KINGSBURY FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Gondola, SxS, and a Private Day of Rainbow Trout at East Peak Lake
A private, half-day guided fly-fishing outing accessed by gondola and off-road SxS that delivers instruction and access to large rainbow trout in a secluded high-country lake.
Gondola, SxS, and a Private Day of Rainbow Trout at East Peak Lake.
This is a compact, high-country fishing expedition: meet your guide in Heavenly Village, ride the gondola to the mountain top, then punch along a panoramic off-road route in a side-by-side to a secluded 12-acre reservoir ringed by ponderosa forest—East Peak Lake—reserved for private guided catch-and-release fly fishing with a focus on large rainbow trout and limited to five guests.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Gondola and SxS: Arrival as Part of the Adventure
The trip begins with a scenic gondola ride from Heavenly Village to the top of the mountain, followed by a panoramic off-road SxS trail ride that delivers you to the lake’s private shoreline.
Target: Large Rainbow Trout in a Private Water
East Peak Lake is a private, catch-and-release fishery known for large rainbow trout; the experience centers on guided fly-fishing instruction tailored to hooking these fish.
Secluded High-Country Reservoir
The lake is a secluded 12-acre reservoir set in a high-country ponderosa forest on the slopes of Heavenly Mountain Resort, minutes from Heavenly Village and Stateline lodging.
What the day feels like
The Flow: From Village to Water in Four Hours
You’ll meet the guide in Heavenly Village and take the scenic gondola to the mountain top, then climb into a side-by-side for a short, panoramic off-road ride to East Peak Lake. Once on the shoreline, the guide provides private fly-fishing instruction for your group on a lake reserved for guided anglers, with gear available if you prefer to use it.
THE APPROACH
Gondola and SxS: Arrival as Part of the Adventure
The trip begins with a scenic gondola ride from Heavenly Village to the top of the mountain, followed by a panoramic off-road SxS trail ride that delivers you to the lake’s private shoreline.
THE FISH
Target: Large Rainbow Trout in a Private Water
East Peak Lake is a private, catch-and-release fishery known for large rainbow trout; the experience centers on guided fly-fishing instruction tailored to hooking these fish.
THE SETTING
Secluded High-Country Reservoir
The lake is a secluded 12-acre reservoir set in a high-country ponderosa forest on the slopes of Heavenly Mountain Resort, minutes from Heavenly Village and Stateline lodging.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack your Nevada fishing license (required for each angler); bring personal rods, flies, or leaders only if you prefer to use them rather than the provided gear.
The trip includes a gondola ticket, SxS off-road safety gear, fly rod and reel (available if you don’t bring your own), wading boots and waders if necessary, and flies and leaders unless you supply your own.
The outing is a half-day experience totaling four hours including gondola and off-road transit as part of the schedule; verify final timing with your guide when contacted before the trip.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
Total time is four hours, which includes gondola and off-road transit segments in addition to the guided fishing portion.
Where do we meet the guide?
Meet at the Heavenly Village Scenic Gondola ticketing area by the map sign in front of the ticket window.
Are children allowed?
Yes—children and adults age 8 and up are permitted on the trip.
Is the trip private and how many people?
All trips are private to your group and are limited to five guests per trip; reservations are required.
What happens in bad weather or high winds?
Trips operate weather- and wind-permitting; schedules and availability may change based on conditions.
Will the guide contact us before the trip?
Yes—your guide will contact you within 12–48 hours prior to your trip to confirm final details.