CROWLEY LAKE FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Seven Days Chasing Golden Trout from Crowley Lake into the High Sierra
A seven-day pack trip into the Golden Trout Wilderness—this guide details what to expect from the itinerary, guides, camps, and basic logistics.
Seven Days Chasing Golden Trout from Crowley Lake into the High Sierra.
Escape into the remote High Sierra for seven days of prime fly fishing, pursuing the vivid, isolated Golden Trout across the Kern Plateau. This pack trip carries anglers into the Golden Trout Wilderness with professional guides, mule-supported camps, and backcountry meals prepared on site, delivering a concentrated wilderness fishing experience.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Golden Trout of the Kern Plateau
The waters of the Kern Plateau hold some of the purest strains of Golden Trout in the world — an isolated, colorful species that has been named California’s official state fish.
Pack-Mule Camps with a Backcountry Chef
Pack mules carry guests’ food, camping gear and personal items while experienced packers set up a comfortable camp each night; a camp chef prepares backcountry meals around the fire.
Professional Backcountry Fly-Fishing Support
The trip is guided by professional outfits experienced in the Golden Trout Wilderness, pairing anglers with local expertise for remote fly-fishing opportunities.
What the day feels like
What the Seven-Day Pack Trip Feels Like
Over seven days guests travel into remote pockets of the Golden Trout Wilderness, fishing prime High Sierra waters by day and returning to mule-supported camps each night. Guides from the operating teams lead anglers to isolated stretches of stream and lake on the Kern Plateau while packers handle camp setup and a camp chef prepares evening meals.
THE FISH
Golden Trout of the Kern Plateau
The waters of the Kern Plateau hold some of the purest strains of Golden Trout in the world — an isolated, colorful species that has been named California’s official state fish.
THE CAMP
Pack-Mule Camps with a Backcountry Chef
Pack mules carry guests’ food, camping gear and personal items while experienced packers set up a comfortable camp each night; a camp chef prepares backcountry meals around the fire.
THE GUIDES
Professional Backcountry Fly-Fishing Support
The trip is guided by professional outfits experienced in the Golden Trout Wilderness, pairing anglers with local expertise for remote fly-fishing opportunities.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip is suitable for (age-based guidance).
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack mules transport guests’ food, camping gear and personal items, so personal equipment is carried for you into camp.
Experienced packers handle camp setup each night and meals are prepared in camp.
This is a mule-supported, multi-night pack trip into remote backcountry waters.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the excursion?
The excursion is seven days in duration.
When does this trip take place?
Scheduled dates are July 26th - August 1st, 2026.
What is the minimum age to participate?
Participants must be at least 12 years old.
Who provides guiding and pack support?
Guiding is provided by Golden Trout Guiding Co. and Eastern Sierra Sport Fishing with pack support from McGee Creek Pack Station.
What fish are we targeting?
The trip targets Golden Trout, the vivid, isolated trout found on the Kern Plateau.
How is gear and food handled in camp?
Pack mules carry guests' food, camping gear and personal items; a camp chef prepares backcountry meals each night.