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Flows are still up and down

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

While flows are still up and down on an hourly basis here, we have seen a downward trend over the last week thanks to the cold days. The river has cleared up from any of the color it had and is fishing very well using most perdigon-style flies or various mayfly nymph imitations. The larger bugs like stones, worms and eggs are always good for

Fishing has been good to fair on Lake Tahoe

by DOUG BUSEY

Fishing has been good to fair. Jason has been catching limits of mackinaws and a few browns. Best areas have been from Cave rock to the north for browns and mac's. Mainly because the NDOW recently planted the lake a week ago with catchable rainbows. Other areas have been off the Camp Richardson shelf with J plugs or Rapalas. For more information or to set

Fishing has been good

by DOUG BUSEY

When you can get out without the "W". Fishing has been good. Most have been using flashers and worms. I prefer to use small Cowbells, gold and silver. They are smaller and less drag for a better fight. Rapalas have been productive on top and down deep. Keep changing patterns and sizes to find the most productive for that day.

15 plus pound Lake Trout

by ROBERT VARIK

Tahoe Trophy Trout checked in after a trip on Lake Tahoe, reporting a double hookup that landed a 6–7 pounder and a 15+ pound Lake Trout. To book a trip with Tahoe Trophy Trout, visit TahoeTrophyTrout.com or call 530-318-0791.

Lake Tahoe's spring bite is on fire!

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Lake Tahoe's spring bite is on fire! Water temps hover around 50–55°F, with exceptional clarity thanks to low algae levels—the best in 40 years . Mackinaw are hitting hard between 70–120 ft; troll Rapalas or jig white/chartreuse tubes tipped with sucker meat. Anglers are averaging 3–5 fish per rod . Rainbows and browns are moving shallower—try spoons or flies near shore. Kokanee are staging deeper

At Pyramid Lake, fishing continues to improve post-spawn

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

At Pyramid Lake, fishing continues to improve post-spawn. Lahontan Cutthroat are active from Pelican Point to Warrior. Fly anglers using midges from ladders are still catching a few fish, especially in the early morning and evening hours. Trolling 35–50 feet deep with Flatfish, Sierra spoons, or Lymans is working well. The fish are aggressive and cruising for food. The lake is at full capacity with

Flows are fluctuating with mild to medium runoff from high-elevation snowpack

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Flows are fluctuating with mild to medium runoff from high-elevation snowpack. The river remains mostly clear and wadable in most areas but with some rain and a possible weather front moving through next weekend. Timing will be key the week of 5/12/25. Current flows are 77 CFS at Tahoe City, 398 CFS through Truckee, and 1000 CFS near Farad. Trout are in

Pretty much nice weather and fishing on the Truckee River

by MATT KOLES

Pretty much nice weather and fishing on the Truckee River. Major wind the last few days, but we'll get back to normal again. Spring is always iffy in the mountains. Flows have remained, up, but it's really not all that high for mid-May. Clarity is good too. All types of rigs and ways will work. Streamers, nymphs, dries, etc. Spring is a good time to get a little

Big Lakers and even bigger smiles!

by ROBERT VARIK

Captain Rob with Tahoe Trophy Trout took our family out on Saturday, and we had a wonderful time! Our kid caught the biggest fish—an 8 lb. Mackinaw! Captain Rob was incredibly accommodating to everyone on the boat. We not only caught some fish but also enjoyed sightseeing around the lake. We highly recommend Tahoe Trophy Trout for a fun and memorable family experience on Lake

Flows are rising slowly and steadily

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

We have seen the flows rise slowly and steadily on the Truckee over the past week, but with another stormy start to next week, we will see them drop once again. The biggest factor for this fluctuation right now is the air temps. If we get a few cold days in a row, they can drop as much as 100-200 CFS in that timeframe. These

Warm weather has the water slowly creeping up

by RENO FLY SHOP

Mike Anderson with your OtW Report from the Truckee River. Warm weather has the water slowly creeping up. A bit of flow and some color has helped the fishing this week. We anticipate things to continue to fish well moving into yearly peak flows. If the Truckee gets high we have some other great options in our area. Other watersheds are a bit less responsive to

Rolling through Spring on the Truckee River

by MATT KOLES

Rolling through Spring on the Truckee River. Flows are up, but really not that high for May. 800-900 cfs up and down the canyons and into Reno. That's nothing for this time of year. Still high enough to fish the edges. Trouts are not out in fast water, or middle of the river. They hold tight to the banks ,or in softer water. Feed them something they

Spring is here

by PYRAMID LAKE FLY FISHING

Spring is here. Look at the weather going forward and you will see warm, warm, warm. May is a month at the lake that is traditionally very tough. Even with the new techniques we are using it is tough. You have to have the weather. Wind, clouds, rain, whatever. If it is golfing weather, go play golf. Fish the first hour of the day for

Wow, what an absolutely incredible season it was for Pyramid Lake

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

As we head into the very tail end of the season out here, this will be our last report on the “Big Salty Pond” for the year. Wow, what an absolutely incredible season it was for Pyramid Lake. The amount of large fish seen this year was unprecedented and we feel it’s important to give a huge shout out to the Pyramid Lake Piute Tribe for

We are in the rollercoaster ride of spring flows right now

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

We are in the rollercoaster ride of spring flows right now, seeing flows fluctuate 50-100 CFS any given day. These flows are peaking in the afternoon and dipping to their lowest points in the middle of the night. This is typical of any freestone this time of year and the fish know the routine, not often missing a beat to feed during these months. In

The LCT have another spawn in the books

by RENO FLY SHOP

The LCT have another spawn in the books, and even though we are still seeing shallow cruising fish, a lot of fish are returning to deeper water and actively feeding in deeper water. The last week, with its cold storm, has shocked the fish some, but with a return to seasonal temperatures next week the LCT should return to their normal behavior. The surface temps before

The Truckee River has hovered around 600-700cfs at the Reno gauge over the last few weeks

by RENO FLY SHOP

The Truckee River has hovered around 600-700cfs at the Reno gauge over the last few weeks and finally jumped over 800 overnight. Fishing has remained good on the Nevada side and should continue to do so. With warmer air temperatures, the river will likely come up in flow and turbidity will increase as a result of low elevation snow melt. There are a variety of bugs moving

The lake level is rising very slowly

by DOUG BUSEY

The lake level is rising very slowly. Fishing has been fair for those that don't give up too quickly. I recommend changing up your presentation. Colors and size does matter when fish are finicky. Some anglers have been shore fishing down past the bug station with powerbait or inflated nightcrawlers. Even in shore fishing. When fishing a floating bait. Start off with 12 inches off

Northern Nevada Bass Tournament

Lahontan Reservoir

by NORTHERN NEVADA BASS

Hey all!! Thank you all for your response on the entry fee poll! With that I hoped everyone would think I was up to something and I have been. Between checking in on the lakes, hearing the reports you all give me, and trying to work around all the major series is tough but this is the best I could put together!!! Hopefully this works for a

Typical Spring weather on the Truckee River

by MATT KOLES

Typical Spring weather on the Truckee River. 70's one week, 30's another. Looks to wam up this week, but another cold front next weekend. Flows are up, but really not that high. 650 or so here in Hirschdale, and about 800 cfs out East on the lower Truckee River in Nevada. That's nothing. Clarity is rather good. Still, fish the edges. Do not fish the middle stuff. Trouts

Kids Fishing Day Saturday May 17th

James Kinney Pond

by FISH REPORTS STAFF

Kids Fishing Day Saturday May 17 th folks bring them Out and have some fun.

What a phenomenal kick off to this fishing season!!

by NORTHERN NEVADA BASS

What a phenomenal kick off to this fishing season!!! 11 teams came out to our first event on Topaz. Thank you all who participated even though the weather conditions were... well less than ideal!! Even if the weather didn't cooperate the fish finally did! Congratulations to Zach Steiner and Denny Goldson winning the day with 15.88! Congratulations to Brian and Mark with Big fish of the event a

The bite at Pyramid is in a bit of a limbo right now

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The bite at Pyramid is in a bit of a limbo right now. With the majority of the fish focused on spawning they are mostly lock-jawed, at least the ones you can see. Fishing with indicators and putting it past the fish tight to the shore will better your odds by putting your flies in front of fish that may still be interested in eating.

We are seeing flows drop on the Truckee River and the snow is on the hill for just a bit longer

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

With cooler days last week the runoff has slowed. We are seeing flows drop on the Truckee River and the snow is on the hill for just a bit longer. Around Glenshire we have seen flows drop from 750 to 575 CFS in the last 7 days. At Farad they have dropped from 900 to 700 CFS. These flows will make the river easier to

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