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GUIDED TRIPS

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FULL DAY TRIP

Southern California Fly Fishing Guides

Kern River Fly Shop offers guided fly fishing trips on some of the most scenic and productive waters in California. Based in Kernville, we are located in the heart of the Kern River Valley, making us a convenient destination for anglers looking for Kern River fly fishing guides, California fly fishing trips, and memorable fly fishing trips near Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Bakersfield, and the greater Southern California area.

Let one of our experienced fly fishing guides help you learn the water, improve your skills, and find fish on your next Kern River adventure. From the Upper Kern and Lower Kern to Lake Isabella, Sequoia National Forest creeks, Golden Trout waters, Crowley Lake, the Owens River, and the California surf, we offer guided trips for beginners, seasoned anglers, and everyone in between.

Looking for one of the best fly fishing trips in California? Whether you are visiting Kernville for a weekend, planning a fly fishing trip from Los Angeles or Santa Barbara, or coming to the Southern Sierra specifically to fish, Kern River Fly Shop can help make it happen. From first-time anglers who have never picked up a fly rod to seasoned fly fishers looking for new water, our guides are ready to show you a great day on the water.

Guided Fly Fishing Trips Small Creek California Kern River Fly Shop

SMALL CREEKS OF SEQUOIA NATIONAL FOREST

FULL DAY INCLUDES LUNCH

GEAR IS INCLUDED IF NEEDED

 

Escape to the breathtaking small creeks of the Sequoia National Forest and embark on an unforgettable guided fly fishing trip. An expert guide will lead you to the best fishing spots where you can catch a variety of fish including Golden Trout, Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout.

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* If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

Guided Fly Fishing Trips Small Creek California Kern River Fly Shop

PRIVATE LAKE

FULL DAY INCLUDES LUNCH

GEAR PROVIDED IF NEEDED

​Escape to the serene beauty of our private lake and indulge in the ultimate fly fishing experience. Join us on a guided fly fishing trip that will transport you to a world of tranquility and adventure!

 

* If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

Guy Jeans fly fishing guide service in the Kern River, California

FULL DAY GUIDE TRIP

THIS TRIP INCLUDES LUNCH AND ALL GEAR IF NEEDED.

Let one of our experienced fly fishing guides help you learn the water, improve your skills, and find fish on your next fly fishing trip.

 

* If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

A happy girl and her fly fishing instructor during guided fly fishing trip on the Kern River

BEGINNER GUIDED TRIP

The class includes basic entomology, casting, knots and fly fishing techniques and strategies used on the Kern River and most western freestone streams. Most of the class takes place on the water.

 

APPROXIMATELY FOUR HOURS WITH YOUR GUIDE. THIS TRIP INCLUDES ALL GEAR IF NEEDED. 

 

*If your guide/instructor worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

 

A group floating down the Kern River during a Guided Fly Fishing Trip in California

FULL DAY FLOAT TRIP

APPROX. 8 HRS.

THIS TRIP INCLUDES LUNCH AND ALL GEAR IF NEEDED.

Our float trips are designed for 1 angler as we only use a 2 person pontoon to get you down the river. The float trip is a great way to get into areas that not a lot of people can fish.

* If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

 

Man fly fishing the beautiful Kern River in California during a guided fly fishing trip

​​​​​​​​HALF DAY FLOAT TRIP

APPROX. 4 HOURS

THIS TRIP INCLUDES ALL GEAR IF NEEDED.

 

Fly fishing from one of our boats is a fun and exciting way to experience the upper Kern River. Flows are perfect this time of year and the fishing fantastic.

* If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

Happy couple holding a trout during a guided fly fishing trip on the Kern River in California

HALF DAY GUIDE TRIP

THIS TRIP INCLUDES GEAR IF NEEDED.

 

Let one of our experienced fly fishing guides help you learn the water, improve your skills, and find fish on your next

* If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

Man holding a trout after catching it fly fishing the Kern River during a guided fly fishing trip

3 DAY HERITAGE TROUT CHALLENGE

APPROXIMATELY EIGHT HOURS  EACH DAY WITH YOUR GUIDE.THIS TRIP INCLUDES LUNCH AND ALL GEAR IF NEEDED.

 

Let us guide you through the Kern River Watershed where you can find the Golden Trout, Little Kern Golden and the Kern River Rainbow in their native drainage. ​

 

​*If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

Guided fly fishing trip in the Upper Kern where many people have not fished before

2 Day Overnight Fly Fishing Adventure

Approximately 8 Hours of fly fishing each day (includes all flies and terminal tackle). This trip does not include food:

 

This trip is for the fly angler that has an adventure spirit and wants to get in some areas of the upper Kern not fished by many people. Some of these trips are easy and some are strenuous. Let us tailor a trip for your hiking ability. 

The coveted Golden Trout, caught during a guided fly fishing trip on Kern River, California

GOLDEN TROUT TRIPS

Catch the most beautiful trout in the world " California's State Freshwater Fish" the Golden trout, in meandering streams flowing through meadows surrounded by beautiful pine tree forests. This is where Golden trout live and Kern River Fly Fishing Guide Service can take you there. It doesn't matter if you are brand new to fly fishing or a seasoned angler, these fish are plentiful and you will have a great time trying to catch them.   

Happy woman holidng a large bass during a guided fly fishing trip on the Lower Kern River in California

Bass Fly Fishing Float Trips

FULL DAY INCLUDES LUNCH

GEAR IS INCLUDED IF NEEDED

Bass fly fishing on the Lower Kern river for Largemouth and Smallmouth bass is something every fly angler should enjoy

Largemouth bass have entered the lower river via "the flume" and below Lake Isabella dam. Both fish species are prevalent throughout the entire Lower Kern river.

Man holding large carp while on a guided fly fishing trip on Lake Isabella, California

Carp Fly Fishing Trips

FULL DAY INCLUDES LUNCH

GEAR IS INCLUDED IF NEEDED

Want a challenge? Want to catch big fish on a fly rod?  We've all caught Carp with conventional tackle and bait, but have you ever caught a carp on a fly? Join the new wave of fly anglers catching Carp on a fly. 

 

 Book a trip with us to target one of the most enjoyable, hard fighting and explosive fish to catch on a fly.

Guy Jeans holding a fish caught while fly fishing the surf of California

Fly Fish the Surf

We offer fly fishing in the surf guided trips along the coast of California, from Cambria down to San Diego. We target surf species such as Corbina, Halibut, Leopard Sharks, Surf Perch, Yellow Finn Croaker and Stripped Bass.  We often catch other species as well. All gear is provided.

* If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

Man holding big trout on Crowley Lake, California during a guided fly fishing trip

Crowley Lake Fly Fishing

FULL DAY INCLUDES LUNCH

GEAR PROVIDED IF NEEDED

Our guides are experts on Crowley Lake. Catch big trout on a relaxing boat with one of these  experts. These trips are based out of the Eastern Sierra near Lake Crowley.

* If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

Happy man holding trout on the Owens River, California during a guided fly fishing trip

Owens River

FULL DAY INCLUDES LUNCH

GEAR PROVIDED IF NEEDED

 

Our guides are experts on the Owens River. Learn some great techniques that catch fish on the Owens River.  These trips are based out of the Eastern Sierra but are booked through Kern River Fly shop.

* If your guide worked hard for you and you learned a lot, a 20% gratuity is customary.

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11301 Kernville Rd.

Kernville, CA 93238

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Kern River Fly Fishing Inc, is a permitted catch and release fly fishing outfitter with the Sequoia and Inyo National Forest and operates on a non discriminatory basis. We offer special service for disabled/handicapped clients and wounded veterans.  California Fish and Wildlife - Licensed, Bonded and Insured. Kern River Fly Fishing, Inc. 11301 Kernville Road, Kernville, CA. 93238 ©  All rights reserved. | 2001-2023

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