Vallecito Camping and Fishing - 11 Mile Hike up a Mountain - McFly Angler Episode 21

I went to Vallecito lake to do some pike fishing, however the pike had finished their spawn, and went in deep. So during the camping trip, I heard of a beautiful hike up to a mountain stream that proved to be something I needed to conquer. I tried hiking it the first day, and got about 5-6 miles up the mountain before it started thundering and raining. So I tried it the next day, and made it a full 11 miles up to where the river was a bit slower. Even though I didn't catch any fish, the hike itself was worth it, and the scenery was stunning. Probably one of the most beautiful and dramatic places I have ever been. The river cut into the mountainside and created a breathtaking hike.

Even though I didn't catch fish, camping is so relaxing and sorta a reset for life. I love getting out there as often as possible. There was a study that proved camping without any electronics for a 24 hour period can help reset your body clock, and help you sleep sound. This is what it does for me.

Vallecito lake is absolutely beautiful, set in a valley surrounded by amazing mountains.

Many of you have asked for lists of the gear I use in each of my videos. Here is a list of everything I can think of that I used during this trip, with links to where I bought them, or places I think have them for great deals.

Camping Equipment
Tent: Kelty Solada 2 - http://amzn.to/2szbd0V
Backpack: http://amzn.to/2rtBtoN
Sleeping Bag: http://www.big5sportinggoods.com/store/details/Suisse%20Sport+3-lb.-Alpine-Mummy-Sleeping-Bag/0720131130040/_/A-5309745#.WUCeycaZN0s
Knife: Tops B.O.B. - http://amzn.to/2smidOc
Fire Steel: http://amzn.to/2t07Mh8
Cook Set: http://www.sportsmanswarehouse.com/sportsmans/GSI-Enamelware-Straight-Pot-Blue/productDetail/Pots/prod72269/cat110127

Fishing Gear
Sage Method 9' 6wt: http://amzn.to/2smfKDn
TFO Pro II 8wt 9': http://amzn.to/2rg2ixq
Sage 3250: http://amzn.to/2rp29vK
Sage 2250: http://amzn.to/2tjUWd5
Sage 3880: (discontinued reel and hard to find for sale online)
Vest: http://amzn.to/2rtDLnT
Neck Gator: http://amzn.to/2rptA8R
Fishing Gloves: http://amzn.to/2rp1Zod
Net: https://www.modernflyfisher.com/store/trout-net-14-handle-
Streamer Box: http://amzn.to/2smx9Mn
Fly Box: http://amzn.to/2syvvYm

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