Since 1998, JD Richey Sportfishing has offered premier, fully guided charters where beginners, kids and seasoned pros alike feel right at home.
With Captain JD Richey at the helm—a USCG-licensed skipper and 2024 California Outdoor Hall of Fame inductee—you get decades of hard-earned local knowledge combined with a patient, enthusiastic approach.
From chasing giant Pyramid Lake Cutthroat Trout to dialing in the Mackinaw and Kokanee bite on Lake Tahoe, we specialize in putting your family on the fish in a fun, safe, and world-class environment.
OUR FISHING TRIPS
LAKE TAHOE FISHING CHARTERS
• APRIL 1 to SEPTEMBER 1 •

EPIC FISHING, WORLD FAMOUS VIEWS
Lake Tahoe isn't just one of the most stunning places on the planet—it’s a world-class fishery. Whether we’re chasing jumbo-sized Mackinaw, explosive Rainbow, Brown or Cutthroat Trout -- or acrobatic Kokanee Salmon, you’re in for a heck of a fun trip and a masterclass in light-tackle angling.
With us, every hook-up is an absolute blast and every view is a postcard.
PYRAMID LAKE FISHING CHARTERS
• OCTOBER 1 to MARCH 31 •

READY TO CATCH YOUR BIGGEST TROUT EVER?
Home to the largest Cutthroat Trout on Planet Earth, Pyramid Lake should definitely be on your bucket list. Ten pound trout are common, 20 pounders are caught weekly and fish to 30 pounds are possible here.
When you fish Pyramid Lake with JD, it's pretty likely you'll encounter the largest trout of your life!


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FAMILY FRIENDLY & SAFE: Patient, enthusiastic instruction perfect for kids, beginners, and seasoned anglers alike aboard a secure, comfortable vessel.
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EXPERIENCE: JD is a US Coast Guard-licensed Captain and has run guided fishing trips from CA to Alaska full time since 1998. Plus, he's just a fun guy to hang out with! :)
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FUN IS THE PRIORITY: Our goal is to provide a professional, yet laid back environment in which a good time for all is always the priority.
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TOP QUALITY GEAR: We always have new, top of the line gear on board that's perfect for the fishing style of the day. Light Tackle is our speciality!
WHY FISH WITH US?
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY...

My first trip with JD was in 1999 and I've been going several times a year from California to Alaska ever since! All I can say is he is TOP NOTCH! Literally the best of the best!
Ron Milam Bend, OR

“JD is the best guide I’ve ever fished with over 2 decades. He’s got an uncanny sense that pulls fish out of the most surprising places. He’s incredibly knowledgeable, great with my kids, is dedicated to the resource, and unwavering with integrity.”
Vince Thompson Loomis, CA

“I have been fishing with JD for over a decade, all up and down the State of California, for more species than I can easily list. JD is the most knowledgable and talented fisherman I’ve ever known and I’d venture one of the best in the State. If there’s a bite out there, he’ll find it!
Matt Steiger El Cajon, CA





