Tight Line Therapy – Mariposa 

5.0/5 (14 reviews)
 5004 California 140, Mariposa, CA 95338, United States

Tight Line Therapy – Mariposa 

5.0/5 (14 reviews)
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5004 California 140
Mariposa, CA, United States

Get on the water with "Tight Line Lyle" to experience the majesty of the Sierra Nevada like never before by starting your fly fishing journey, or taking your game to the next level.  Book now to take advantage of our limited time, off season pricing discount!

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. I will reach out a few days 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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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 14 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (16)

Our Fishing Adventure
Our Fishing Adventure
Amazing Time!
+13

Angler rating

14
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0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

90%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews
Showing: 5 of 14 reviews
Elena Malysheva
Elena Malysheva
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)
1
Nicolas Savoia
Nicolas Savoia
5.0
Verified
New
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!
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Benjamin Duvall
Benjamin Duvall
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. 🙂🤘🏻🎣
1
John MacGregor
John MacGregor
5.0
Verified
Lyle was great
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on August 7, 20251 adult
I’m a novice and he was a great teacher.
1
Elliot Slater
Elliot Slater
5.0
Verified
Once in a lifetime experience
Full Day Fly Fishing - Merced River on May 18, 20252 adults
Lyle is extremely passionate about fly fishing and is equally a guide and a coach, some of the most serene backdrops you could ever wet a line in. Highly recommend
Reported catch:
Brown Trout
1

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
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US $500
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 $625
Private tour: 2 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 14 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (16)

Our Fishing Adventure
Our Fishing Adventure
Amazing Time!
+13

Angler rating

14
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

90%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

93%

Showing 1 - 5 of 14 reviews
Showing: 5 of 14 reviews
Elena Malysheva
Elena Malysheva
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)
1
Nicolas Savoia
Nicolas Savoia
5.0
Verified
New
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!
0
Benjamin Duvall
Benjamin Duvall
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. 🙂🤘🏻🎣
1
John MacGregor
John MacGregor
5.0
Verified
Lyle was great
Half Day Fly Fishing – Merced River on August 7, 20251 adult
I’m a novice and he was a great teacher.
1
Elliot Slater
Elliot Slater
5.0
Verified
Once in a lifetime experience
Full Day Fly Fishing - Merced River on May 18, 20252 adults
Lyle is extremely passionate about fly fishing and is equally a guide and a coach, some of the most serene backdrops you could ever wet a line in. Highly recommend
Reported catch:
Brown Trout
1

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