Wes provides fun, instructional guided trout trips. Wether you are an experienced angler looking to improve your trolling skills, or a novice just out to catch some fish with the family, Wes will set you on the path to success based on his 30+ years of experience on the water.
CA Licensed and Bonded
USCG Licensed Captain
CPR/AED Certified
Alcohol and Drug Free operation
Collins LAke Resort
Largest Rainbow Trout in California
Collins Lake is nestled in the beautiful California gold country foothills just over an hour Northeast of Sacramento between Marysville and Grass Valley.
More than 50,000 trout are planted every fall/ spring, which means Collins Lake has the largest private planting program North of Sacramento. Thousands of these trout are trophy sized, planted at 3 to 8 pounds and growing even larger. Collins Lake is among the best fishing lakes in California.
The Collins Lake Resort facility includes RV hookups, boat launch, marina and boat rentals, a big sand swimming beach, children's playground, beach volleyball, shady picnic area, general store, laundry and hot showers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach us at anglingwes@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
We typically meet between 6-7am depending on the season. A typical day is until 2-3pm or when limits are caught.
All fishing gear is provided. Every person on the boat must have a valid CA fishing license. You can bring snacks and drinks for the day. There is plenty of room for a small cooler/ bag. Dress in layers and pack sunscreen.
*No alcohol is permitted on the boat.*
Yes! We will clean and bag your catch at the end of the trip. You may want to have a cooler with ice in your vehicle for the trip home.
For most of the year, we troll for trout. Trolling is a very effective way to catch numbers of trout and allows us to run a variety of tackle. During the winter months, we anchor the boat and fish with bait.
Fish With Wes
Fish With Wes
Fish With Wes
Wes provides fun, instructional guided trout trips. Wether you are an experienced angler looking to improve your trolling skills, or a novice just out to catch some fish with the family, Wes will set you on the path to success based on his 30+ years of on the water experience.
CA Licensed and Bonded
USCG Licensed Captain
CPR/AED Certified
Alcohol and Drug Free operation
Where We Fish
Fish With Wes
Fish With Wes
Collins Lake is a gem of a fishery located just north of Sacramento. The lake is heavily stocked with Lassen Rainbows, including trophy class 'bows and Lightening Trout up to 8+ pounds.
The 1600 acre lake and recreation area has 12+ miles of shoreline, nestled in the beautiful California gold country foothills just over an hour North East of Sacramento between Marysville and Grass Valley.
The Boat
Fish With Wes
The Boat
We fish out of a 20′ Pontoon rigged specifically for comfort and fishability. The boat offers TONS of room to stand and sit comfortably on a wide, stable, and secure platform.
Garmin Sonar Units
Cannon Downriggers
Minn Kota Trolling Motor
2 Livewells/ Cold Storage
Washdown System
8′ High Canopy
Dry Storage Locker for Personal Items
USB Charging
We fish out of a 20′ Pontoon rigged specifically for comfort and fishability. The boat offers TONS of room to stand and sit comfortably on a wide, stable, and secure platform.
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