We went on a guided trip with Mark Last April 2014. Booking the trip was a breeze, no deposit was…read morerequired. We met Mark at Sonora, then proceeded to the fishing spot on his car. Mark was kind enough to supply all the gear (rods, waders, boots), the only thing i brought was my fishing license. Mark was very friendly and is an excellent guide. one on one casting lessons was also part of the experience. I like that his teaching style was more laidback and the instructions were not too technical. All in all, me and my Dad had an awesome time, were taught basic casting, and caught 8 good sized trout total. I cant wait to schedule another guided trip. Good value for money! I highly recommend his guide service to all Yelpers.

From the owner: California Licensed Fly Fishing Guide…read more I am located in the beautiful town of Sonora, California, about 2 hours east of the San Francisco Bay Area and two hours south from Sacramento, in Tuolumne County. Anyone from beginner to expert will benefit from my experience on the local waters with walk and wade trips on the Merced, Stanislaus, or Tuolumne Rivers. We do float trips on the lower Merced, Stanislaus and Tuolumne Rivers

I cannot begin to tell you just how much great times i had at Don Pedro, i went here everyday for…read moreabout a week, i had not been here since i was a teenager . There was this guy Ray working at the marina. This guy helped me out on everything i needed and his demeanor couldn't be more welcoming. He made me feel like i was family, seriously very considerate, very personable. He helped me with even giving me a ride, cause it was a long way to my car. Thanks Ray Ray for making my visits the best i had a great time, and love that you made me feel great coming there. Your a great asset to the marina...... i hope to see you next time...... Thanks

Todo en mi experiencia es excelente,,lo recomiendo, al 100% muy buena área para disfrutar en familiaread more

Loved seeing all the salmon babies. Not a lot of fish on the ladder. Wasn't able to get in to see…read morethe actual process

The fish hatchery itself is a neat little informative spot where you can learn all about the fish…read moreand walk through the hatchery to see the fish at different stages. It's interesting to do and we have walked through many times. Just as enjoyable, though, are the nature areas just before the hatchery and the river access. We like to come here to enjoy the sounds of the water and take short walks with our dog. It's really a lovely place to stop for an hour or two and just enjoy the peace and quiet. The trails are very short but they do have picnic tables and we have enjoyed a nice lunch here by the lake as well. I think a more fitting name would be the Mokelumne Fish Hatchery and nature area because we happened upon this location by chance but I am so glad we did. We probably make the drive here 3-5 times a year and it is definitely worth checking out if you are in the area.

Had a great experience with David, caught some fish, learned a lot and had interesting talks.read more

David took my husband and I on a wonderful fishing and hiking excursion! He is knowledgeable, kind…read moreand professional. We learned a lot about fishing techniques, and saw some amazing views!

Not much room to swim without getting swept away by the flow of the river , a lot of rocks, dirt…read moreand trees

This is where we take out the kayaks when we come down from the fish hatchery. Plenty of parking…read morebut they do charge you $6 (County thing). It is about 200 yards from the river to the parking lot and slightly uphill (or downhill depending on which way you are headed). In the summer you will encounter lots of people doing bbq and swimming & floating near the shore. The area is always clean and they have a large bin near the parking lot offering life jackets for the kids.

This is still a great little fly shop. Friendly, knowledgeable, good selection and reasonable…read moreprices. There is another sporting goods shop up the road if you want spinning gear, but The Trout Spot is the go to place for fly tackle.

While scouting out some areas to fly fish near Arnold, I saw this place and decided to stop in…read more The first thing I noticed was a great selection of flies along with anything else you might need to fly fish. The owner had three customers in the store, including myself, with about 15 minutes left until close. He helped everyone out and still had time to suggest several fishing spots in the area. I picked up a few flies I didn't really need, but helping the local shops is important. I also found out he sells online too so I'll keep him in mind when I need something. Last thing he said was, "stop in next time your in the area and I can tell you where the fish are biting!" Thank you!!!

If you are looking for a experienced, knowledgeable and very personable fishing guide that can put…read moreyou on the fish and will give you a memorable, productive enjoyable fishing day, I very highly recommend John of Xperience Fishing Guide Service. I have fished a good part of my 80 years. I have fished fresh water and salt water with captains and guides from Central America, Mexico (mostly Baja), Canada, the East Coast, the SF bay, the delta and many lakes in northern California. I did not mention these places to impress you with my fishing. I want to impress you with John's abilities as a great guide. He is one of the best people and extremely good fishing guides I have had the pleasure to fish with. He does what he says his goal is...he wants every trip to be fun and create memories. He did it for me, I know he can do it for you also. I look forward to fishing with him again and again and ....... PS: John really knows his stuff. About 4 times, as he was watching my retrieve, he told me I had a fish on even before I felt it.

From the owner: Fishing is a way of life. Guide John Liechty is a fourth generation angler on the western slopes of…read morethe Sierras. With years of fishing knowledge and guiding Xperience, John is able to teach the basics to first time fishing anglers and willing to share advanced techniques and tactics with seasoned anglers. The main goal of each trip is to have fun and create memories. The lakes and reservoirs nestled in the Gold Country offer excellent fishing opportunities, while enjoying the beautiful landscape and wildlife.

We recently rented a pontoon boat from the Pardee Lake Marina, and enjoyed a wonderful day on the…read morelake and the river. Our day was even more special with the great service provided by Benny at the marina. He was professional, efficient, knowledgeable and very fun! Thank you Benny!

We've been coming here for years, and we were disappointed when the campground had to close last…read moreseason, so we were really looking forward to coming back. Unfortunately, during our 3 1/2-day stay, the garbage bins weren't emptied until our last day, and the porta potties weren't cleaned at all--they smelled awful the entire time. The woman working the front desk was also extremely rude. When we tried to use the pool shortly after opening time, the gate was still locked. I politely asked at the office if the pool was open, and she became irritated just for asking. We were also really disappointed that we couldn't rent a boat this time due to a new law passed on July 1st requiring a boating safety course before operating one. We were told this campground was enforcing it strictly, even though supposedly no other places around the area are. It felt unnecessarily restrictive and frustrating. We've loved this place in the past, but this visit left us really let down. I hope management improves the cleanliness, customer service, and finds a more flexible solution to the boating policy in the future.

My resupply on the PCT at Kennedy Meadows turned into a mini vacation that I'll look back fondly on…read morefor years. I took advantage of the shuttle they run from Sonora pass to the resort. I called to confirm the pickup time, and it was right on schedule. The guy driving the van was filling in for the usual driver, but he was professional and shared some cool facts about the area. At the resort he pointed me towards the designated hiker hangout area and let me know where the front desk was so I could work out accommodations. I had my heart set on a cabin to nurse my chewed up feet and wait for my replacement shoes to arrive via FedEx, but they were totally booked up. The woman at the front desk was awesome though and told me she'd put me in an empty dorm and try to let me have it to myself as long as possible. Picking up my resupply at the general store was easy, and the hiker area was convenient for repacking my bag. The general store had a great selection of all the typical hiker foods, and tons of great snacks. Laundry was a little chaotic because people (workers and hikers) were leaving their finished loads in the machines for ages, but eventually all my chores were done and I was able to relax in the restaurant. There was only one server working but she was friendly and kicking butt. The burger made with their own beef was great. After retiring to my dorm to kill many hours using the strong WiFi, I came back down to the restaurant seeking dinner. The days they offer prime rib are a bit of a madhouse because people travel specifically for the occasion. I couldn't get the attention of any server so I went back to my room. I came back closer to closing and was able to awkwardly shuffle in. The prime rib dinner was massive and pretty good. Even with my hiker hunger I wasn't able to finish it. The generator is LOUD, but you generally get used to it. When it slams off at night the silence is welcomed but jarring. The WiFi still works though. The next morning the restaurant was bustling for breakfast. It always seems like there's never quite enough servers, but that's not surprising considering it's a remote resort. I signed up for one of the short trail rides for a very reasonable $35. I turned out to be the only guest taking that particular ride, which was fun if not a little awkward. The guide was extremely professional and did a good job giving me directions and keeping an eye on how my saddle was positioned and how my horse was behaving. It was a beautiful short ride with a little bit of surprising rocky terrain and creek crossings. The rest of my second day at KM was spent in the saloon waiting for my shoes to arrive. Even though they recommend UPS, FedEx managed to arrive on schedule and my feet were saved. The bar had a great vibe with its strictly western jukebox and friendly barkeep. Dinner on a weekday was much less chaotic, and the ribeye was delicious. The next morning the shuttle driver struck a deal to take someone to a nearby town, so the shuttle was off schedule. Luckily the backpackers spread the word amongst ourselves and after sending a package home with the front desk, I wound up back at Sonora pass in the morning as planned, probably a few pounds heavier. I highly recommend Kennedy Meadows as a resupply and zero spot. They're extremely honest and upfront about how much everything they offer costs, and I didn't feel looked down on for being a smelly hiker. It's a beautiful area, and I plan on coming back for a vacation someday and getting my hands on one of those cabins!

Our family's been going here since 1972!!! We absolutely LOVEI IT!! Camping cabins horseback riding…read morecamp fires great food at their restaurant. Gorgeous Views everywhere!!!