Redwood Fishing Adventures

Redwood Fishing Adventures floats the Russian River through the heart of Sonoma County wine country, and its own river page rates it among the best hatchery steelhead fisheries in California. The guided water lies mainly between Healdsburg and Guerneville, with private access allowing floats through the Alexander Valley when conditions permit. Fish run from seven to twelve pounds with the occasional one over fifteen. The season is tight and weather-driven, beginning in late December and running to the end of March, so trips key off winter rain and the drop in the river that follows it. Rates are published separately on the company’s own site and the guide takes bookings direct by phone.