The Experienced and Passionate Fishing Guides of Del Norte

Del Norte County has a team of experienced and passionate fishing guides to help you fish how you want, whether it’s spin, bait or fly fishing, river drifting or trolling in the sea.

• Cast Guide Service
• Catch My Drift Guide Service
• Don’s Reel Time Guide Service
• Fishslayer Guide Service
• Hagen’s Guide Service 
• Ken Cunningham Fishing Guide Service
• Kenny Armstrong’s Norcal River Fishing
• Kevin Brock’s Guide Service
• King’s Guide Service
• Lunker Fish Trips
• Me-Ca Guide Service
• Rivers West Outfitters
• Wild River Fishing
• Wild Rivers Outfitters 
  

Cast Guide Service

We are a full service operation for Northern California and Southern Oregon and pride ourselves in providing the finest, top-of-the-line equipment. Our River Craft drift boats are furnished with heaters and rain tops to keep customers warm and dry. We also operate a 23-foot Jetcraft river boat with a 200 hp outboard.

Treat yourself to the finest light tackle fishing for these hard fighting coastal river chrome bright trophies. Picture yourself battling one of these beauties at the break of dawn from your favorite coastal river. The excitement of such a fishing adventure is exhilarating and not soon forgotten. Salmon, trout, steelhead. Check out our fishing report to learn what's happening right now! To learn more, contact:

Cast Guide Service
David Castellanos
PO Box 395
Smith River, CA 95567
707- 487-CAST (2278)
888-367-7411
Email: driftboatdave@hotmail.com
www.smithriverfishing.com

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Catch My Drift Guide Service

Owner Ron MacMaster has guided the area rivers for more than twenty years. He does trips on the Smith, Eel, Mad, Chetco and Rogue. Stop by and check out the latest salmon and steelhead patterns. Contact:

Catch My Drift Guide Service
Ron MacMaster
9105 Highway 199
PO Box 83
Gasquet, CA 95543
707-457-3600
Email: catchmydrift@hotmail.com or salmonslayer@jps.net
www.catchmydriftguideservice.com

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Don’s Reel Time Guide Service

Don Vecchetti has been fishing and drifting the Smith River for over sixteen years. Don guides the Smith River exclusively. By doing so, he is able to stay in touch with the current conditions and follow the fish runs from the time they enter the system, increasing his clients’ success rate. Young or old, seasoned or beginner, Don’s experience and knowledge has something to offer every angler. Come fish with Don’s Reel Time Guide Service and remember that a memorable experience is a cast away.

Don’s Reel Time Guide Service
Don Vecchetti
100 Surfsound Ct.
Smith River, CA. 95567
707-487-2309
Email: www.fishthesmithriver.com/email.htm 
http://www.fishthesmithriver.com/

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Fishslayer Guide Service

Jayson grew up in Crescent City and learned to fish at an early age. He loved to fish for the elusive salmon and steelhead on the emerald green waters of the Smith River. It doesn’t matter if he’s fishing with guests or fishing for himself, Jayson’s never lost that passion to fish. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, let Jayson’s knowledge and passion lead you to success!

Jayson is certified in CPR and first aid, licensed, bonded and insured., and has a special use permit from the U.S. Forest Service on the Smith River. For more information, contact:

Fishslayer Guide Service
Jayson Shanle
1673 El Monte
Crescent City, CA. 95531
707-218-7576
www.fishslayerguideservice.com

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Hagen’s Guide Service

Come join Kim Hagen, fishing guide, for a world class fishing adventure on California’s most productive and beautiful salmon and steelhead rivers, the Smith River and the Klamath River. Our years of fishing experience on these rivers insure you the highest quality guided fishing trips available, regardless of your skill level. For the latest news from the rivers, check our Fishing Report.

Hagen’s Guide Service
Kim Hagen
P.O. Box 123
Gasquet, California 95543-0123
707.457.3194
Email: kim@kimhagensfishing.com
www.kimhagensfishing.com

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Ken Cunningham Fishing Guide Service

Quality guided fishing for salmon, steelhead, striped bass & trout on Northern California and southwestern Oregon Rivers. Great fishing at an affordable price. All bait and tackle is provided. Smith and Klamath Rivers. Salmon, steelhead, trout, striped bass and shad.

Ken Cunningham
PO Box 680 
Klamath, CA 95548
707-391-7144
Email: salmonslayer@yahoo.com
www.salmonslayer.net

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Kenny Armstrong’s Norcal River Fishing

We specialize in jet boat and drift boat fishing of the magnificent rivers of the North coast. We provide not only the best guides, but the best gear available including: boats, rods, reels, bait, tackle and of course, the expertise of the rivers. Our drift and jet boat fishing trips can either focus on conventional gear, fly fishing gear or both. Whichever discipline you choose is fine with us. Our focus it to make sure you have the best fishing trip possible.

Kenny Armstrong’s Norcal River Fishing Adventures
1657 Childrens Ave.
McKinleyville CA.95519
707-498-4087
Email: Kenny@NorCalRiverFishing.com
www.norcalriverfishing.com

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Kevin Brock’s Guide Service

Kevin Brock’s Guide Service offers year-round professional guided trips on a variety of West Coast rivers including the majestic Smith River for steelhead trout, one of the most sought after sport fish in the industry.

I have been a full time guide since 1996. Everything I own and have acquired has been from guiding. With the combination of knowledge and the determination I have to make sure you catch fish and have a great experience, you will always know that at the end of

the trip you received 100% from me. I personally guarantee it. Licensed, bonded, Coast Guard certified, USFS permitted.

Kevin Brock’s Guide Service
800-995-5543
www.fishkevinbrock.com

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King’s Guide Service

Pound for pound some of the biggest salmon and steelhead to be found in the Northwest come out of the Smith River. The only way to pursue these giants is by drift boat that allows you to cover the most water in a day. Our boat is set up for fly-fishing with braces front and rear. When it gets cold we have dual heaters with the blower so the chill of winter won’t affect your cast. Come fish with King’s Guide Service on California’s north coast rivers for salmon, steelhead and stripers. We fish some of California’s most productive rivers for salmon and steelhead and ones with scenic beauty beyond compare. You may choose to fish by any discipline with your equipment or mine. Whether you try fly-fishing, pulling plugs or chasing a trophy salmon or steelhead on light tackle, I’ve got you covered. I take a lot of pride in putting my clients on fish and allowing them to enjoy the fishing trip of a lifetime.

King’s Guide Service 
Tim King
707-954-0050
Email: Tim@TrinityRiverFishing.com
www.trinityriverfishing.com

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Lunker Fish Trips

Open 6 am – 6pm
2095 Highway 199
Crescent City, CA 95531
707-458-4704

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ME-CA Guide Service

Dan Gilliland
Professional guide since 1985. License, bonded, all gear provided.
Guiding fishing on the Smith and Klamath rivers.
1450B Victor Avenue
Redding, CA 96001
530-262-5500
dangilliland@aol.com

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Rivers West Outfitters

With more than 40 years experience fishing Northern California and Southern Oregon rivers and streams for salmon, steelhead, and trout, Rich Mossholder has become one of the most knowledgeable and experienced guides in the area. His love for the sport and years of experience have been well-rewarded by winning numerous salmon and steelhead derbies on the both the Smith and Chetco River, twice awarded Top Guide on the Klamath River and many others.

Rivers West Outfitters offers only professional, seasoned guides handpicked by Rich. Each of our guides are USCG licensed captains, licensed professionals in both California and Oregon, CPR/first-aid certified, insured and bonded. Our guides are full-time as well as north coast residents with extensive knowledge and experience in the area. Our guides and boats are equipped with the finest rods, reel, bait, tackle and secrets available. We encourage our quests to use our equipment. For those who may prefer their own special equipment they are welcome to bring it along.

Rivers West Outfitters
PO Box 947
Klamath, CA 95548
707-482-5822
www.riverswestoutfitters.com

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Wild River Fishing

Bring your fishing license, layered clothes, fall raingear, felt sole waders, sunglasses and lunch. Bring your camera for the best fishing memories. Trips start at daybreak and return by 3 P.M. Noon to dusk trips can also be arranged. Please reserve ahead for multi-day and holiday trips by as much time as possible to assure the availability of your desired dates. Located within and around Redwood National Park. Enjoy yourself on California's realNorth Coast. Fishing Guide Gary Whittaker is licensed, bonded, insured, experienced, courteous and professional.

Wild River Fishing
Gary Whittaker
65 Redwood Rd
Klamath CA 95548
707-498-4491
707-482-8912
Email: gary@wildriverfishing.com
www.wildriverfishing.com

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Wild Rivers Outfitters

Call Wild Rivers Outfitters today and let Dave McLaughlin show you some of the finest fishing and scenery along some of the most productive and scenic rivers in the Northwest. Using a drift boat or a jet boat and with first hand knowledge of the rivers, Dave will do everything he possibly can to give you a fishing and outdoor experience of a lifetime. The best quality equipment is used including custom rods, reels, bait and tackle and it’s all provided as part of your fishing trip. Call today!

Wild Rivers Outfitters
Dave McLaughlin
Late October Thru April: Oregon 541-412-0734
May Thru Mid October: California 707-272-8258
Email: davebigwave@yahoo.com
www.wildriversoutfitters.com

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