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Spend a day fishing for Spotted, Smallmouth, and Largemouth bass on Shasta Lake with expert guides. Perfect your Float & Fly skills while enjoying the beautiful scenery and delicious meals on this private trip.
Spend a day fishing for Spotted, Smallmouth, and Largemouth bass on Shasta Lake with expert guides. Perfect your Float & Fly skills while enjoying the beautiful scenery and delicious meals on this private trip.
Book with AC Fly Fishing
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Operated by AC Fly Fishing · Redding, California
Embark on an exciting full-day bass fishing trip at Shasta Lake, located in Redding, California, with AC Fly Fishing. Known for its crystal-clear waters and scenic backdrop of Mt. Shasta, this lake offers an abundant population of Spotted, Smallmouth, and Largemouth bass. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or trying float fishing for the first time, expert guides are on hand to teach the highly popular Float & Fly technique, ensuring you improve your skills and increase your catch. The experience goes beyond fishing with included delicious meals designed to fuel your adventure and comfortable float tube or boat setups tailored for all skill levels. This private trip guarantees personalized attention and a chance to enjoy peaceful moments surrounded by nature. Ideal for anglers looking for a rewarding, educational, and relaxed fishing day in one of California’s best freshwater lakes.
moderate.
6–8 hours.
Moderate fitness is recommended as the trip involves some standing, casting, and maneuvering float tubes or small boats.
No prior experience is needed. Guides will provide instruction on techniques like Float & Fly to help all skill levels.
The trip includes expert guiding, equipment setup, meals, and transportation on the water with float tubes or boats.
Yes, anglers aged 16 and older must have a valid California fishing license. If you don’t have one, the company can advise where to purchase.
Yes, children accompanied by adults can join, though the trip is best suited for anglers aged 10 and above due to the physical demands.
Early morning and late afternoon provide the best bite times, coinciding with cooler temperatures and fish activity.
Weather can vary by season, so expect mild to warm temperatures in summer and cooler, sometimes rainy conditions in spring and fall.
Shasta Lake was created in the 1940s following the damming of the Sacramento River, transforming the area into a prime reservoir and recreational site.
Local efforts focus on maintaining water quality and protecting native fish habitats, encouraging responsible catch-and-release practices.
AC Fly Fishing is a professional guiding service based near Mount Shasta that specializes in personalized fly-fishing adventures across Northern California’s premier rivers and lakes. The company offers full- and half-day guided trips on Fall River, Hat Creek, the Upper Sacramento, Pit River, Trinity River, McCloud River, and bass trips on Shasta Lake. Guided outings are led by experienced, licensed guides who provide all necessary gear, instruction for all skill levels, and locally informed tactics tailored to seasonal conditions. Trips include technical spring-creek wading on Fall River, nymph and dry-fly instruction on Hat Creek, year-round catch-and-release on the Upper Sacramento with meals provided, rugged wading on Pit River, steelhead-focused excursions on the Trinity, advanced wade-only sessions on McCloud, and Float & Fly bass techniques on Shasta Lake. Small groups and one-on-one lessons prioritize safety, conservation, and a memorable angling experience. AC Fly Fishing emphasizes sustainable practices, native trout stewardship, and adherence to local regulations. Guides assist with proper handling, quick-release methods, and catch documentation when requested. Custom itineraries accommodate beginners, families, and expert anglers seeking technical water. Booking information, trip options, seasonal availability, gear lists, and permit requirements are provided at reservation. With established local expertise, transparent policies, and a focus on quality instruction, AC Fly Fishing delivers dependable, high-value angling experiences in some of California’s most iconic waters. The guides maintain industry-standard safety protocols, provide high-quality rods and flies, offer photo documentation of notable catches, and recommend nearby lodging and travel logistics to make planning effortless for visiting anglers.
Book with AC Fly Fishing