Lower Salmon River Fishing Report – Browns & Steelhead on the Swing

  We’ve been seeing some solid action on the lower Salmon River lately, with a good mix of brown trout and steelhead showing in the pools. Right now, you’ll likely need to fish through a few browns before connecting with a steelhead—but that’s not a bad problem to have. Both species are actively taking swung […]

Book a Spring Steelhead Fly Fishing Trip in New York

    Spring offers some of the most enjoyable steelhead fly fishing in Upstate New York, with rising water temps, active fish, and lighter pressure than the fall season. Paul’s Guide Service provides guided spring steelhead trips on the Salmon River, offering both Spey fishing and single-hand fly fishing trips. If you’re new to steelhead […]

Experience the Thrill of Fly Fishing for Smallmouth Bass on the Salmon River, NY

Looking for an exciting new angling adventure this season? Join us for a guided fly fishing trip for smallmouth bass on the Salmon River in Upstate NY! Known for its world-class salmon and steelhead runs, the Salmon River also boasts an incredible smallmouth bass fishery that peaks during the warmer months. Our experienced guides will […]

Trout Fishing

  Trout fishing remains good throughout CNY and Adirondacks. There has been plenty of bugs coming off for the dry fly fisherman and early mornings the nymphing/streamer game is really good.  We’ve been floating the West Canada Creek recently and having some good days. For the trout spey angler swinging #10 -#14 soft hackles and […]

Trout Trips – Float Trips

  Fly Fishing Float Trips on West Canada Creek: A New Adventure for 2024! At Paul’s Guide Service, we are thrilled to announce an exciting addition to our range of outdoor experiences for the coming year. As of 2024, we are introducing guided fly fishing float trips on the majestic West Canada Creek, utilizing our […]

Fall Season

The fall season is approaching quickly and it won’t be long before the first push of salmon will enter the river. Open Dates – Due to cancellations I only have September 18, 19 & November 7th open all fall.  If your looking to book a trip for any of these dates, I suggest not to […]

Guided Trips & Fishing

Pauls Guide Service, Spey salmon river.

NYS has put a temporary ban on guiding in New York under the “PAUSE Executive Order” until further notice.   While we have already stopped doing any trips before this went into effect for everyone’s safety, we’re still are booking trips for the fall.  This it a tough time for all of us and I’ve been […]

Winter Special

Paul’s Guide Service and the Douglaston Salmon Run have teamed up again for a Winter Special now thru March 31, 2019. To book it or more information send me a message or e-mail me here.

It’s a Wrap

  Steelhead Season is a wrap. I want to thank all my clients for a great season and looking forward to seeing you all next season.  If you haven’t already booked your dates for the upcoming fall, now is the time to book your dates so you don’t miss out on a great season.

Salmon River Falls

    A couple of drone shots of the Salmon River Falls. If you have never stop to check out this 110 foot waterfall, your missing out.  Stop by and check it out next  fishing trip.