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Kids Reel in Fun at Wilson Canyon

by FISH REPORTS STAFF

Levi and June spent Saturday fishing in the Wilson Canyon section of the West Walker River, where they reeled in a nice catch — one Rainbow Trout and one Brown Trout.

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We expect the shore fishing to commence in just a few more weeks

Pyramid Lake

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

In just a few short weeks of the opener, the fish have already become a slight bit weary to the heavy angling pressure and the bite using jigs has slowed. The bait balls are still around, but they are likely to break up before too much longer. Once this happens, there is often a short window of using slip indicators and balanced baitfish patterns fished

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The rain/snow mix this week did little to change the conditions on the Truckee

Truckee River

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The rain/snow mix this week did little to change the conditions on the Truckee. While there was a slight bump in flows, it has since dropped back to pre-storm levels. The water temps did also dip down a bit, hitting a high of 52 degrees on Tuesday. This should further spread fish out and put some of them in some slower water. Right now, the best

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Storms earlier in the week have cooled the lake down considerably

Pyramid Lake

by RENO FLY SHOP

Storms earlier in the week have cooled the lake down considerably. Surface temperatures last Friday were ending the day around 67°F. Yesterday (10/15/25) temps at 2:30pm were 61°. That dramatic change will definitely shock the fish for a day or two. The cooler surface temps though mean that shore fishing is picking up! Shore fishing has already been pretty good, not a lot of big fish

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Fall is in the air and the Truckee River is fishing quite well

Truckee River

by RENO FLY SHOP

Fall is in the air and the Truckee River is fishing quite well. With water temperatures dropping we anticipate brown trout to begin their spawn any day now. The Sparks gauge is showing water temperatures dipping below 50 degrees in the morning. Bug life has changed a bit since the last report. Fish are starting to eat smaller presentations including midges and small mayfly nymph patterns

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Macks are still holding around 50–150 feet deep

Lake Tahoe

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

On Lake Tahoe, most of the boat ramps have closed for the winter season, except for Sand Harbor, Pine Forest, and Cave Rock. Macks are still holding around 50–150 feet deep off the west shore, Cal Neva Hole, and South Lake. Trollers are finding trout 100 feet down along shoreline drop-offs. Shore anglers are getting a few bites in the mornings 20–30 feet from shore.

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Expect things to pick up as the weather shifts to winter conditions

Pyramid Lake

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

The season officially opened October 1st at Pyramid Lake. Early-season anglers should focus around Sand Hole and Shot Dog for shore casting, while boaters are finding success 70 feet deep near Hell’s Kitchen. The lake is turning over right now, so fishing has been slower. Expect things to pick up as the weather shifts to winter conditions.

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Flows on the Truckee River have settled nicely this week

Truckee River

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Flows on the Truckee River have settled nicely this week—holding around 76 CFS out of Tahoe City, 78 CFS through town, and 459 CFS at Farad. With lower upper flows, more trout are shifting toward the canyon stretch, which has been producing consistent action, especially during early mornings before the sun reaches the water. Weekday angler pressure remains light, providing plenty of room

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The lake was 70 F at the surface, but with the storms is cooling off rapidly

Pyramid Lake

by THE FLY SHOP

The lake opened and the fishing was very good. The lake was 70 F at the surface, but with the storms is cooling off rapidly. You will have to go deep to find willing partners. 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 lighter colors can work

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Fishing Report- October 2025

Pyramid Lake

by PYRAMID LAKE FLY FISHING

The opener at the lake was fantastic. The conditions set up perfectly for our early season tactics and our anglers had a blast! We did some extensive scouting before the season and located a large amount of bait. Not only the Tui Chubs which can reach 12 or 13 inches but a ton of Sacramento Pearch Frey hiding out above the ledge in very shallow

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Pyramid Lake Fishing Report

Pyramid Lake

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

With the colder weather to start off this year’s Pyramid Opener, the bait, and therefore the trout, were a bit more spread out. This means fewer big number days to start but is also a good sign of the shore bite starting a bit earlier this year. The average size of the fish has been on par with last year however, with a 28-pound fish

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The Truckee is seeing typical fall conditions right now

Truckee River

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The Truckee is seeing typical fall conditions right now. The upper section of the river is low, but thanks to increased releases out of Boca, the canyon section of the river is right around 450 CFS, which we would call above average. As mentioned, at 100 CFS the upper section of the river here in town is quite low. That said, it is still fishable,

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The season started on October 1st and will run to June 30th

Pyramid Lake

by DOUG BUSEY

The lake is open for the season for very large cutthroat trout. The season started on October 1st and will run to June 30th. I would recommend going to the Pyramid Lake website to make sure you understand all of the rules before fishing. IE: No bait can be used, there is a size limit—keepers are 17 to 20 inches or over 24 inches. You

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On Lake Tahoe, boat anglers are finding steady action for Mackinaw and trout across the lake

Lake Tahoe

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

On Lake Tahoe, boat anglers are finding steady action for Mackinaw and trout across the lake. Kokanee season has wrapped up, as most fish have fully colored. Macks are holding 50–150 feet deep off the west shore, Cal Neva Hole, and South Lake. Large plugs and jigged minnows are producing solid fish. Trollers are finding trout 100 feet down along shoreline drop-offs. Shore anglers are

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Early in the season, fishing from a boat typically yields larger fish as they stage deeper

Pyramid Lake

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

The season officially opened October 1st! Early-season anglers should focus around Sand Hole and Shot Dog for shore casting, while boaters are finding success 70 feet deep near Hell’s Kitchen. Early in the season, fishing from a boat typically yields larger fish as they stage deeper.

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Flows on the Truckee River have settled nicely this week

Truckee River

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Flows on the Truckee River have settled nicely this week—holding around 72 CFS out of Tahoe City, 78 CFS through town, and 430 CFS at Farad. With the lighter upper flows, more trout are shifting toward the canyon stretch, which has been producing the most consistent action, especially in the early morning hours before the sun hits the water. Weekday angler pressure remains

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Fall has come early this year, and the fishing is good

Truckee River

by MATT KOLES

Some good fly fishing happening on the Truckee River. Fall has come early this year, and the fishing is good. Cold overnight lows, turning into mild afternoons. Obviously that has lowered the water temps into the fishy zone. We've had lots of rain the past month. Fishing is good all up and down the river. Out East on the lower Truckee River, flows are up a bit

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Good Couple of Days on Pyramid Lake

Pyramid Lake

by PYRAMID FLY CO.

Morgan came out from Utah and had a killer couple days on the lake.

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On Lake Tahoe, Mackinaw and trout action is steady across the lake

Lake Tahoe

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

On Lake Tahoe, Mackinaw and trout action is steady across the lake. Most Kokanee have colored, so their season is wrapped. Mackinaw are holding deep, 50–150 feet, off the west shore, Cal Neva Hole, and South Lake. Larger plugs and jigged minnows are producing fish into the teens. Trout are showing 100 feet down for trollers, while some shore anglers are connecting in the mornings

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The fishing season has kicked off at Pyramid Lake

Pyramid Lake

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

The fishing season has kicked off at Pyramid Lake! Shore anglers should start at Sand Hole or Shot Dog, while boaters can try 70 feet near Hell’s Kitchen.

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On the Truckee River, flows have continued to settle this week

Truckee River

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions On the Truckee River, flows have continued to settle this week, sitting at 76 CFS out of Tahoe City, 90 CFS through town, and 492 CFS at Farad. With the lighter flows up top, trout are shifting further downriver toward the canyon. The canyon stretch has been fishing best, particularly in the cool, calm mornings before the sun rises high. Weekday angler pressure

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