Sweetwater Outpost

Sweetwater Outpost offers guided fly-fishing trips on a private stretch of the East Walker River, on a fourth-generation working cattle ranch near the Nevada–California border in the Eastern Sierra. With 2.5 miles of exclusive river access, guests can fish away from public-water crowds for wild brown and rainbow trout amid prolific hatches and high-desert scenery. The company’s veteran guides welcome anglers of all skill levels, from first-time fly fishers to experienced visitors pursuing a particular hatch, and tailor guidance to help each guest fish with confidence.

Trips combine time on the water with a rustic, comfortable camp close to the river. Meals, including steaks and burgers cooked on the ranch grill, and overnight accommodations are included. Sweetwater describes its approach as a practical alternative to both luxury-lodge formality and rough camping, with a campfire and the essentials for a relaxed stay. The season runs from March through October, and availability is limited. Anglers can contact Sweetwater Outpost to ask about conditions, discuss trip options, and reserve dates.