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Western Nevada Fish Reports


There have been a fair number of changes in conditions on the river this week

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
There have been a fair number of changes in conditions on the river this week as the flows out of Boca are cut down from 500 to 200 CFS causing the Farad area to drop down around 800. While we would say these flows are just about perfect, this drop combined with the hot days as of late, have caused the water temps rise down

The Truckee River is currently flowing at optimal levels for this time of year

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS
Water Conditions The Truckee River is currently flowing at optimal levels for this time of year, providing ideal conditions for anglers from Tahoe City to the Nevada border. The current conditions help the fish spread throughout the entire river system, which offers more opportunities for anglers to get some bites. However, it is essential to note that as the summer temperatures continue to rise, water temperatures

Double Digit Catches

by ROBERT VARIK
The bite has been slower recently, but the big fish are around. Over the last four trips, there have been five double-digit catches. Kokanee salmon are also starting to gather. Check availability at Tahoe Trophy Trout.

Flows have finally settled down on the Truckee River

by MATT KOLES
785 cfs here in Hirschdale, and I’m sure that will come down this week some too. 550 cfs here in Hirschdale are perfect wading flows. 450 cfs in Reno is what you’re looking for. 750 cfs now. Things are getting closer to average flows. The big news is the here is the heat wave we’ll have this week. Thank God we have a lot of water,

Fishing has really picked up at Rye Patch!

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
The heat is here and fishing has really picked up at Rye Patch. The abundant water over the last two years has helped significantly improve the overall health of this fishery. The walleye, crappie, white bass, and smallmouth fishing has been good on bright rooster tails and jigs. The catfish fishing has also started to pickup and should continue to improve. Crawlers on the bottom

Fishing at Hobart has been excellent this season

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Fishing at Hobart has been excellent this season. Tiger trout were recently stocked and should continue to help knock down the brook trout population and their tendency to overpopulate. 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

Marilyn's Pond is Fishing Well and Busy

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Marilyn’s Pond has been fishing well this summer but has also been busy. Fishing will remain good as long as water temperatures remain cool. 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

The Truckee remains high but is fishing well

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
The Truckee remains high but is fishing well. We’ve been at roughly 900cfs for a few weeks but should see flows reduced slightly as we move further into summer. The fish are healthy and happy even with the spike in early summer temperatures and the clarity remained good all spring. No recent repots of USFW stocking the Lahontan Cutthroats but that should change as flows

Fishing has been excellent this summer!

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Fishing has been excellent this summer on Baily Pond for stocked trout and green sunfish. We should see the trout fishing slow down some with the extreme heat of summer, but the green sunfish fishing will remain excellent. Bait fishing with salmon eggs under a bobber or powerbait off the bottom remains the most effective methods on the pond. Small spinners are still catching a

Excellent Fishing at Walker River, East Fork

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Flows have been a little high at roughly 250cfs for quite a while, but fishing has remained excellent. Stocking has been strong from spring through summer so far and should continue as temperatures allow. Spin fisherman using bright spinners and small spoons are finding fish just about everywhere. Fly fisherman with larger streamers in the deeper runs have been just as effective as the spinners.

Knott Creek Reservoir has been fishing very well

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

Good Reports at Onion Valley Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Onion is fishing very well. Good reports have come in from both shore and boat anglers. Spin fisherman using small bright spinners and spoons are finding lots of fish from shore. Fly fisherman stripping small streamers and large nymphs are also doing very well from shore. Some surface activity has been reported early in the day. Sporadic damsels and mayfly hatches are keeping the fish

Truckee River Fishing Report

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
Happy Independence Day, everyone! We hope you all enjoy time with your friends and family this week and find some time to get outdoors and enjoy this beautiful weather. Typically, the 4th of July is one of the busiest times of year for our little town, and for those looking to mix a bit of fishing in with their long weekend, we would encourage you

Angler Report: Lahontan Reservoir

by FISH REPORTS STAFF
Sam checked in with us from a recent trip to Lahontan Reservoir. Here is his report: "Caught a 17.5-inch wiper on a roostertail near the shore between the launch ramp and the dam. Was disappointed not to catch any white bass or get troll bit. The water was 68 degrees with light NE conditions." Thanks for sharing, Sam!

OTW | Truckee River | Aden Breckner

by RENO FLY SHOP
This week’s On-the-Water Report from the Truckee River! Bugs are hatching and fish are chowing. If you aren’t on our calendar already, call to book as summer is filling up fast. We have multiple clinics available coming up in the next few weeks with more to come.    Flies we Suggest:  Dry Flies: E/C Caddis, Snowshoe Sally, Parachute Pink, CDC PMD Dun Nymphs: Jig TNT PMD, Carot, TJ Hooker, Firestarter, Jigged CDC PT, Crazy-Z Emma Streamers: Kreelex, Barely Legal, Bangtail

Good Action on The Bigger Lake Trout on Lake Tahoe This Week

by ROBERT VARIK
Good action on bigger lake trout, and the browns are starting to bite early morning and late night. Browns are up to 6 pounds, and lakers are up to 13 pounds.

Great Trip Today

by ROBERT VARIK
Did some work today, over 50 lbs of fish!!! Tahoetrophytrout.com  

Truckee River | mid June 2024

by RENO FLY SHOP
The Truckee River is below 1,000 CFS through the downtown gauge for the first time this summer! The river temp has climbed a bit due to the water master moving flow from Boca to Tahoe. Boca is a cold bottom release and Tahoe is a warmer surface release. Water temps are topping out at 68 degrees but with a cool down next week we are

Fishery closes for the season on June 30th

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS
At Pyramid Lake, fish are still biting frequently in the 70 to 90-foot water column. Fishing with orange colors seems to be the ticket to success. The shore bite is still slow at this time. This fishery closes for the season on June 30th, so get out there while you can.Pyramid Lake is currently at 100% capacity.

Flows on the Truckee River have picked up in certain sections

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS
Water Conditions Flows on the Truckee River have picked up in certain sections. In Tahoe City, water has started to be released from Lake Tahoe into the river. Because of this, flows have picked up to around 300 CFS here. As you head towards the town of Truckee, flows pick up even more to around 475 CFS. Though the flows are higher throughout the river, the

Harmful Algae Bloom Watch

by NEVADA STATE PARKS
Lahontan Reservoir, located in Lahontan State Recreation Area, has been placed under a HAB Watch Advisory due to an active Harmful Algae Bloom. A recent water test produced low algal toxin concentrations, and has been backed up by visual indicators and satellite imagery. These toxic algae can cause serious health issues for humans and animals. If you see water that looks discolored or smells bad, stay away.

Ash Canyon Road to Hobart Reservoir is officially open

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Great news for anglers! Ash Canyon Road to Hobart Reservoir in western Nevada is officially open just in time for Nevada's Free Fishing Day! Fishing at Hobart is sure to be excellent this season with the cooler temperatures and abundance of water. Get out there and enjoy what northern Nevada has to offer! Buy your fishing license at ndowlicensing.com!

At Pyramid Lake, fish are biting in deep water frequently

by CHAD BURTON AND CHRIS BORDEN
At Pyramid Lake, fish are biting in deep water frequently. Fishing with orange colors in the 70-foot water column seems to be the hot ticket. The shore bite hasn’t been good due to the moss. Pyramid Lake closes on June 30th, so go do some deep-water fishing here while it is good! Pyramid Lake is currently at 100% capacity.
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