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Rainbow action has been doing well NEW

by DOUG BUSEY

Not much Mac action to report this week. But the rainbow action has been doing well on the east side of the lake with a dodger and a nightcrawler. The rainbows have all been in the 16" range. For more information, go to Rubyjeancharters.com or call 775-233-5055.

The lake has dropped again, but the county ramp is still open and very usable NEW

by DOUG BUSEY

The lake has dropped again, but the county ramp is still open and very usable. Small boats use the center dock, while the taller boats use the right dock. Renee and I fished a few hours last week, with nine fish to the boat and lost about another 10. Rapalas were the ticket, and the early morning bite was on. After 1 or 2 p.m., the

Most of the fish are currently deep, around 70 to 80 feet in depth in the thermocline

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

The fishing season at Pyramid Lake is now open. Most of the fish are currently deep, around 70 to 80 feet in depth in the thermocline. Cloudy and stormy days can provide some of the better opportunities, making changing weather patterns worth watching when planning a trip. Right now, downriggers and boat anglers are having the most success with fish this deep. Another effective way

Depending on where anglers are fishing, multiple tactics can provide some bites right now

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Truckee River flows are measuring around 75 CFS out of Tahoe City, 70 CFS through the town of Truckee, 95 CFS near Glenshire, and 371 CFS at Farad. The flows are average for this time of year and the water clarity is clear. Glenshire to the stateline is the best section to fish with the flows higher in that area. Mornings and evenings

The recent reports at the lake describe the deep-water bite as hit or miss right now

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The recent reports at the lake describe the deep-water bite as hit or miss right now. Despite the colder days this week, the fish are still holding in that 40–60-foot range most consistently, and the best way to get into them will be using heavy jigs and a fish finder. Find the bait, and you’ll find the trout. The fish also appear to be a

The Truckee River is in its average fall flows right now

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The Truckee River is in its average fall flows right now, with Glenshire at only around 100 CFS, and the canyon around 400. The upper section of river will be a good place to throw dry dropper set ups and fish any of the deeper runs you can find. There are plenty of fish up here and it will still fish good despite the low

Quality Over Quantity

by PYRAMID FLY CO.

The season is finally underway. What a long 3 months. Why are we so excited ? We live Pyramid Lake, it’s in our blood. Why so ? Pyramid Lake is the Home of the Worlds Largest Cutthroat Trout. The season started off slower then previous openers with quality ruling over quantity for fly fisherman. Large concentrations of Tui Chubs can be seen all throughout the lake.

The Lahontans are eating chubs now

by THE FLY SHOP

Fishing conditions: Fair to Good Report: While it has opened for the season, fish will be pretty deep, think 30 feet deep. The Lahontans are eating chubs now. If you want to go after them, keep your ladder in the storage shed and bring a boat, 30' of T-18 and a pile of ZT's Pyramid Minnows in Tui Chub. Balanced Leeches under an indicator will be a

It has begun!

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

It has begun! While the opener this year maybe wasn’t as good as years past, there were still countless 20+ pound fish caught in just the first week alone and overall things are looking promising for another excellent year at the lake. There are two main methods of finding fish on fly gear out here right now. Both involve a boat, electronics and persistence. While

We have seen the streamer bite pick up this week

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The Truckee has seen continued good temps and good flows this week, despite the warmer weather and the slight drop out of Boca, going from 300 CFS down to 200. This will lower the canyon slightly but won’t be enough to make much of a difference to the fishing. It will, however, make for rafting in that section to be a bit spotty and anyone

Fishing has been getting better as the temperatures drop

by DOUG BUSEY

Fishing has been getting better as the temperatures drop. The mackinaw bite has picked up around the Camp Richardson area to Dollar Point. Many anglers have been doing well on the Tahoe shelf with a dodger and a live minnow. For the Kokanee, they typically school up in the deeper holes by Taylor Creek, getting ready to spawn. Vertical jigging with a blue/white or pink/white jig

Topaz Lake Fishing Report

by DOUG BUSEY

Renee and I fished the lake just before our trip and caught 18 nice trout up to 14 inches. The lake level has dropped a little. We fished the whole lake and could see fish everywhere. I usually throw flies and have great luck on the lake. This trip, nada! Meaning, not a one would touch my flies. So we went to trolling perch and

It’s here! The start of the 26/27 Pyramid season has begun

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

t’s here! The start of the 26/27 Pyramid season has begun. We are excited/hopeful for another excellent year at the lake! If the rumors of the super La Nina/El Nino are true, we should expect a truly amazing year out here, as this fishery is one of the few in the world that just appears to be getting better and better every year, and the

The Truckee has been fishing quite well this week

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The Truckee has been fishing quite well this week along most stretches of river due to good water temps just about everywhere right now, except from Lockwood downstream, where the persistent warm water coming out of Steamboat Creek has been keeping that section a bit too warm still. We would also recommend fishing anywhere from Hirschdale downstream, where the flows would be at their best.

Streamer Clinic, October 18th, 2026

by MATT KOLES

Streamer Clinic - October 18th Streamer Clinic covering floating lines, sinking lines, wighted streamers, and unweighted steamers. We will primarily focus on floating lines and wighted streamers as it apples to the wading angler on the Truckee River. My style is mostly weighted steamers, and floating lines. I'll show you how to catch these big fish, brown trouts that swim in the Truckee River. We will learn to

As Lake Tahoe transitions into fall, fish will begin moving closer to shore

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

As Lake Tahoe transitions into fall, fish will begin moving closer to shore in preparation for the winter season. Shore anglers should focus on rocky points that provide quick access to deeper water, giving trout an easy transition between depths and providing anglers with better opportunities. Cloudy days can also produce improved fishing conditions as the season progresses and temperatures continue to cool. Anyone planning

The fishing season at Pyramid Lake opens this weekend

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

The fishing season at Pyramid Lake opens this wekeend, October 1, with fishing typically improving as conditions transition toward winter. Cloudy and stormy days can provide some of the better opportunities, making changing weather patterns worth watching when planning a trip. Early in the season, most fish are still holding in deeper water, which can make shore fishing more challenging. As temperatures continue to cool,

Truckee River flows have dropped a good bit throughout the River

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Truckee River flows have dropped a good bit throughout the River, but this is expected for this time of year. Flows are measuring around 75 CFS out of Tahoe City, 72 CFS through the town of Truckee, 90 CFS near Glenshire, and 490 CFS at Farad. Because of this, Glenshire to the stateline is the best section to fish. Mornings and evenings are

Lake Tahoe Fishing Report

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

As conditions transition into fall, fish at Lake Tahoe will begin moving closer to shore in preparation for the winter season. Shore anglers can target trout from rocky points that provide quick access to deeper water, making these areas a good place to focus efforts. Cloudy days can also produce better fishing conditions as the season progresses. Anyone planning to fish Lake Tahoe should check

The fishing season at Pyramid Lake opens October 1

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

The fishing season at Pyramid Lake opens October 1, with fishing typically improving as conditions begin shifting toward winter. Cloudy and stormy days can provide some of the better opportunities, so anglers should keep an eye on changing weather patterns when planning a trip. Early in the season, most fish are still holding in deeper water, making shore fishing more challenging. Shore fishing generally begins

Truckee River flows have dropped a good bit through Tahoe city and the Town of Truckee

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Truckee River flows have dropped a good bit through Tahoe city and the Town of Truckee. Flows are measuring around 76 CFS out of Tahoe City, 65 CFS through the town of Truckee, 73 CFS near Glenshire, and 502 CFS at Farad. Most of the water coming into the Truckee River is coming out of Boca now. This is typical for this time

The flows along Glenshire have dropped and are sitting at around 100 CFS

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The flows along Glenshire have dropped and are sitting at around 100 CFS. This is typical for this time of year, and while still fishable, may be less than ideal for most methods other than dry fly fishing. That said, we have been seeing some noses lately, with the main bugs being midges and BWOs, and we also expect to see some October caddis around

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