At Stoddard Guide Service, we specialize in delivering unforgettable guided fishing experiences across Northern California’s premier rivers and lakes. Whether you're chasing trophy sturgeon, battling hard-fighting striped bass, loading the boat with kokanee, wanting to battle a king salmon, or pursuing aggressive steelhead — our focus is simple:
Put you on fish and give you a trip you’ll remember.
Family-friendly trips. Experienced anglers welcome.
All gear provided. Fish processing included.
NOW BOOKING SPRING STRIPED BASS
We will be fishing the CA Delta, Feather River, and Sacramento River.
Call Captain Rob 916.295.8851 to book your trip!
Fishing Seasons
Get ready for a strike! Northern California’s premier striped bass run is a must-experience event that spans from the California Delta all the way up the Sacramento and Feather Rivers. As these powerful fish migrate upstream in the spring, the waters around Colusa and Yuba City become a hotspot for non-stop action. These scenic river settings offer a peaceful yet thrilling escape for any angler. To navigate these diverse fisheries, book a trip with Stoddard Guide Service, an expert guide specializing in the Sacramento and Feather River runs!
June-August
June-August Northern California’s premier Kokanee Salmon fishery at New Bullards Bar Reservoir is a must-experience destination that offers some of the most consistent action in the state. As these silver-sided fish school up in the deep, clear waters, the reservoir becomes a hotspot for non-stop trolling action, particularly from late spring through summer. This scenic mountain setting provides a peaceful yet thrilling escape for families and solo anglers alike, with the added bonus of a generous 10 fish per person daily limit. To navigate this expansive deep-water fishery and master the techniques needed to find these schooling landlocked sockeye, book a trip with Stoddard Guide Service, an expert guide with expertise at Bullards Bar!
August-October
FISHING NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
STURGEON
STRIPED BASS
KOKANEE
KING SALMON
STEELHEAD
Why Choose Stoddard Guide Service:
✔ Professional guided experience with 20+ years of experience on local waters
✔ Quality tackle, gear & fish processing included
✔ Safe, clean, fully equipped boat
✔ Great for families, serious anglers, team building & corporate trips
✔ Guided across Northern California water ways - CA Delta, Sacramento River, Feather River, & Yuba River
YOUR FISHING GUIDE, CAPTAIN ROB IS:
A UNITED STATES COAST GUARD LICENSED CAPTAIN
HOLDS A CALIFORNIA GUIDE LICENSE
INSURED & BONDED
AMERICAN RED CROSS FIRST AID/CPR CERTIFIED
MEMBER OF THE MARITIME CONSORTIUM DRUG TESTING PROGRAM