Northern California Fly Fishing
Guided Backcountry Fishing and Rafting Trips In the Lost Sierra
Check out our Google Reviews Online - Link to Google Bussines Profile
“Clearly Matt knows the rivers he fishes and loves sharing those amazing spots most people would never find on their own.”— Ryan Gibson
“Matt put me on the fish, I learned so much and we had a blast.”
— Owen Gibson
“We fished for 3 days…. Euro nymph, indicator and dry fly, nailed them all”
— Johnny Glazebrook
The Lost Sierra Fly Guide…. Guided Fly Fishing Trips on the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork Feather River and North Yuba River in the Lost Sierra.
Backcountry Fly Fishing Trips
Fly Fishing Float Trips
Packrafting Fly Fishing Trips
Wading Trips
Backcountry Fly Fishing Trips - Matt specializes in Backcountry fly fishing trips in the Lost Sierra. Being one of six, permitted guides, on the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork Feather River he is the only guide that offers packrafting trips and true backcountry hike-in and overnight experiences. Matt is a Nols certified Wilderness First Responder and an avid backcountry adventurer!
Fly Fishing Float Trips - Matt floats all of the Middle Fork Feather River from Clio to Nelson Point, using a traditional oar raft on the upper part of the river and smaller personal packrafts to navigate the middle and lower more remote sections.
Packrafting Fly Fishing Trips - Packrafts are the ultimate backcountry and remote water fishing tool. Click here to explore more!
Wading Trips - Traditional wading trips are also very popular and productive for catching wild native fish on the Middle Fork of the Feather and the North Yuba River. Matt spends about 80-100 days a year on the river and knows all the best spots and where the fish are in each specific season.
It it more than just a fishing trip.
It’s an adventure!
Come explore The Lost Sierra, approximately 45 miles north of Truckee CA with easy driving access on State Highway 89 North of Lake Tahoe. The region is just far enough away to be “Off The Beaten Track” and well worth the added effort. The area is a true recreational dreamland featuring the world-class wild and Scenic Middle Fork of the Feather River and the Wild Trout Section of The North Fork of the Yuba River. Both rivers feature outstanding fishing and a relaxing remote experience…. well worth the effort.
In addition to world-class Northern California Fly Fishing, The Lost Sierra features endless recreational opportunities for all featuring Mountain Biking, e-biking | Moto OHV riding, 4x4 trails, horseback riding, Golfing, and more. When it is time to relax and unwind, you can enjoy the local Craft Breweries, restaurants, charming shops, and lodging the area has to offer.
US Forest Service Permitted, Lost Sierra Fly Guide, Matt McCourtney can make your trip a memorable adventure! From novice to advanced fly fishing, Matt can guide you on easy local waters or take you deep into remote areas, offering a true backcountry fly fishing experience. Let's catch some native trout in a truly Wild and Scenic Place!
Book a Fly Fishing Trip in the Lost Sierra!
It will turn into an adventure!