Our Home River
Red's Fly Shop
and the Canyon River Ranch Lodge both sit riverside in the heart of the Lower Yakima Canyon, the most popular fly fishing section of the Yakima River. This gives our guests the convenience of
being at a quality pro shop, lodge, and on the river at the same time! The Yakima is a great day trip from Seattle, or utilize some of our on-site lodging to make it an overnight adventure.
The Yakima is a Catch and Release fishery that boasts great fishing for wild Rainbow and Cutthroat trout 365 days per year. The upper 75 miles of this river enjoys the distinction of being Washington's only blue ribbon trout stream. The Yakima begins on the Cascade crest above the town of Cle Elum as a relatively small mountain river. In this alpine area, it flows gin clear through a forest dominated by towering firs and pine trees. As it continues East towards Ellensburg, it takes on an appearance more characteristic of a prairie stream, with a Cottonwood river bottom and lots of braided channels. Approximately 3 miles South of Ellensburg, the Cottonwoods and Timothy hay fields transition into the high sage brush hills and steep basalt walls of the famous "Lower Canyon".
Our shop sits along the banks of the river in the center of this section. Although the Canyon is the most popular section of the Yakima, we like to explore the other parts of the river, as well. Clients who fish with us multiple times each year appreciate seeing new water, different scenery, and utilizing different techniques to catch fish. We guide all of these sections throughout the year, and thoroughly enjoy the unique characteristics and challenges each of them possess.
A Washington Freshwater Fishing License is required for this trip.
Testimonials
"Over the past few years my travels have allowed me to take on
the rivers that you read about, the Madison, Gallatin, Firehole, Snake, Big
Wood, South Platte and others, but without a doubt the Yakima is at the top
of my list. The scenery is awesome, winding from the upper canyon through
the farmlands and back into the lower canyon with fishing as diverse and
beautiful as the landscape around it. Spectacular Cutts in the upper river
to big bows in the lower canyon, it doesn't get any better than this. Just
when I think I've seen it all, the Red's guides show me a new section,
season, or technique."
A. Gillam - Edmonds, WA |
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Trips Include
- Shuttle Service
- Gourmet Lunch (full day trips only), Snacks, and Soft Drinks
- All Flies and Accessories (leader, tippet, etc.)
- Any Needed Equipment (rods, waders, etc.)
Cost
- Full Day Trip: $405
Mar. 1 - Nov. 15
- Half Day Trip: $325
Mar. 1 - Nov. 15
- Winter Rate: $325
Nov. 16 - Feb. 28
- Single Angler Trip: $355
Mar. 1 - Nov. 15
- Prices are based on double occupancy.
- A 3rd Angler may be added for an additional $100.
Reservations
Deposits -
A $100 Deposit is required to hold your
date and is completely refundable up to 48 hours prior to the trip.
In the event that the outfitter decides to cancel the trip due to
adverse conditions, no deposit will be retained.
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