Guided Fishing Trips with Bart Lombardo
Interested in a guided fishing trip?
I have been guiding fly-fishing anglers on New Jersey trout streams since 2012. I currently guide out of South Branch Outfitters in Califon, NJ. I provide walk/wade trips on many New Jersey trout streams, including the South Branch of the Raritan River and the Musconetcong River.
Specializing in: Beginner Instruction, General and Euro Nymphing Techniques, Streamer Tactics, Dry Fly Tactics, Tenkara, Small Stream Wild Trout, Smallmouth Bass, Warmwater Fly Fishing for Bass and Panfish
Trout fishing trips are available from October through June. During the warmer months, the focus shifts to bass (largemouth and smallmouth) and panfish.
Public and Private water trips are available.
Current Rates: All trips are 1/2 day (maximum two anglers)
Public Water (South Branch Of the Raritan & Muscenetcong Rivers):
One Person = $225
Two people = $275
Private Water (Raritan Inn Private Water on the South Branch). The Raritan Inn’s Private Waters is a one-mile stretch of the South Branch Of The Raritan River, offering some of the best trout fishing New Jersey has to offer. The manicured waters are easy to wade and hold impressive numbers of large brown and rainbow trout. Fishing the waters of the Raritan Inn’s Private Waters is always a great experience!
One Person = $325
Two People = $475
Gear rental is available through South Branch Outfitters
Now booking trips for 2025! There are also a few dates available for the remainder of 2024.
Fly Casting Instruction is also available!
Testimonials:
"Bart Lombardo is just the best. Unbelievable teacher and guide. I told him that I have fished all over the world and the American west. No guide was better. He’s a gem!!"
“Today was just what I was hoping for, good instruction and information and a couple of nice fish in the net. Thanks.”
“I cannot say enough good things about this experience. Bart is an extremely knowledgeable and patient guide. I am a very green fly fisherman and Bart took as much time as I needed to get spun up.”
“This is my second trip out on the South Branch this year with Bart and I cannot say enough good things. His level of patience and knowledge. He takes the time to explain how to fish it but why it works. Will book again!”
“Had an absolute blast yesterday with Bart on the river. Landed on some beautiful wild browns”
“It was a wonderful day. I learned a lot, Bart was very patient with my fumbling around with my casting. He was generous with information on fishing in the area and taught me a lot of things I can use on my own. It was a complete success. I’m glad I did it. I learned more in one morning than I have in years on my own. I’ll certainly be back for more! I’m glad he’s on your team! It was a privilege to fish with him. And you guys did a great job too. Good communication and easy process. I know why people speak so highly of you.”
South Branch Outfitters
74 Main Street
Califon, NJ 07830
(908) 867-8067
