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"Gilligan" on Truckee River Overload

by MATT KOLES

I used to have an old Suburu Justy, it was a three banger, and that damn thing always overheated. I'm running on three cylinders myself, overheating every afternoon in the sun, on a vitamin D overload, and waiting for some fall weather. In a month, or two, I'll be wishing it was 80 again. Near record temps this week combined with a long summer of

Lake Tahoe Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Guide Mike Nielsen continues to bring back regular limits of kokanee and mackinaw.

Truckee River Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Flows are in great shape below the Boca outlet. Mayflies, crayfish, large stoneflies and streamers get quality trout. Cast upstream and dead drift downstream. Hoppers also are prevalent. Hit the water early. Fishing is good. (530) 587-4844

A Change in the Weather Causes the Fish in the Truckee to Turn On

by MATT KOLES

Sometimes, all it takes is some overcast skies to get big fish to turn on. Susan got this big brown (look at the smile on her face) yesterday across the border on the Truckee River. He ate my #16 baetis emerger, or soft hackle. Todd, her husband, lost one as big, just couldn't chase it downstream. He then went back to the same spot

Fly Fishing is good on the Truckee River -- and it will get better

by MATT KOLES

Fishing is pretty damn good here on the Truckee River, and with some fall weather expected this weekend, it will only get better. I've been spending most of my time on the California side of the river, and the fishing is solid, in fact the best it's been all year. I've had some good reports of October Caddis on the upper river, but haven't seen

Fall is an excellent time for Fly Fishing on the Truckee and this year could be one of the best!

by TRUCKEE RIVER OUTFITTERS

Fall is here! The water is cooling daily on the Truckee and arguably the best time of the year for fly fishing is over the next couple of months. This would be a great time to make some plans to do some fishing in the Reno-Tahoe area for sure. Wet wading season is just about over so patch up your waders and get out on

East Carson River fly fishing conditions are excellent for this time of year

by TRUCKEE RIVER OUTFITTERS

Carson River Flows are down to 146 CFS. They are really holding on this summer and the conditions are great for this time of year. The water is really clear and a stealthy approach is a must. Longer casts and longer leaders with dry flies like Adams, Cahill's and Hoppers are worth a try. Nymphing in the deeper runs with either a dry dropper or

Truckee River Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Morning holds the best bite. Crayfish patterns, streamers, dark stone patterns trailing a small mayfly will get trout. Best stretch is Glenshire to the stateline. (530) 587-4844

Topaz Lake Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

This lake closes on Sept. 30. Fishing has been slow. Water temperature is 68 degrees. Bowcutts and rainbows will be planted after the closure by the state of Nevada. Fingerling rainbows were planted recently by California. The lake reopens to fishing Jan. 1. (775) 266-3550

The Next Generation of Trout on the Truckee

by MATT KOLES

Thanks to consecutive high water years we have had an explosion of young fish, especially fish in the 8-14″ class, here, on the California side of the Truckee River. Job security for me, and a healthy trout river for all. We've been hooking tons of these guys lately, one can keep their rod bent all day right now. Of course, there are big fish too,

Streamers, dry droppers, dries, the 'ole "thingamabobber" will all work fly fishing the Truckee now

by MATT KOLES

Fall is for sure here, especially on the CA side of the river. The morning fog blanket has got the water cooled, and most fish are moving back into some softer holding lye's. Down in Nevada, on the Truckee River, it's still a bit warm, and fish are still stuffed down a bit in the faster stuff, but the fishing is great. Pick a state,

Lake Tahoe Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Lake trout bite is strong. Mike Nielsen has been trolling from 90 to 220 feet deep and getting macks three to six pounds. An 11 pounder was caught earlier in the week. Kokanee bite has slowed but a few are being caught on the jig 65 to 75 feet deep. Most are still silver. Mike Nielsen (530) 721-0593

Truckee River Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Trout fishing is best downstream from town where there is colder water. Head toward Floriston and the Nevada border. Use larger streamers for browns. October caddis should start hatching. Dry fly action is slowing. (530) 587-4844

How the Fall Fog Affects Fly Fishing on the Truckee

by MATT KOLES

We've had some good afternoon soakings around here the last few days. All the moisture has got the fall Hirschdale fog bank starting a bit earlier than usual. You can count on fog in Hirschdale every morning, usually through November. We sit in a bit of a bowl here. It's a bit early for it, but the fish like it, and it can dramatically alter

Big "Golden Stones" Are on the menu for Truckee River Browns and Rainbows

by MATT KOLES

In both states, California and Nevada, September is starting out nicely, and the Truckee River is producing some nice fish. Most of the summer bugs are waning down, such as the yellow stones, and the caddis. There are big golden stones on the menu though, something that's been happening late in the year for the last few. When I mean big, they are about

Fall Is the time to fish the Truckee

by TRUCKEE RIVER OUTFITTERS

Fall is creeping in fast. With it come cooler days and nights. The hatches get going again and the fishing gets really good. Kids are back in school, the rafters go away and the fishermen get to take the river back over. The water conditions remain in fantastic shape and the fly fishing on the Truckee should remain good for months to come. California Some of

The East Carson is in great shape

by TRUCKEE RIVER OUTFITTERS

Flows are down to 181 CFS. The water really is clear and still dropping a little each day. Dry dropper set-ups are a popular choice as the flows get even lower over the next couple of months. Baetis, Trico's, Midges, Caddis and Stone flies are all a good bet. Use a Golden Stone or a Hopper pattern for the dry. There is still a little

Truckee River Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

The special regulation stretch has good access and is fishing well. Stonefly nymphs and caddis pupaes are working well, as are streamers and crayfish patterns. (530) 587-4844

The Last Hurrah!

by MATT KOLES

That's it, summer's over, the kids go back to school tomorrow, and for most folks this is their last trip of summer. If you did come up to the Truckee-Tahoe area to fish the Truckee River, or just to vacation, thanks, the business and restaurants you visited are my friends and neighbors, and we couldn't live here without you. From the looks of it, a

"Gilligan" on the Truckee with a new camera

by MATT KOLES

Had to go out and break in a new camera today, gonna step it up a bit on the photography front. I'm rock'n a Canon G12, moderately priced, and feels like my old Leica M6 that I had back in the day. Click the link below the main photo to see the other photo. Floated the miracle mile, caught a few mostly on the nymph

Lake Tahoe Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

The crowds have gone and the fishing is excellent. Kokanee are deeper - in 65 feet of water. Guide Mike Nielsen is going to jig for the kokes. Mackinaw fishing is excellent. Limits of mackinaw in the three to seven pound range. are coming in each day from depths of 170 to 220 feet. Mike Nielsen (530) 721-0593; (530) 546-4444; 530-412-1800

Truckee River Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

The river is running at 600 cfs all the way down. There are caddis hatches in the evenings. Nymphing is good during the day. (530) 587-4844

A Few Browns And A Rainbow on the Truckee

by MATT KOLES

Some nice fish have been put in the net lately, and things haven't even started yet. Peter landed these nice browns today, and Phil toughed it out with a bad head cold and landed a nice rainbow the other day. Good job Phil, you made the blog. Big stones and small baetis have been my rig of choice. Don't be afraid to fish the middle

Lake Tahoe Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

The Mackinaw bite has picked up, best areas have been Dollar and Sugarpine point. Early bite has been the most productive, trolling dodgers and a live minnow with pro cure scent on it. Fish in 80 to 150 feet of water until the sun peaks the top of the mountain. After that change to 160 to 180 feet of water. Average size has been 2

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