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With winter on its way soon, some of the brown trout are currently showing pre-spawn aggression

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Water Conditions Anglers fishing on the Truckee River this week can expect similar flows and conditions as last week. Water temperatures have cooled down to around 58 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit, creating comfortable conditions for the fish to actively feed and fatten up before winter. With winter on its way soon, some of the brown trout are currently showing pre-spawn aggression in the Truckee River. Cooler

On-the-Water Report | Truckee River

by RENO FLY SHOP

This weeks On The Water Report from the Truckee River with Aden Breckner. There are lots of places to fish right now and fall is in full swing. Swing by the shop and get some flies to have a great day on the water. Flies we suggest for the Truckee River: BH Zebra Midge, Hot Butt, black Perdigon, EC Caddis, Hair Wing PMD, French Nymph, Weiss UV Jig, OCD Caddis, Jigged PT Flies we suggest for the

Exceptional Time of Year on the Truckee!

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

This is an exceptional time of year to find some of the best trout fishing on this river. In our opinion the months of October and November are only rivaled by prime months such as March or June in terms of the quality of fishing here on the Truckee. Fall provides some of the best fishing of the year, so long as we have the

Cooler Weather Maybe Will Cause Hotter Fishing

by MATT KOLES

The heat may finally be leaving. A little cooler starting now. Maybe that'll get the fishing a little hotter on the Truckee River. Been a hot September, and early October. That, and the with the lower flows, fishing hasn't been easy. Hopefully now we can jumpstart into some good fall fishing. I've been all up and sown the river. Well, from Boca, down to out East into

2024 PYRAMID LAKE OPENER

by PYRAMID FLY CO.

The weather in North Western Nevada has been just spectacular. Really warm days coupled with cool nights has made near perfect conditions for the opening week. A bit of wind in the forecast, but that is to be expected from time to time. This time of year we are on board Watermaster’s, so exposure to the elements is at a maximum. Layer up lightly, hoodies

The Opener was on Tuesday, and water temps have been high

by RENO FLY SHOP

The Opener was on Tuesday, and water temps have been high. At noon, surface temperatures were at 71°. This is keeping the LCT below 60 feet in most cases with several fish being marked at 20′-30′ with a Garmin Striker Cast with a few fish caught from shore in the early morning hours stripping baitfish, Pyramid Lake Bugger and Tui Chub. Bait balls are present

Flows are changing a bit

by RENO FLY SHOP

Flows are changing a bit. We’re looking at 275 CFS through the downtown gauge. Flows may fluctuate a bit as diversions and ditches begin to shut off in our area. Water temps are perfect and holding in the mid 60sF to mid 50sF. Fish have been feeding on small flies (#18-#20), BH Zebra Midge and Hot Butt, with a few fish still on crayfish patterns, Mini

Active Fish, Good Flows, and Comfortable Conditions!

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

We have seen a slight decrease in flows in the canyon section of the Truckee this week with the Farad gauging station dropping from 475 CFS to 400 as of today due to flows tapering off out of both Prosser and Boca. This is not a very drastic decrease and shouldn’t change conditions much. It will allow anglers to be able to cross the river

The lake level has been going down about 8 inches a week

by DOUG BUSEY

The lake level has been going down about 8 inches a week. I would keep away from the far south end of the lake while trolling. As you may know or you will see. The depths go from 25 feet to 3 feet in a matter of just a short time. Keep an eye on your depth finder.The lake temps have been dropping and the

The river was planted by NDOW recently

East Carson River (NV)

by DOUG BUSEY

The river was planted by NDOW recently. Fishing has been doing well up by the old broken dam and down stream.

We have been taking care of business in a big way to start this season!

by PYRAMID FLY CO.

We’ve been taking care of business in a big way to start this season! These fish are being some gluttonous freaks and there’s plenty to go around! We have seen two incredible days of giant fish so far. We have openings available for October 10-11. Call us and join in on this epic season opener while you can!

Opening Day at Pyramid Lake

by FISH REPORTS STAFF

Mike shared his catch from Pyramid Lake: he was trolling the south end of the lake today and caught a 14-pound fish (calculated weight is 15 pounds). It hit on the downrigger at 60 feet using a Lyman in frog color.

Angler and Fish Survey Information

Boulder Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Click here to check out the link for NDOW Boulder Reservoir Angler Guide https://www.ndow.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Boulder-Reservoir-AIG-2023_ADA-1.pdf

Marilyn’s Pond has been fishing well this summer

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Marilyn’s Pond has been fishing well this summer but has also been busy. Fishing will remain good into fall. Bait fisherman using salmon eggs and baby crawlers on light lines under bobbers are catching fish all day. Fly fisherman using small terrestrial dry flies have been catching fish on the surface early and late in the day. Stocking will continue as long as temperatures allow.

Fishing on the Truckee is Overall Alright

by MATT KOLES

Hot weather here on the Truckee River. Somewhat cold at night and hot during the day, but a pretty early fall heat wave happening. So, don't look for any dry fly fishing, ain't happening, streamer fishing, nada. Bright sun means you're nymphing-unless the weather the changes. Flows are still pretty average for fall. Good wading flows. Not too high or nothing. The fishing is all right. Not the greatest,

2024 2025 season is looking good

by GLENN LEMON

Pyramid Lake's season runs from October 1st until June 30th. 2024 2025 season is looking good for boat trips expect a good October bite. Bait fish are in large numbers fish should have packed on the pounds over the summer

The Truckee is kicking out quality fish!

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The Truckee has been increasingly kicking out more quality fish daily. While we would love to see a bit more of the drizzly, overcast weather typical of this time of year, the fish are still very much on the chew and the 80-degree days expected all week will sure be nice for the fisher, while keeping the bite consistent. You can even still comfortably wet

Fishing at Hobart has been excellent this season

Hobart Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing at Hobart has been excellent this season. Brook trout were recently moved from Marlette Lake and stocked in Hobart. The tiger trout are targeting the small brook trout and growing pretty large some cases. Reports of tigers up to seventeen inches are becoming more regular over the last two seasons. Spin fisherman using small spinners are finding fish in open water and near deep

Fishing has been fair at Spooner for bait and fly anglers

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing has been fair at Spooner for bait and fly anglers. Shore access should improve as we move closer to winter. As nighttime temps fall below freezing the shoreline vegetation should thin out. Boats or float tubes fishing is the best way to get out past the vegetation and deeper water. Salmon eggs and baby crawlers under a bobber should entice the occasional trout, but

Knott Creek Reservoir has been fishing very well

Knott Creek Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Knott Creek Reservoir has been fishing very well. Shore anglers tossing small spoons and kastmasters into deeper water away from vegetation are finding some good fish. Fly fisherman using large leech patterns and damsels from boats and float tubes are catching some really nice fish early and late in the day. Mayflies have been hatching in the late morning and dry flies have been effective

Currently Closed

Davis Creek Park Pond

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Davis Park is currently closed due to the recent fire.

Truckee River Fishing Report & Forecast

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The water temps have plummeted on the Truckee this week. just 5 days ago, on September 15th, we were seeing temperatures peak at 62 around Farad, as of today they’re hitting just above 56. At the Sparks, NV gauge, temps are reaching 58 degrees mid-day. With the prime flows anywhere below the Boca confluence and the drop in temps, this tells us that we are

The Carson is down to typical fall levels and fishing well

East Carson River (NV)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The Carson is down to typical fall levels and fishing well. Small spinners seem to be the best bet for the remining planters around broken dam. Fly fisherman are finding a few trout on small streamers and small nymphs on light tippets. Some surface activity has been reported early an late in the day.

The east Walker is slowly dropping for the season and is still fishing excellent

East Walker River (NV)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The east Walker is slowly dropping for the season and is still fishing excellent. Stocking has been strong through the summer. Spin fisherman using bright spinners and small spoons are finding fish in water with a little depth. Fly fisherman with larger streamers in the deeper runs have been just as effective as the spinners. Tight line nymphing has been deadly with mayfly imitations. Hoppers

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