The Trinity River

The local flyshops not only have great gear and are loaded with the fly patterns you’ll need to be successful on the Trinity River, but they are always there to help give you insight into local hot spots and connect you with guides. We recommend these two shops to get the most up to date information on current fishing reports & conditions.
The Fly Shop: 1-800-669-3474, 4140 Churn Creek Road, Redding, CA 96002

Trinity Fly Shop: 1-530-623-6757, 4440 Lewiston Road, Lewiston, CA 96052

Shuttles: Bill & Caryl Dickens (Gold Coast Shuttle) at 530-623-1905

The Local Experts

Current Fishing Reports

Here’s a list of resources we check in daily about current fishing reports and information:

Trinity River Fishing Report

My Outdoor Buddy.com Fishing Report

Western Outdoor News: North Freshwater Fishing Report

Counts from the weirs will be updated soon for the 2023-24 season.

Junction City Weir summary: Julian Week 28 ending July 15, 2023; Spring Chinook, 31 jacks, seasonal total of 41, 170 adults, total of 653, seasonal total 1024; Coho Salmon 0, summer steelhead; 0- ½-pounders, 30- adults, total 30, seasonal total 79; 1-Brown Trout, seasonal total 13.

Counts

Guides & Outfitters

If you’re looking for a guided trip on the Trinity River, having the right guide makes the trip. They work continuously with Indian Creek Lodge and also have proven the skills, professionalism, and know where the fish are. Ultimately, you’re casting the rod, and catching the fish is up to you. But the right guide can walk you through the ultimate Trinity River experience. The guides are not listed in any order. This list can help you make contact. If we can help, contact the lodge.

Bruce McGregor is a no nonsense guide and has decades of experience in steelhead, salmon, and trout. He holds six river permits, Including the Trinity River, and is U.S. Coast Guard Licensed. Greg has guided countless trips out of Indian Creek Lodge and each client has been very happy. Fishing conditions can be difficult but Bruce has always proven to have happy clients. (415) 596-3488
We are a team of friendly and knowledgeable fly fishing guides, that are dedicated to making your adventure on the water with us as enjoyable and informative as possible. We want you to succeed in all of your fishy endeavors, and we will take the time with you to make sure that you have all the techniques and skills necessary to catch fish wherever you go. NorCalFlyGuides.com
(530) 629-3554
The guide team at Confluence Outfitters has the expertise, local knowledge and versatility to make your next fly fishing trip in northern California or southern Oregon a trip to remember! Their diverse guide staff can deliver a trip tailored to your interests on one or more of the local fisheries at any time of year. Check out their online reviews and river reports for more information! (888) 481-1650
His passions are people and teaching fly fishing. Jack has fly fished all over the world in 30 countries. Jack is always enthusiastic with his clients and is very good at listening to and answering questions. He willingly shares his knowledge and is always empathetic to individual needs. For the novice, veteran, or something in between, Jack's keen sense and intuitive nature provide a customized experience. Jack knows the holes that hold the quality wild trout our local waters are so famous for as well as in other countries. Jack is famous for always finding the best possible guides in the industry to work with. (530) 926-4540. www.jacktrout.com
(530) 338-5734 www.thetrinityguide.com
(916) 806-3119
www.fiveriversguideservice.com
(530) 778-0509
www.oldbridgerafting.net
(530) 623-4695
www.sweet-trinity.com
(530) 623-4179
www.trinityriveradventures.com
(530) 510-2925
www.jeffgoodwinfishing.com
Professional sport fishing guide in the Northern California area on the Sacramento, Trinity, and Smith. Justin knows the river extremely well and his clients have great days on the river.
JustinThompsonFishing.com
The Bend Company Fly Fishing
No explanation needed here. The Fly Shop has been a leader in fly fishing since almost the beginning of time. Their guides are rock solid and you won’t go wrong, if you can find availability. (530) 222-3555