The McCloud River continues to give up some great fishing. The river is in fantastic shape with showery weather mixing in with sunny days.
The wild Azaleas are in full bloom and their fragrance makes you wonder if you are in a perfume shop. Bring your raincoat for those unexpected thunderstorms and bring your game face, the McCloud River has been giving up some...
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I’ve only been able to spend a couple days on the Mac so far and this river has haunted me lately like no other. I cannot wait to get back ASAP. I shouldn’t have to say anything. For those who know it, you don’t need any convincing right now. And, that’s all I’m going to say about that!
Bring all your fly boxes stuffed with everything because there’s a good... Continue reading
John Rickard reports on 5.10.18
Most of our guide days have been on this magical river. It has seen a mix of weather and is in fantastic shape.
The best and most fun fishing has been with the dry fly, however, we have seen success on every technique. Major players are the PMD’s Yellow Sallies and Golden Stones. The fish have been healthy and consistent in the 10-14 inch range. That...
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The McCloud River awaken from her long winters rest Saturday. She presented us with her magnificent beauty, spectacular spring foliage, and perfect water conditions. Ash Camp as always had it’s opening day crowds but no problem, it was like a big group hug rather than a battle for spots. The McCloud does put out that kind of vibe for us as she should. Reports...
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Kevin DeGulis report 4.26.18
I want to share with you guys a story. It was October of 2017 and it was my second week living in the great state of California. George and I made the six-hour trip from San Francisco up to Shasta Lodge meeting a crew of gentleman who planned to fish the upper sac, McCloud, and Klamath River. I had no steelhead punch card or have even heard of such a thing since iv...
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John Rickard reports on 4.19.18
McCloud
She slept well this winter with very few high flows and no devastating flushes. As I walk her banks now I can see spring emerging, the dogwoods are blooming, redbud is popping and the green of fresh growth is hard to ignore.
Opening day is Sat the 26th. Not one of these trout have seen a fly for five months. The McCloud is our specialty and we have guides...
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The McCloud River opens on the 28th of this month and we will be out there. A recent recon shows conditions and flows looking with very reasonable.
John Rickard at Wild Waters Reports on 11.9.2017
This is the last week of fishing on our beloved McCloud River and my last report till she reopens next spring. The recent storms and rain are putting a tad bit of color in her as well as rising flows and a lot of leaves. This week I chose flies that would stand out in these conditions and found more success on those big bows and browns that have been...
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