Northern California

Ruth Sport
Fishing

Guided fishing trips on Whiskeytown Lake and Lake Shasta. Unforgettable experiences for families, beginners, and seasoned anglers alike.

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Welcome

Northern California's Premier Fishing Guide

Welcome to Ruth Sportfishing Guide Service. I look forward to fishing the best lakes that Northern California has to offer with you! Fishing is not only one of the oldest and greatest pastimes, but something that can be shared and enjoyed by kids and adults alike.

As a lifelong fisherman, I am always excited to pass on the knowledge I have learned over the years with anglers of all skill sets and ages. No matter how experienced you are - or even if you have never been fishing - I will make sure to provide an unforgettable and fun trip for you, your family, and friends.

Looking forward to a great day on the water - let's go fishing!

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Where We Fish

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8 Miles from Redding

Whiskeytown Lake

A top Kokanee fishing destination in Northern California, Whiskeytown Lake offers a wonderfully peaceful and serene experience that anglers of all ages can enjoy. With beautifully clean, clear water, it is an exceptionally prime habitat for Kokanee - some of the best tasting land-locked salmon on the West Coast.

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10 Miles from Redding

Lake Shasta

Known for its incredible year-round fishing potential and 370 miles of shoreline, Lake Shasta offers Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Chinook Salmon, and Kokanee. With stunning views of Mount Shasta, fishing here is unlike anything else in Northern California.

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Your Guide

Meet Mike Ruth

I have been a fisherman since I can remember - fishing lakes, rivers, and Pacific Ocean waters from Alaska to California. Growing up in the Truckee/Tahoe area, I fished every lake and river Northern California had to offer, competed in Kokanee tournaments, tied my own flies, and honed my craft fishing for wild Salmon and Halibut at my grandfather's lodges in Ketchikan, Alaska.

I pride myself in sharing the joy of fishing with the next generation, and especially with those who have never had the opportunity to try for the first time.