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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! Our diverse guide staff can deliver a trip tailored to your interests on one or more of our local fisheries at any time of year.

We guide the best trout and steelhead destinations in northern California and southern Oregon. The most famous destinations include the Sacramento, Trinity, Klamath, McCloud, Fall River, and the Rogue River, but there are many more. Many of our guides have multiple decades of experience crafting great fishing experiences for their guests. Read our online reviews and I think you'll agree that our guide team is the best choice for delivering a great day on the water.

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Fishing Reports

September 8, 2026

Trinity River Report by Mat Squillante

It felt oddly unfamiliar to be steelheading on a sunny 70 degree day but Luke, Mike Wright and I enjoyed the perfect weather while finding several adults mixed among some smaller fish. If being cold and wet isn't your thing but you like chasing steelhead, consider booking an early season trip in the next few weeks. Conditions are likely to be comfortable, maybe even pleasant and adult fish are in the mix.

September 8, 2026

Yuba River Report by Mat Squillante

Considering a day trip? The Yuba's been a gem all year and continues to fish well. It's an easy day trip from the Bay Area or from Sacramento. Hopper action hasn't been stellar this year but it's been decent on some days … it's a viable option if you commit to throwing dries. September will fish well while October and November usher in the egg bite as more salmon move into the system. The Yuba gets an annual run of valley steelhead that can help put a few numbers down on your report card without the drive, wet and cold temps of the coast.

August 26, 2026

Northern California Report by Mat Squillante

August and the high temps are on their way out. Overall, fishing's been solid all summer. Colin and I have consistently been running trips on the Yuba. Some days dry action's been good and other's, they're glued to the bottom. While dries have been hit or miss, nymphing has remained consistent. Colin's had some good trips on the Upper Sac. Mike's been staying busy with trips on Fall River, while Luke and I have run some good trips on the Lower Sac. What's coming is some of the season's best fishing. Start thinking egg bite on the Lower Sac, Feather and Yuba. October caddis on the McCloud, Hat and Upper Sac. If you're thinking steelhead and beauty, the Trinity's going to turn on soon. Open calendars will fill. Now's a good time to book a trip for some of the years best experiences!

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