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Fishing Report December 2025

by PYRAMID LAKE FLY FISHING
Pyramid is kicking out some toads. Well, it is Pyramid Lake, I guess. The weather has been amazing and the fall like temps keep hanging around. The water temp in the lake is way warmer than a normal December and
(More...) (Wednesday, December 10, 2025)

Angler Report: Topaz Lake

by FISH REPORTS STAFF
We fished Topaz on November 28 and had a slow morning, but things picked up around noon. We landed two fish at 12:00 and 12:45 while trolling Rapalas and casting small Kastmasters. The trolling fish weighed 4.4 pounds and measured
(More...) (Tuesday, December 9, 2025)

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"Pop Up," Streamer Clinic December 13th 2025

by MATT KOLES / Gilligan's Fly Service
Welp, the weather is a bit too nice for December here on the Truckee River. Lets have a Winter Streamer Clinic. Winter is a great time to get fish on streamers on the Truckee River. We'll go though the rods,
(More...) (Monday, December 8, 2025)

9.5 lb. Rainbow at Wild Horse Reservoir

by DOUG BUSEY / Carson Now
November was a month to remember for Carson area resident Lew Souder, who had been sheep hunting. While fishing at Wild Horse Reservoir in northern Elko County, Souder wasn’t having any luck on the water. He decided to hunt instead
(More...) (Saturday, December 6, 2025)

The cold nights have dropped the surface temps on the lake which has made for a bit more of a consistent bite this week

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
Even though we have not seen enough storms to really push the cutthroat in with any regularity, the cold nights have dropped the surface temps on the lake which has made for a bit more of a consistent bite this
(More...) (Friday, December 5, 2025)

The water temps are plummeting, and the clarity is improving

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
While the flows have stayed much the same on the Truckee for a while now, the water temps are plummeting, and the clarity is improving. This is due to some very cold mornings this week. When we get into these
(More...) (Friday, December 5, 2025)

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Due to freezing temperatures, the dock at the main boat ramp will be removed on December 8th

by SOUTH FORK STATE REC. AREA
PARK UPDATE Due to freezing temperatures, the dock at the main boat ramp will be removed on December 8th for the remainder of the season. Please use extra caution on the lake. We will continue to provide updates on the ice
(More...) (Thursday, December 4, 2025)

It is windy and cold, and that means the ancient lake is fishing well

by THE FLY SHOP
It is windy and cold, and that means the ancient lake is fishing well. The Lahontans are eating Tui chubs for the time being. Good flies would be Zach's Pyramid Minnow in Tui chub and white. Balanced Leeches tied in
(More...) (Wednesday, December 3, 2025)

Thin ice has formed in some coves

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Water temps have dipped into the low 40s. The boat dock has been removed from the water for the winter. Thin ice has formed in some coves, but is NOT safe for ice fishing, especially with warmer weather forecasted into
(More...) (Wednesday, December 3, 2025)

Decent mackinaw bite going on

by DOUG BUSEY / Carson Now
I checked in with Jason from Ruby Jean Charters today. He reports a decent Mackinaw bite. They were using live minnows behind blades — the fish weren’t hitting any of the lures. The mackinaw action picked up into midday as
(More...) (Wednesday, December 3, 2025)

The fishing at Willow Beach is going to be picking up now that trout are being stocked again

by ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT / Arizona Fish & Game Department
Willow Beach on Colorado River - The fishing at Willow Beach is going to be picking up now that trout are being stocked again. Those targeting trout do well with PowerBait, Power Eggs, and inline spinners. Those chasing striped bass are
(More...) (Sunday, November 30, 2025)

Striped bass are being found largely by trolling

by ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT / Arizona Fish & Game Department
Lake Mead has historically fished well this time of year. Striped bass are being found largely by trolling. Main lake points would be a good spot to start until a school is found. Swimbaits in white color schemes and anchovies
(More...) (Sunday, November 30, 2025)

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