Welcome Aboard!
Here we will lay out any information you may need to ensure a great experience with Travel Creel on the Fall River!
Here is information regarding your trip,
This information can also be found in the printable planner in the link below.
TRAVEL INFO
The Fall River is about 1 hour 1/2 east of the town of Redding in Northern California.
The nearest major airports are Medford, or Sacramento. Most major airlines service both of these locations. There is also an airport in Redding that is serviced by United or Alaska Airlines.
Directions:
From Redding, Head east on Hwy 299, Towards the town of Burney.
From Burney, head east about another 15 miles.
Just after you pass the golf course, make a left onto Glenburn rd.
Travel Glenburn rd for about 5.5 miles. At the stop sign, head right (east) on Brown/Glenburn Rd about 1/4 mile.
Make a left onto Mcarthur Rd. (you will see the white Glenburn Church)
Continue for about 6 miles. Make a right onto Metzger Rd.
(you will see the sign for the Oakhouse Tavern)
Head down Metzger Rd, and the lodge is just before the bridge on the left.
Head through the green gate and park out front.
Lodge Address:
26076 Metzger Road
Fall River Mills, CA
96028
Arrival -
Please arrive anytime after 3PM on your scheduled arrival date. Once you are parked out front, head into the main lodge and we will get you settled into your rooms.
Snacks and dinner service will start around 6pm
If you are running behind, please let us know so we can plan accordingly.
PLEASE INFORM US OF ANY FOOD ALLERGIES OR RESTRICTIONS TO ENSURE THE BEST EXPERIENCE
POSSIBLE
Each night we will discuss guide assignments and the itinerary for the following day.
The Fishing -
Fall River is entirely fished from boats. There are great opportunities to fish with dry flies, dead drift bugs under a dry dropper or strike indicator, or even strip leeches. The lodge is located on what is considered the “upper river”.
We will be launching 2 boats directly from the lodge, and 2 boats down river. Keeping the boat traffic to a minimum, and respecting this special place is very important to us.
Please practice your casting before you get to Fall River!
You will be primarily fishing with 5wt rods.
Knowing how to feed line, mend and reach cast will also really help make your fishing experience much more enjoyable.
- Gear -
Travel Creel always recommends that you bring your own equipment, however the guides will provide rods/reels if needed.
Please be sure to let us know prior to the trip so we can communicate your needs to the guide team.
5wt rods with weight forward floating line are preferred. For streamers, a light sink tip or intermediate line are preferred.
Most of the guides reels are set up left hand retrieve. If you need right hand retrieve, please let us know so the guides have what you need.
Fishing Licenses
You will need to purchase your CA fishing license in advance. Licenses in CA are available online or in select stores, California also has a new app for your phone called the “CDFW License”. You must have your license or proof of your license on your person.
https://wildlife.ca.gov/LicenseApp
On your way to Fall River there are a few stores that sell licenses: The Fly Shop - Redding
Sportsmans Warehouse - Redding
Big 5 - Redding
Burney Sporting Goods - Burney
Travel Insurance
TCH Highly recommends travel insurance for all your adventures.
Please reach out to us if you need assistance choosing the right insurance for you.
- The Lodge/Food Program -
Travel Creel will be taking care of all of your meals!
Typical Day on the Fall River
6:00AM - Coffee is served in the main lodge
6:30AM - Country style breakfast buffet is served, be sure to check the whiteboard for your boat assignments.
7:00AM - Grab your lunch bag and top it off with snacks for the day. Make sure to bring it with you!
7:30AM - Get your gear together, meet your guide and head out for the day.
4:00PM - Arrive back to the lodge, freshen up, grab a cocktail and relax!
6:00PM - Appetizers/snacks will start
6:30PM - Dinner is served
After Dinner feel free to hang out in the main lodge. There is a shuffleboard table, bar dice, and of course great fish stories to share!
Be sure to return from your day on the water with your lunch bag so we can get it ready to go for the next day.
- Departure -
We will be preparing a grab and go breakfast on the morning of departure.
We will run shuttles based on when you need to leave.
Breakfast will be served on departure day around 7:30AM. Please be prepared to be out of your rooms by 10AM at the latest.
- What is included -
-3 nights accommodations
-2 days guided fishing
-All meals provided by Travel Creel
-Terminal Tackle - you may bring your own gear if you would like, or your guides will have rods and reels for you
- What is not included -
-Travel Expenses
-Booze
-Fishing Licenses
- Gratuities - Gratuities are a personal decision based on the service that you received. It is customary to tip your guide after each day, and the lodge staff at the end of your stay
Typical gratuities
- Guide tips - $150 per day - per boat (split with boat mate)
- Lodge Staff tips - please budget $100-$150 per angler
