Going on a mountain fishing trip will surely make you memories that can last for a lifetime. From the wild trout to the crystal clear water and fresh air, and of course towering mountain peaks, fishing trips can deliver you all of the best experience nature has to offer.
Since you will be surrounded by nature, the best thing to do is to go prepared with the right gear and clothing to make use of every moment of your trip to the fullest. No matter if you are going alone or you have your fishing guide, some things are important to bring along. Here is some advice on what items are essential and will make your fishing trip easier.
Essential Gear
When going on a mountain fishing trip, it would be wise to consider all possible gear that will serve you most efficiently. Meaning, not only rods and reels, which are needed of course but other items as well. You certainly do not want to make your trip a short one by carrying limited gear items and make your whole experience short.
After all, you would want to catch more fish for as long as possible. Naturally, if you are a beginner, you could always seek advice from an experienced fisher, although this list of a couple of items that will be of great use can help. While on a mountain fishing trip, you should bring:
Felt-Free Boots
Flies
Fly Boxes
Fly floatant
Forceps
Leaders
Nippers
Reel
Rod
Spool
Strike indicators
Tippet
Vest
Waders
Wading Staff
Water Bottle
Have a Tent
It would always be wise to have a tent while out fishing, especially if on a mountain.
Even if you are the one who likes to sleep under the stars, it would be recommended to not follow your wish. No matter if the tent is optimized for one person or more, you would also need to have other accessories like tent poles, rope, stakes, and rain fly as well. The reason being, resting on a bed made out of moss and leaves while looking at the night sky might sound fun, the reality is quite the opposite. You might feel cold while you sleep since the temperature may drop and it will not be as warm as it was during the day. Sometimes, the drops can be even more than 20 degrees. Also, it is important to keep in mind that many insects are most active at night. So, adding a sleeping bag and a nice pillow will not make your fishing experience as difficult and uncomfortable.
Exposure to these elements, cold, bad weather, and insects, can be tiring and overwhelming in a bad way. For that reason, it would be best to come prepared.
The Knife
One of the ultimate multipurpose tools you will need on your fishing trip is a pocket knife. it can be used for various things like timing rope, cutting a fishing line, dicing bait, or even for slicing sausages and cheese you have brought with you for the first night. Without it, it is difficult to do such tasks, if not, impossible even. Leaving your knife at home might leave you to feel frustrated especially if the mountain you chose is not close by so you could easily go back.
Do I Need a Map?
Since your fishing trip is in a remote area near the mountainside, it would be wise to bring a GPS system, map, or compass with you. The sun’s position is constantly changing which can make the natural landscape, especially if you are surrounded by forest, a bit too disorienting. Fishermen which are unprepared occasionally can wander for days in the woods before finding their way back to civilization. Being stranded or getting lost in nature, especially if you have a limited supply of water is not a desirable experience to find yourself in. Especially since it can be dangerous.
It can be an amazing adventure to spend a week fishing on a beautiful mountainside. Whether the experience is good or bad, it would be determined by what you have brought along and what you have packed for the trip.
That being said, having the essentials for every fishing trip, besides the rod and other fishing gear, means that your quiet and peaceful time will not end up with you getting lost or worse. No matter if you are just a beginner on a professional fisherman, it would be wise to not leave your home before doing your research on what gear is important to have. After that, all there is to say is happy fishing!
