Tight Line Therapy – Yosemite | Mariposa 

5.0/5 (16 reviews)
 5004 California 140, Mariposa, CA 95338, United States

Tight Line Therapy – Yosemite | Mariposa 

Mariposa, CA, United States
12
5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Get on the water with 'Tight Line Lyle' to experience the majesty of Yosemite National Park and Sierra Nevada rivers like never before by starting your fly fishing journey, or taking your game to the next level. Your adventure awaits, book now!

Our watershed is loaded with wild Trout and provide opportunities a short walk from the car, or all the way to backcountry waters at high elevation where you rarely see another person much less another angler, not to mention the productive honey holes only a local expert can show you.

The fly fishing kool-aid will be pouring out of the firehose of fishy knowledge, it will be up to you to decide how deeply to drink. The number 1 goal of every trip is safety, followed by having fun and catching fish; the 3rd goal, as important as the 2nd is YOU WILL LEARN TO FLY FISH! Experienced fly anglers should expect to add new dimensions to their game and tools to their box.

Rainbows, Browns, & Brook Trout and more, and more can be found, depending on conditions and location. Any fish you catch will be released; many areas restrict harvesting fish. We hope you will come to love/appreciate our wild and native Trout & keep'em alive and wet!

We welcome large groups as large as 12-24+ (advanced notice preferred). You'll be fishing without a boat, so expect to make your way on foot at least part of the time and come dressed for current weather conditions.

In most cases transportation is not provided, expect to meet at the fishing grounds and drive between fishing locations as needed. We offer walk/wade fly fishing. Float/drift trips are not permitted by park regulations or offered.

I will reach out prior to our trip to confirm details, yet am always available for questions.

-Fishing License Required for ages 16 and older
-Wear quick-dry clothing in neutral/earth tones (no bright colors)
-Recommended to bring water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, etc.

Get in touch today and start planning your unforgettable day on the water!

Get on the water with 'Tight Line Lyle' to experience the majesty of Yosemite National Park and Sierra Nevada rivers like never before by starting your fly fishing journey, or taking your game to the next level. Your adventure awaits, book now!

Our watershed is loaded with wild Trout and provide opportunities a short walk from the car, or all the way to backcountry waters at high elevation where you rarely see another person much less another angler, not to mention the productive honey holes only a local expert can show you.

The fly fishing kool-aid will be pouring out of the firehose of fishy knowledge, it will be up to you to decide how deeply to drink. The number 1 goal of every trip is safety, followed by having fun and catching fish; the 3rd goal, as important as the 2nd is YOU WILL LEARN TO FLY FISH! Experienced fly anglers should expect to add new dimensions to their game and tools to their box.

Rainbows, Browns, & Brook Trout and more, and more can be found, depending on conditions and location. Any fish you catch will be released; many areas restrict harvesting fish. We hope you will come to love/appreciate our wild and native Trout & keep'em alive and wet!

We welcome large groups as large as 12-24+ (advanced notice preferred). You'll be fishing without a boat, so expect to make your way on foot at least part of the time and come dressed for current weather conditions.

In most cases transportation is not provided, expect to meet at the fishing grounds and drive between fishing locations as needed. We offer walk/wade fly fishing. Float/drift trips are not permitted by park regulations or offered.

I will reach out prior to our trip to confirm details, yet am always available for questions.

-Fishing License Required for ages 16 and older
-Wear quick-dry clothing in neutral/earth tones (no bright colors)
-Recommended to bring water, snacks, sunscreen, bug spray, etc.

Get in touch today and start planning your unforgettable day on the water!

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Rating

5.0
16 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (19)

All reviews (16)

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Elena Malysheva
Elena Malysheva
Repeat angler
us
Chicago, IL, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Wonderful trip
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on September 12, 20253 adults
Lyle has been a wonderful guide and made this trip a truly unique experience. For context, we are inexperienced fishermen so even basic routines were a bit unfamiliar to us but Lyle has been patient and thorough in explaining everything from a proper technique for casting a line, to tying knots and choosing a proper bait. Overall instructions were clear, precise, and with quite a bit of humor interjected in-between to make the learning process as fun as possible. I’m especially thankful for his consideration of my parents’ limited ability to converse in English and explaining things as clearly as he could. I hope we can meet again in the future and catch some bigger fish. Thank you!
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Christy Davie
Christy Davie
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Lyle was great! Would highly recommend
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on April 22, 20262 adults
Great morning with Lyle-would highly recommend. we hooked up a couple of times just couldnt bring it in bit good spot and easy for new anglers. beautiful location and Lyle was very patient with us. Trio is great for all ages. If you want to learn abouy fly fishing Lyle is your Captain!
Nicolas Savoia
Nicolas Savoia
us
California, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Lyle
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on December 30, 20254 adults
Lyle was amazing! He was able to very effectively teach my brother and I amazing amounts of flyfishing knowledge that will stay with me for life. I highly recommend him. Thank you Lyle!
Benjamin Duvall
Benjamin Duvall
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Our Fishing Adventure
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on July 28, 20252 adults
Lyle was a fun and very entertaining fishing guide. Very knowledgable and was able to put my son and I on fish. It was a trip that my son and I will always remember.
Response from Captain
August 26, 2025
Thanks again for coming out and for the kind review Ben!! Had such a great time with you and Beau and Im so glad to hear it was an unforgettable day for you both. He’s definitely the type thats cut out for the flyfishing life!! I hope to stay in touch and hear that he’s still “drinking the kool-aid” with you for years to come. 🙂🤘🏻🎣
Steve Hines
Steve Hines
Repeat angler
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
0
4.3
Verified
Lots of Water Covered
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on April 18, 20261 adult
great guide and coach for fly fishing on the Merced. highly recommended

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River
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US $550
Private tour: 2 people
Full Day Fly Fishing - Merced River
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
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US $735
Private tour: 2 people
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Rating

5.0
16 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (19)

All reviews (16)

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Showing 15 of 16 reviews
Elena Malysheva
Elena Malysheva
Repeat angler
us
Chicago, IL, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Wonderful trip
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on September 12, 20253 adults
Lyle has been a wonderful guide and made this trip a truly unique experience. For context, we are inexperienced fishermen so even basic routines were a bit unfamiliar to us but Lyle has been patient and thorough in explaining everything from a proper technique for casting a line, to tying knots and choosing a proper bait. Overall instructions were clear, precise, and with quite a bit of humor interjected in-between to make the learning process as fun as possible. I’m especially thankful for his consideration of my parents’ limited ability to converse in English and explaining things as clearly as he could. I hope we can meet again in the future and catch some bigger fish. Thank you!
Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Christy Davie
Christy Davie
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Lyle was great! Would highly recommend
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on April 22, 20262 adults
Great morning with Lyle-would highly recommend. we hooked up a couple of times just couldnt bring it in bit good spot and easy for new anglers. beautiful location and Lyle was very patient with us. Trio is great for all ages. If you want to learn abouy fly fishing Lyle is your Captain!
Nicolas Savoia
Nicolas Savoia
us
California, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Lyle
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on December 30, 20254 adults
Lyle was amazing! He was able to very effectively teach my brother and I amazing amounts of flyfishing knowledge that will stay with me for life. I highly recommend him. Thank you Lyle!
Benjamin Duvall
Benjamin Duvall
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
1
5.0
Verified
Our Fishing Adventure
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on July 28, 20252 adults
Lyle was a fun and very entertaining fishing guide. Very knowledgable and was able to put my son and I on fish. It was a trip that my son and I will always remember.
Response from Captain
August 26, 2025
Thanks again for coming out and for the kind review Ben!! Had such a great time with you and Beau and Im so glad to hear it was an unforgettable day for you both. He’s definitely the type thats cut out for the flyfishing life!! I hope to stay in touch and hear that he’s still “drinking the kool-aid” with you for years to come. 🙂🤘🏻🎣
Steve Hines
Steve Hines
Repeat angler
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
0
4.3
Verified
Lots of Water Covered
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on April 18, 20261 adult
great guide and coach for fly fishing on the Merced. highly recommended

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