GROVELAND FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Yosemite Grand Slam: A High‑Country Fly‑Fishing Backpack Across Ten Lakes Basin
A guided 3‑ or 4‑day backpacking fly‑fishing trip out of Groveland that pairs alpine hiking with opportunities to catch brown, rainbow, brook and golden trout, useful for anglers planning logistics, gear and fitness expectations.
Yosemite Grand Slam: A High‑Country Fly‑Fishing Backpack Across Ten Lakes Basin.
Set in the high country above Groveland, the Yosemite Grand Slam Fly Fishing Adventure is a 3‑day/2‑night or 4‑day/3‑night backpacking trip through the Ten Lake Basin (or a nearby basin, depending on conditions and permit availability) that combines multi‑mile hikes, alpine passes and catch-and-release fishing for multiple trout species under expert guidance.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Aiming for the Grand Slam: Four Trout Species
The route is designed for anglers seeking brown, rainbow, brook and golden trout across a sequence of alpine lakes and streams—an experience billed as accessible to both beginners and advanced anglers.
Ten Lakes Basin and High‑Country Passes
Days thread through Lukens Lake, Yosemite Creek, a steep ascent to Ten Lakes Pass and the Ten Lakes Basin itself—terrain that delivers classic high‑country panoramas and fishing at roughly 9,000 feet.
Guided Comfort: Meals, Gear and Safety
Echo Adventure Cooperative provides a private naturalist guide, all camping equipment, fly‑fishing tackle, meals from lunch on day one through dinner on the final day, permits and emergency kit—minimizing logistical friction so you can focus on the fishing and the views.
What the day feels like
What the Trip Feels Like
From an early morning meet with your guide the itinerary moves quickly into Yosemite’s high country: a full first day of hiking and steady uphill to ridge and pass, a day spent camped among alpine lakes fishing through high‑elevation afternoons, and a return day that trades steep climbs for long, scenic descents—all framed by expert instruction, gourmet trail meals and the quiet of remote water and granite.
THE CATCH
Aiming for the Grand Slam: Four Trout Species
The route is designed for anglers seeking brown, rainbow, brook and golden trout across a sequence of alpine lakes and streams—an experience billed as accessible to both beginners and advanced anglers.
THE ROUTE
Ten Lakes Basin and High‑Country Passes
Days thread through Lukens Lake, Yosemite Creek, a steep ascent to Ten Lakes Pass and the Ten Lakes Basin itself—terrain that delivers classic high‑country panoramas and fishing at roughly 9,000 feet.
THE SUPPORT
Guided Comfort: Meals, Gear and Safety
Echo Adventure Cooperative provides a private naturalist guide, all camping equipment, fly‑fishing tackle, meals from lunch on day one through dinner on the final day, permits and emergency kit—minimizing logistical friction so you can focus on the fishing and the views.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Choose between a 3‑day/2‑night or 4‑day/3‑night backpacking itinerary; the trip covers roughly 16 miles through alpine basins and passes.
Private transportation to trailhead; all meals from lunch on day one through dinner on the final day; snacks, drinks and water; guide with Wilderness First Responder certification; entrance, license and permit fees; all camping equipment; fly‑fishing tackle; camp kitchen and bear canisters; water filtration, toiletries, sanitation and emergency equipment.
A complete packing list is provided upon request and in your confirmation email; participants should expect to bring personal clothing and any specialty personal items noted on that list.
Private naturalist guides manage permits, transport and safety; first aid and emergency equipment are provided.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
Options include a 3‑day/2‑night or a 4‑day/3‑night Yosemite Grand Slam Backpacking Adventure.
Where and when do we meet the guide?
You meet your fly‑fishing guide after breakfast around 7 AM at a convenient prearranged meetup location to pack gear and review safety before heading to the trailhead.
What species of fish can I expect to encounter?
The trip targets brown, rainbow, brook and golden trout across alpine lakes and streams.
Is any equipment provided?
Yes: fly rods and reels, leaders, tippet and flies; tents, sleeping bags and liners; a complete camp kitchen and bear canisters; water filtration and first aid/emergency gear are all provided.
Are meals included?
Meals are included from lunch on day one through dinner on the final day, plus snacks, drinks and water throughout the excursion.
Who is this trip intended for?
The adventure is described as suitable for beginners and advanced anglers, with guided instruction to accommodate a range of skill levels.