Upper “Sac”
The Upper Sacramento River originates at Box Canyon Dam below Siskiyou Lake in Mount Shasta and flows south about 35 miles before it feeds into Shasta Lake. This famed freestone stream is located just thirty miles north of Redding and is known for it’s breathtaking scenery and acrobatic, wild rainbow trout. The “Upper Sac” is open year ‘round to catch and release fishing. This is an incredibly healthy river with strong hatches during the spring and summer months.
The river is made up of riffles, runs, pocket water, small holes, huge pools and undercuts, all of which provide anglers with opportunities to fish dry flies, a variety of nymphing techniques, or even streamers, all in a day’s fishing. Rainbow trout are the predominate fish in these waters, and most are healthy, wild, and native to the river system. The Upper Sac is Birthplace to High Stick (short-line) Nymphing.
Included
- Instruction and Guidance
- Rods, reels, lines and all terminal tackle, this includes flies, leaders, tippet, split shot, indicators and any other expendable amenities need for the day.
- Lunch for 2 anglers, water / gatorade, snacks
Not Included
- Not included in your guided fishing package: fishing license (regular license and steelhead report card), waders, boots, and items of a personal nature (rain gear, sunscreen, gloves etc.).
- Shuttle: typically anglers provide a shuttle to the take-out in the morning of the trip. If a shuttle service is desired it can be arranged in advance of the trip for an additional charge.
- Alcoholic Beverages: This includes un-distilled fermented beverages such as beer, wine, and cider.
- Gratuities: if you are inclined to tip your guide 20% is customary.
Payment Policy
You need to pay the full amount when you book your trip. If you cancel 30 days before the trip, you get a full refund. If you cancel within 30 days and can’t reschedule within the year, you get a 50% refund.
Weather and River Conditions
We do our best to keep customers happy and safe, but some things are beyond our control. Your guide might need to cancel or change a trip if the weather or river conditions are unsafe. We won’t cancel fishing trips just because it’s cold, rainy, or snowy. If the river is okay for fishing, your guided fly fishing trip should happen as planned.
