productive fisheries in the lower 48 states. Here the native Cutthroat Trout average about 16-18 inches in length, with a very good chance of landing that 20-inch fish. A short eight-mile ride in allows you more opportunity to fish on the first and last day of your trip. Spectacular scenery surrounds you as you test your skills against the big fish of Slough Creek. Your very comfortable base camp is set up in the upper portions of Slough Creek, which allows you to fish a seven-mile stretch of the famed waters. All fishing is within walking distance of your camp and gourmet meals await your return from a full day of fishing. This is an unforgettable chance to fish one of the most sought after areas in the United States.
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FIVE-DAY TRIPS:
1. Snake River / Basin Creek
36-mile loop Fishing Trip
Both of these camps offer excellent fishing opportunities for native cutthroats. Our first camp on the banks of the Snake River provides a ten-mile stretch of water reached by either walking or riding. The second camp at Basin Creek, along with being one of the most scenic camps in the park, offers two or three different options for great fishing. There are also many geothermal features to explore along the way. Elk, bears, and eagles are the most frequently seen wildlife in this area.
2. Upper Lamar/Mist Creek
40-mile loop Fishing Trip
This trip is for the serious fisherman. 3 full days are spent on the Lamar River fishing. You can fish right from camp or saddle up and head up river for the day. Our last night is spent in a high country camp near Mist Creek pass. A spectacular 15-mile ride through Pelican Valley concludes this trip. Buffalo, wolves, bears, and elk are some of the animals you may see in this area.
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3. Pebble Creek/Slough Creek
30-mile loop Fishing/Riding Trip
These camps are the most sought after camps in the park. This trip starts at the Pebble Creek camp near the headwaters of Pebble Creek. Fishing and wildlife viewing are just some of the activities that can be enjoyed from this camp. A spectacular ride over 8,860-foot Bliss Pass will provide memories for a lifetime. From here you will experience the legendary waters of Slough Creek, some of the best fly-fishing in the world. Elk, bears, and eagles dominate the landscape along Slough Creek.
4. Sportsman Lake/Gardners Hole
33 Mile loop Fishing/Riding Trip
This trip combines excellent wildlife viewing and high country lake fishing. Sportsman Lake is a high-country camp at the base of Electric Peak, which has great fishing for everybody from the beginner to the accomplished fisherman. From there you will ride over 9,000-foot Electric Pass into Gardners Hole, a wildlife sanctuary. A wide variety of wildlife can be seen right from your camp. There are many horseback-riding possibilities from this camp due to the vastness of the surrounding area. Gardners Hole also has a very rich history in regards to the beginning stages of the park.
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SIX-DAY to 10 DAY TRIPS: Our Featured Trips
1. Lamar River
40-mile loop Fishing / Riding / wildlife
This is a great opportunity to fish one of the most hailed fisheries in the lower 48. The Lamar River located in the northeast section of the park offers unlimited possibilities for great native Cutthroat Trout fly-fishing. You get to enjoy two different camps and four full days of fishing on the Lamar River. A 15-mile stretch of river awaits you in a secluded and peaceful setting, 12 of these miles see very little pressure from the general public. The last night of this trip is spent at a camp near Mist Creek Pass. This high-country camp offers spectacular scenery and wildlife viewing. Elk and wolves along with other species of wildlife inhabit this pass area. A breathtaking 15-mile ride through Pelican Valley concludes this adventure on the last day. This is a trip that will provide you a lifetime of memories and unmatched fishing.
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2. Snake River
46-miles Fishing Trip
Here we concentrate on fly-fishing for Native Cutthroat Trout. The Snake River trip offers two wonderful camps along its banks, with a third camp on Basin Creek, allowing you the opportunity to fish another excellent stretch of water. You start your trip at the south entrance of Yellowstone Park and travel along the south boarder between Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Stunning scenery will delight you as you slowly make your way through this 46-mile, 7-day "ride". Our horses and mules will carry everything you need to afford you with all the comforts of this customized trip through the wilds of Yellowstone. There is a variety of wildlife that makes their home in this area. The controversial wolves have been the most prominent species in the past few years. However, elk, grizzle bears, and eagles have also been encountered on this trip. This is a hard trip to beat for the fly-fishing enthusiast.
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3. The Thorofare
70-90 miles Fishing / Riding / Photography
This trip is the crown jewel of all Yellowstone Park pack trips. It takes you into the most remote area in all of the lower 48 states. This trip travels through the southeast corner of the Park. Excellent fishing opportunities are found in the famed Yellowstone and Snake rivers along with Thorofare creek and Yellowstone lake. Accompanying the great fishing is the spectacular scenery and secluded atmosphere. The Trident is the highlight of the 70-90 mile trip, with its 10,000-foot Granite Peaks surrounding your camp as you sit down to a gourmet meal. Unmatched photographic possibilities exist with the beautiful landscapes and high mountain scenery. The chance of photographing the wide variety of wildlife that inhabits this area is great, especially the grizzly bear. Elk, mountain goats, Big Horn Sheep, moose, and many different birds of prey are among the other creatures that crave this seclusion as well. This trip can be done through a variety of different trails and camps; depending on which activities you would like to focus on. Either way this is an adventure your friends and family will not be able to stop talking about!
We certainly hope you will allow us to show you Yellowstone in what we feel to be the way mother nature intended!!
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Fishing Day Rides
Gardner's Hole- Glen Creek trailhead, 10 miles outside of Mammoth. Fishing for small brook trout, great for more inexperienced fisherman. Ride can be anywhere from 1-5 hours depending on how much you want to fish if at all. Highlights; Electric Peak, Elk in September, great photographing anytime.
Black Canyon-Blacktail trailhead, 20 miles outside of Mammoth. Good fishing. 1-5 hour ride, depending on your fishing wants. Highlights; very scenic narrow canyon, suspension bridge, many elk in September.
Hellroaring Creek- Hellroaring trailhead, 30 miles from Mammoth. Good fishing on Yellowstone River. 3-5 hour ride, 1.5 hours to get to Yellowstone River. Highlights; suspension bridge, fishing the Yellowstone, lots of animals in September.
Slough Creek- Slough Creek trailhead, 60 miles from Mammoth. 4 hour ride, two hours to get to 3rd meadow, which is the best fishing. Highlights; best fishing of all our day rides.
Lamar River- Lamar River trailhead, 80 miles from Mammoth. 2.5-hour transport from Chico. Fishing or riding trip. 2-? hours riding. Highlights; fishing for all levels, usually lots of bison and wolf activity.
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