Current Water Conditions

Flows on the Little Truckee between Stampede and Boca have leveled out for now, but are still high at approximately 304 CFS. Conditions are favorable for wading and the water clarity is clear. The best time to head out there is still early morning when water temperatures are more optimal for the fish. 

Water Temperatures

Water temps are averaging in the low to mid 50s°F. Temperatures won’t change much for the rest of the season with this being a tailwater.

Hatches

Anglers will see a variety of pale morning duns, midges, and green drakes hatching in the mornings and evenings. Green drakes are more prominent in the evenings.

Effective Tactics

Anglers can have success with both indicator nymphing or dry fly fishing on the Little Truckee River right now. Nymphing with an indicator in the deeper pools with nymphs like Zebra Midges, San Juan Worms, or Glowbugs can produce some bites. In the mornings and evenings, fish are rising and dry fly fishing with midges and green drakes can also produce some nice fish. With the trout spawn just finishing recently, please be mindful of the reds while fishing.

Catch Report

Fish are spread throughout the system with the higher water levels. Both the upper and lower Little Truckee River can produce fish. 

Fly Box Must-Haves

• Green Drakes
• Midges (#18-22)
• Small San Juan Worms in Purple or Pink
• Flossy Worms
• Bird’s Nest
• Glowbugs
• Zebra Midges Black (#20)
• Pat’s Rubber Legs Light Brown (#10)
• Yellow Sallies
• Caddis
• Pale Morning Duns in Pink and Yellow (#14-20)