About Your Guide

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Scott Macdonald

Independent Guide 42 years of exp.
Instructional
Scott has been fly fishing the Kings River and th waters around the Sequoia National Forest for over 20 years! He is professional guide specializing in fly fishing the Kings River and his deep local knowledge of the area is unequaled. Scott is a graduate of the Clearwater Guide School in Northern California living and working full time at Hume Lake Christian Camps.

The Kings River is Scott's favorite freestone river absolutely full of Rainbow and Brown Trout and around every bend is a spectacular view to take in.

Scott is a great teacher and guide for any skill level. It doesn't matter if you're new to fly fishing and want to learn the sport, or you're already comfortable with your skill, Scott loves sharing his passion for fly fishing with first timers or talking shop about the local bugs and how to fish them with the experts.

Any day on the river with Scott is a memorable experience full of fun, laughter, and positivity! Oh, and lots of fish!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Scott Macdonald

Scott Macdonald

Independent Guide 42 years of exp.
Scott has been fly fishing the Kings River and th waters around the Sequoia National Forest for over 20 years! He is professional guide specializing in fly fishing the Kings River and his deep local knowledge of the area is unequaled. Scott is a graduate of the Clearwater Guide School in Northern California living and working full time at Hume Lake Christian Camps.

The Kings River is Scott's favorite freestone river absolutely full of Rainbow and Brown Trout and around every bend is a spectacular view to take in.

Scott is a great teacher and guide for any skill level. It doesn't matter if you're new to fly fishing and want to learn the sport, or you're already comfortable with your skill, Scott loves sharing his passion for fly fishing with first timers or talking shop about the local bugs and how to fish them with the experts.

Any day on the river with Scott is a memorable experience full of fun, laughter, and positivity! Oh, and lots of fish!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
17.88 lahontan cutthroat trout
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Breakfast!
Whats your favorite band?
The Cars
Whats your favorite movie?
Star Wars

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
17.88 lahontan cutthroat trout
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Breakfast!
Whats your favorite band?
The Cars
Whats your favorite movie?
Star Wars
Whats your favorite sports team?
Broncos
Whats your drink of choice?
Diet Coke
What was your last halloween costume?
N/A
What do you want for Christmas this year?
More guests for next year.
How did you get started guiding?
I got started guiding after I went to the Clearwater Guide school.
What makes you different from other guides?
I’m the only guide around here with a NFS Permit. I love doing all types of fly fishing. I enjoy teaching. And we will have a great time.
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Recent Reviews of Kings River Fly Guide

5.0
based on 2 reviews

Carl

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Fantastic guide. Couldn't recommend more. Took the time to show us the art of fly fishing and the South Fork of the King's River.

You won't go wrong with Scott!

Carl

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Fantastic guide. Couldn't recommend more. Took the time to show us the art of fly fishing and the South Fork of the King's River.

You won't go wrong with Scott!
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Luis

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Great time with a great and extremely knowledgeable guide. Thanks Scott

Luis

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Great time with a great and extremely knowledgeable guide. Thanks Scott
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