Cancel

Open app

Search

Echo Adventure Cooperative

4.7 (56 reviews)
Open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

Echo Adventure Cooperative Fishing Photos

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Echo Adventure Cooperative

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
Yelp app icon
Browse more easily on the app
Review Feed Illustration

Reviews With Photos

El Capitan
Karen M.

Perfectly wonderful day in Yosemite with Nate as our guide! No worrying about where to go, drive and park all the time. Nate was fun, relaxed, knowledgeable and had the best day planned for us. He knows the trails that are off the beaten path and away from the crowds. Couldn't have chosen a better company or a better tour with Echo Adventure. Take the 'Discovery Walk' in the Yosemite Valley!!

Alex S.

Let me take you on a journey of complete unprofessionalism that ruined the start of my long-planned vacation. I left New York at 3:00 AM to catch a 6:50 AM flight to Fresno. I had booked two rooms back on July 4th through Agoda, planning this trip for over four months. This property is misleadingly advertised as having multiple rooms, but in reality it only has one studio with its own private entrance on the top floor and a small bunk bed room underneath it, nothing more. I made two reservations, one was canceled and the reservation for the studio was still active, so I assumed we were fine. We arrived at the property on October 11th at 7:40 PM. It was completely dark, with no sign of staff, no lights, and no instructions despite the listing claiming check-in was available until 10 PM. We tried calling the phone number listed repeatedly for over 30 minutes....no answer, no callback. We waved down a local man walking his dog who knew the people who run this place, and he tried calling the owner for us...still no response. A guest staying on the property also tried helping us reach someone. The couple staying there said they had also struggled the night earlier for over two hours to reach anyone when they checked in. Clearly this is a pattern!!! We called every number we could find, total silence from the person who run this place ECHO adventures, Elisabeth and her husband, Ryan. After two freezing hours outside in 30 degree weather, walking around the pitch black property searching for someone, we heard a phone ringing. The couple staying in the studio, Studio which looked just like the one we had booked, gave us an alternative phone number for the person who runs this place, but even that number went unanswered. We then traced the ringing sound and found an abandoned iPhone left outside on the ground. It turned out to be the alternative phone belonging to Elisabeth. With no help, no access to our room, and no one answering any phone lines, we had to leave and try to find a place to sleep. Every local hotel was sold out. The only reason we finally reached someone was thanks to a kind stranger at a local bar who happened to know Ryan, the husband. After three long hours of trying to reach anyone, we finally got ahold of Ryan but his wife, Elisabeth, quickly took over the call and was dismissive and unapologetic from the start, speaking with a tone of arrogance. First, she told me that she hadn't checked Agoda lately, then claimed my reservation didn't exist. Then she changed her story and said Agoda never sent it to her, but regardless I had a reservation cancelled like shifting the blame to me. Then she admitted she had seen the messages and calls but chose not to respond because she was "confused" about why someone was trying to check in, since she believed she was already full and all expected guests had arrived. Despite knowing someone was trying to reach her about a reservation, she still ignored every message and even admitted she saw the Agoda chat and chose not to answer there either, adding that she ignore the call coming from her guests and the person who knew her during the spam of 3 hours. Not once did she apologize during any of this. Her "solution" after leaving us stranded in the cold for hours? "Try booking.com or Airbnb." She said that to me at 11:30 PM see pictures and video. No offer to help. No responsibility. No basic decency. Thankfully, a nearby hotel took pity on us and made up a room at the last minute, even though the heat didn't work and priced quite high. We finally got inside a room at 1:30 AM exhausted, stressed, and furious. The same morning at 8:30 AM, Elisabeth showed up at our door, not to apologize, but to retrieve her lost phone. When I reminded her about the situation, she had the nerve to say: "You turned out to be my hero, even though I couldn't help you yesterday." No apology. No accountability. No shame. instead she asked me how much I was paying for the room and to "enjoy my stay" I told her it was temporary since there was not heat and then she remarked "so pricey and not heat " This is not how a business should operate especially in a small town where reputation matters. The complete lack of communication, the arrogance, the refusal to take responsibility, and leaving guests stranded without help is absolutely unacceptable. Save yourself stress and misery. There are many wonderful, honest hosts in the Yosemite area, Elisabeth and Ryan are not among them. ALL GUESTS knew they were being FILMED mostly because of the found phone, even one of the guest in the video suggested me to take the FOUND phone and BRING IT in the morning the following day to speak to Elisabeth about this, this is also filmed in case you have a doubt! yet not faces are shown on any of these pictures cause it's the decent thing to do, they also gave me their personal number in case I needed help, everyone tried to help but you!

Michael S.

This 5 stars is and applies only to Nate the tour guide gentleman. Most professional , knowledgeable and pleasant to talk to . He knows the area , he knows what he's doing , drives safely , takes his time to explain things a little things even on the hike he will sit and explain it where it's coming from what kind of tree is that so in general we had a wonderful day with Nate help . But The biggest and most unpleasant experience , was when we met Mr. Bob at the shop where we started our day from. Just a big advice for the owner of the business , to show Mr. Bob how to talk to customers that pay his salary. Nasty, unprofessional, and most of all Mr. Bob you should not work and customer service. Again, thank you for your time and most of all for your best customer service and this five stars goes to you and only to you.

Caitlyn C.

We had the absolute best day of our entire trip, fly fishing with Kevin in Yosemite. It really set a high bar at the beginning of our trip. Kevin is patient, helpful, and super smart about all things outdoors. My husband and I caught 25 fish!!! It was wild! We also saw a bear TWICE (same tagged bear). Kevin was calm and collected both times (the bear got pretty close!) and knew exactly what to do to make us feel safe so we could appreciate the exciting experience. I highly recommend booking with Echo Adventures! We can't wait to go back!

Lunch at the common area at the base of the waterfall.

If I could give 10 stars, I would. From The booking process with Elizabeth to the actual day, everything was absolutely exceptional. Echo had thought of everything, and they truly put the customer first. Excellence is their goal, not just churn and burn, and we felt the difference. We hired Bryant to take us on a private custom tour just after New Years 2025. He greeted us at Firefall Ranch with a great large vehicle that was comfortable and easy to get in and out of. We ordered lunches in advance, and then left the entire thing to him. He brought us to Hetch Hetchy, to the main floor at Yosemite, to the base of the incredible waterfall, and he showed us all the sites possible in our short trip together. He gave us great info along the way, he was EXTREMELY patient with our 4 kiddos, and we truly felt like we had a friend giving us the inside scoop on all things Yosemite, and we're already planning our next visit back in the summer and plan to hire Bryant to take us fly fishing. Bryant is a savant. He knows everything about Yosemite, and has endless amazing stories to share which made the trip just incredible. If you're not sure about booking with them, let this be your sign, and book it. You won't regret it. Thank you Echo Adventure Cooperative!

Sights
Denalyn P.

Our tour guide was amazing! We did the personal tour. My husband, myself, and the tour guide. He knew the area in Yosemite very well. He guided us through areas that weren't too crowded, along with the usual tourist spots. Over all, the most amazing experience of my life.

Photo with our Echo Adventures Guide, Jamie.
Randi P.

Echo Adventures met all of our expectations for exploring Yosemite. We had Jamie as our guide, and he was amazing to get along with and very knowledgeable of the area and Yosemite. He pivoted his plans based on our needs, went above and beyond to understand our family's interests, and tailored our explorations to fit. Jamie was also amazing with our 11-year son and took the extra time to answer his questions, hiked at his (our) pace, and always ensured we took time to stop and take in everything around us. I highly recommend Echo Adventures if you want to capture the true sites of Yosemite without the hassle of trying to self-plan everything.

See all

29 days ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

10 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 months ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 1
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 1

11 months ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of G C.
0
11
4

1 year ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Elisabeth B.

Elisabeth B.

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0
Photo of SN S.
0
80
2

4 years ago

Business owner information

Photo of Elisabeth B.

Elisabeth B.

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

3 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

2 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Marisa P.
63
28
17

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 1
Thanks 0
Love this 1
Oh no 0

5 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Renee P.
1304
14
7

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

4 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Lydia B.
529
36
7

6 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Syd R.
2
25
0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

9 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0
Photo of Dennis B.
45
33
17

8 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

7 years ago

Helpful 0
Thanks 0
Love this 0
Oh no 0

Page 1 of 2

Ask the Community - Echo Adventure Cooperative

Review Highlights - Echo Adventure Cooperative

We had Jamie as our guide, and he was amazing to get along with and very knowledgeable of the area and Yosemite.

Mentioned in 19 reviews

Read more highlights

You might also consider

Verify this business for free

People searched for Fishing 141 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

Verify this business

Sierra Outdoor Outfitter

Sierra Outdoor Outfitter

2.3(6 reviews)
13.0 mi

I purchased a firearm online and accessories and had the company ship to SOO for FLL purposes. When…read moreI went in to sign paperwork and claim the accessories, he refused to hand over the accessories and told me he would be sending them back to the original company. I had my credentials, Real ID, and paperwork in hand to prove I could own (and take home that day) those accessories. Brian the owner refused to work with me. I told him I purchased the items from another company who also used my credentials. He refused to hand over my bought items. After trying to work with Brian, I found it was better to have him ship my firearm and accessories to a valley FFL. He told me he would wait a few days to send it. He also told me the other FFL would refuse to hand over my bought products. I called that valley FFL and explained everything. They told me they would take care of me as long as I brought my credentials and would give me my purchased items. I called two other FFLs who also told me Brian was in the wrong and they would help me. I would not recommend this store. The owner is rude, would not hear me out, and would not take ownership of the misunderstanding. Don't send your firearms here for FFL purposes. I suggest going to the valley or through another FFL you know. I will no longer do business with SOO.

I stopped in after trying to get some help from another gun store across the street. They were…read morerated #1 on yelp, however maybe rated #1 with their bar service. I was unable to get any assistance at the gun counter. After waiting sometime, I left. I was never acknowledged the entire time I was there in the early afternoon on a midweek day. I saw another gun store (Sierra Outdoor Outfitter) across the street and was immediately helped with my questions. The guy was knowledgable and helpful. I'd recommend Sierra Outdoor if you want quality service and a nice selection.

Photos
Sierra Outdoor Outfitter
Sierra Outdoor Outfitter

See all

Earth & Ocean Boardshop

Earth & Ocean Boardshop

4.1(17 reviews)
11.9 mi
$

I love this place. Cool people heading up operations in the store with cool quality apparel and…read moregear. I would love to learn skateboarding but would love someone to skate with and learn from. I learn faster with practical applications and tutors. Tutors with hooters is even more fun. Hahahaha. I got some snowboard socks which go above the calf which I love and got a rain jacket windbreaker and sweatpants today. The jacket reminds me of my Annapolis Maryland home since it is the sailing capital of the world and the Naval Academy is there. Looks like a good jacket for sailing on cool days. Thanks for your quality gear and clothes and I'm looking forward to hanging out with everyone soon; whenever you ask me out on a date. Lol Love you Scott Lo Robert Scott Lo Schiavo Aka CHUCHI (sounds like chooocheee) The name my mom Maria gave me when I was a kid and it stuck. Call me CHUCHI if you want. I DARE YAH Everyone has a nickname anyways ‍

Do yourself a favor and go see Eric at Earth and Ocean before buying something online that looks…read moregreat in advertisements and reviews, but doesn't work for you... And save yourself some money and frustration. The owner, Eric, is legit. He had the gear I needed for a guy my size: 170 ultra wide snowboard, size 15 boots and XL rear entry bindings (can be hard to find even online), and he beat the online price. However, after trying on the size 15 boots I thought I wanted (based on advertisements and reviews), I found the boots to be uncomfortable. Eric pulled out another model boot, but in size 14, and they were way more comfortable. They also fit in the rear entry bindings a lot better. Had I bought the gear I initially wanted online, I would have been stuck with boots that did not fit my foot right, and did not fit my bindings. Then I would have been stuck dealing with the return process, just to take another stab in the dark to try to find boots that would "hopefully" fit me and my bindings. After picking out my gear, Eric lined me up with the board and mounted my bindings based on my size and stance. He then heat fitted my boots. This was all done at no extra charge as it was included with the purchase. On a personal note, I enjoyed being in the shop. Eric spoke to me like we were old friends. He didn't rush me at all, and I was in there for a few hours while we picked out gear, mounted the bindings, heat fitted the boots and spent a lot of time just BS'ing. "Ma and Pop" shops are a dying breed, and so is the customer service that goes along with them. Don't be just another number to a billionaire dot-com that just wants your money and doesn't give a $&!@ about how your gear works for you. Go see people like Eric, who are the real deal, and love what they do. It was truly an enjoyable experience!

Sierra Mac River Trips - ok that one got me

Sierra Mac River Trips

4.8(117 reviews)
11.3 mi

Sierra Mac helped my boys and I to have the spring break of a lifetime! With no rafting…read moreexperience, Sierra Mac gave these newbies a taste of the Tuolumne River that was unforgettable. The group we rafted with was cohesive and kind, and the guides were patient, but challenging. We had the opportunity to be part of a rowing school and to understand the "science" of rafting. Examples of instruction were navigating into an eddy, ferrying across a current to the other side of the river, tying off a boat, setting up angles, and reading currents were just a few skills that were taught. Sierra Mac and our group was welcoming, eager to teach, and patient all the while giving appropriate feedback. The instruction truly was "hands on" as we got the opportunity to take a turn at rowing to learn the basic mechanics of boat rowing. While we expected to be in tents, we actually slept without them, and this ended up being a cool experience for us and pushed my teenagers to realize it can be done! Highly recommend Tom and the whole crew. Every guide was a class act, and we particularly appreciated how many combined years of experience they all brought. Next time, I'll bring a GoPro camera to capture the thrill a little better on the rapids. We hope to be able to do this again! Thank you Tom and Sierra Mac!

Our family had a great time on our three-day, two-night trip with Sierra Mac. Our guide, Zack,…read morenavigated the river with such ease and skill. He was knowledgeable and struck just the right balance of engagement for our group of six, which ranged in age from 12 to almost 80. The guides had an adventure planned at every stop, from natural water slides to rock jumping. Thank you to the entire crew! Pro tip: Rent the sleeping mat! I'm especially grateful to "Smiles" for giving up his mat so I could ditch my old Therm-a-Rest and enjoy a great night's sleep on a comfortable river mat.

Photos
Sierra Mac River Trips
Sierra Mac River Trips - Camping on the River

Camping on the River

Sierra Mac River Trips

See all

Echo Adventure Cooperative - fishing - Updated May 2026

Loading...
Loading...
Loading...