Tight Line Therapy – Yosemite | Groveland
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 fishing trips, floating/drift trips are not offered or permitted by regulations. We accomodate those with mobility issues on easier to access sections of our waters.
-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 fishing trips, floating/drift trips are not offered or permitted by regulations. We accomodate those with mobility issues on easier to access sections of our waters.
-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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Lyle Burlingame was an awesome guide for our day of fishing on the Merced in the Yosemite valley. My wife and I have never fly fished so before we ever got near the river, Lyle gave us a detailed hands on lesson on the techniques needed to fish in the parking lot. His teaching method was simple to follow with key thoughts on the mechanics of how to use the rod. Lyle is very passionate about fly fishing and teaching his craft to others. This becomes very clear through his stories about his previous teachers and other clients that he has guided in the past. Lyle is incredibly patient and professional. Any time my wife or I would struggle with any element of the fishing he would be right there with an encouraging word or suggestion on how we could improve. He had all of the necessary gear and equipment, including boots and waders that fit perfectly. We had an amazing time and cannot recommend Lyle enough.
Lyle was a great guide with a wonderful personality. we had a great time learning to fly fish.

Thank you so much Renee! I had a wonderful time with you guys. Hope you have a fantastic rest of your trip and keep Fly fishing!

Run, don't walk toward a flyfishing adventure with Lyle, a standout guide who knows and loves his stuff. He got my group -- mixed ages and abilities -- into gorgeous water and, as importantly, foregrounded our time together in teaching technique and skills to both newbies and the advanced fisherman among us. In this way Lyle is a genuine pro: he is an excellent teacher AND guide. His knowledge and enthusiasm are infectious. Highly recommend. I learned a ton and caught fish and can't wait to get back out there with a rod!

We had a great time. This was the first time fly fishing and Lyle was awesome with teaching. Would highly recommend him.

Thanks Chris, so glad you and the family had a good trip!! Hope you guys all keep fishing!!
