This was highly recommended on Yelp and another site…read more However I went on two trips and both disappointed. I spent approximately 1600$+ on both trips for my family not including tips. I did the cast and catch for 5 people. I found it overpriced. The guide left for 30 minutes and just let us practice on the golf course without any instruction. The golf course was in play as well which was a little odd. The pond was full of weeds and while we did have the experience, I was not worth 200$ plus per person. I asked for a discount because I was a large group. They did not agree. The second trip was far worse, we went to a location that was nice. I went with my two kids aged 12 and 13. I found the guide to be aggressive and somewhat unpleasant. It was uncomfortable to me and something I'm not used to. But I wanted my kids to have a good time as it was their first time. The payment arrangement was not clear as well. I didn't want to make a big deal out of it, I also tipped the guide just out of habit. I gave more than 15%. But in the end I was left with a sour taste in my mouth and regretted using this outfitter. I contacted Matt and let him know. No action was taken, Disappointed and I will not use this guide service next time I'm back in Tahoe.

What a great outfit. We had very little fly fishing experience but Matt was terrific with the…read morelessons..lots of patience, easy instructions and just overall a great experience. Highly recommend.

Jim has over 25 years of fly fishing the Truckee River under his belt. He spends every day on the…read moreTruckee River and enjoys sharing his vast knowledge with clients. He's fun, entertaining and a skillful teacher and mentor.

Awesome time on the water. Jim spent hours with me and my son detailing all aspects of fly fishing,…read morefrom the habits of birds and bugs, to proper casting techniques. If you're looking for a complete fly fishing lesson, look no further. Jim has been on the Truckee for 30 years and has a 10 detailed Blog for every month. Wealth of information, thanks for sharing!

Amazing day out on the lake with Danny, couldn't have asked for a better experience. Everything…read morefrom communication leading up to our trip, knowledge of the lake, spotless boat, setup of the gear, cleaning of the fish was all high level customer service and professionalism........he even Airdropped all the photos of our catch. If contemplating a trip out on Lake Tahoe don't hesitate, book Danny!

Went out on our third trip with Captain Danny this weekend. He's a true professional and an…read moreabsolute pleasure to fish with. This time we brought all the kids and a minute after wetting a line we were into fish once again. Can't say enough about Captain Danny and his charter service. I would highly recommend it to any group from a family outing to the most experienced fishermen looking to explore the Lake Tahoe fishery. Thank you so much, Danny. Can't wait until our next visit!!

Our group made arrangements with the USDA for winter camping. Forest Service reps were extremely…read morehelpful. Being Prepared is most important in the success of the event. Great in spring, summer and fall. Has restroom facilities, walking trails, parking areas, picnic tables, established fire pits.

Just an update from my first review 10 years ago…read more The walking path between the east end of Riverside Drive and the Booth Street bridge is now open!!!! The pathway is now double the width and does some gentle meandering around the trees. It will be a lot more accessible for people with mobility issues. The new landscaping is beautiful. The banks of the river have been raised and reinforced to decrease flooding damage. And just a reminder- dogs and other pets are still welcome and must be leashed or otherwise contained. Bicycles, scooters, and skateboards are not allowed. This is one of the top places to visit in downtown.

What a wonderful experience. A little sliver of hiking, fishing and enjoying wildlife...here in…read moretown! Crazy that we never knew about this; thankful we discovered it when we did. This beautiful area along the Truckee River only spans a few blocks but the path is a lovely 3.5 mile hike. There's plenty to do. From hiking/walking and biking to arts and entertainment such as music festivals, museums and art galleries. You'll even discover cafes, bistros and shopping along the way. Did I mention Wine walks? Got your attention now!

We hiked the Marlette Lake Trail from Spooner Lake to Marlette Lake as a backpacking trip for my…read morefriend's bachelorette party! We added some extra distance at the end by hiking to the Marlette Peak Campground to stay for the night. From the parking lot to the campground was about 7 miles each way. The trail itself was well-maintained, moderate difficulty, and had everything you'd want in a good hike! Solid trail conditions. Beautiful mountain and lake views. Some sections of wildflowers. A good amount of sun but also some shaded parts. Gradual incline that never felt super steep, so the elevation gain felt manageable. We saw people hiking as well as mountain biking on this trail. There are several sections of aspen trees along this hike, so it's a great one to come back and do in the fall once the leaves turn yellow. The trailhead area has great facilities, the bathrooms were clean and there is ample parking. The park rangers I spoke to were friendly and helpful. There is a $10/car entry into this area but it's totally worth it, especially when you see how well they take care of it. I loved this hike and will continue to come back to Spooner for hikes in the future!

There are a few ways to reach Marlette Lake, all of them totally worth it, especially this time of…read moreyear. This trail takes you around Spooner Lake and up to Marlette. It's a 9 mile out and back with fairly gradual elevation gain, up through the trees, until you reach the lake. A great little workout. Marlette sits along the Flume Trail, so you're likely to see a lot of mountain bikers. Fun fact: The Flume Trail got its name because Marlette and the tributaries that feed it were part of a log flume system to carry logs used to build our region all the way down from as far as Virginia City! Marlette has a short fishing season, but people say it's grand if you make the trip. Of course you need to hike in to have that experience. This is definitely a trail worth checking out in our area!