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Stocking continues through the summer at Bail

Baily Fishing Pond

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Stocking continues through the summer at Baily and trout fishing should remain good until temps no longer allow trout to be stocked. The Rainbow trout in Baily are caught primarily on salmon eggs and power bait on the bottom or under a bobber. Small wet flies and lures are also very effective on the pond. Fishing has been best for trout early and late in

Fishing has been good at Kinney

James Kinney Pond

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing has been good at Kinney. Tiger trout up to 16 inches have been caught recently. Pink floating power worms and night crawlers off the bottom or under a bobber has been working well. Some fish have been on the surface early and late and can be targeted with dry flies.

The mackinaw have been scattered throughout the water column

by DOUG BUSEY

The mackinaw have been scattered throughout the water column. One day they’re deep, and the next they’re suspended. Keep an eye on your sonar to ensure your presentation is in the right area and depth. Cave Rock, particularly along the southwest side near the rocks and knolls, has been producing good fish. The Camp Richardson area offers an early-morning bite with jigs or by trolling

Fishing has improved slightly during the early morning hours

by DOUG BUSEY

Fishing has improved slightly during the early morning hours. Once the jet skiers and recreational boaters arrive, the bite tends to slow down. Remember the rules of boating: reduce your speed to a no-wake zone when within 100 to 200 feet of a swimming area, beach, or moored vessel. If your wake causes damage, you can be held liable. Let’s all stay safe on the water.

Mixed Bag Action on Tahoe

by ROBERT VARIK

Fishing on Lake Tahoe was a mixed bag this week. A few jumbo lake trout were landed, with the biggest weighing up to 23 pounds. Kokanee salmon are starting to show up, and anglers are beginning to catch a few. Some decent rainbow trout and brown trout have also been caught randomly around the lake. Fishing should continue to improve as more kokanee move into the area

Best bet for success will be euro nymphing!

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

As water temps continue to rise on the Truckee the dry fly bite has been a bit tougher this week. With the fish mostly holding in the fast moving sections of the Truckee, your best bet for success will be euro nymphing, focusing on the deeper pockets and riffles. The dry dropper fishing still remains a great option as well, with good numbers of fish

Pyramid Lake is currently full

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Pyramid Lake is currently full, and the boat launch remains open. Most anglers are finding the best success from float tubes, kayaks, or boats while fishing depths around 50 feet. Most fish are being caught using Pyramid-style jigs, Sierra Spoons, midges, balanced leeches, and various hookup baits. The fishing season will end here soon on June 30th.

Success can be found throughout!

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Flows are measuring 248 CFS out of Tahoe City, 270 CFS through town of Truckee, 322 CFS through the Glenshire area, and 775 CFS near Farad. Water temperatures are starting to increase with the warmer weather pattern the area is seeing. Because of that, early mornings and evenings are the best chances to get the most bites. Water clarity is great. Wading conditions

Good fishing in the morning!

by MATT KOLES

Feeling the heat on the Truckee River. Mid 90's every afternoon in the Hirsch, with a shot at a thunderstorm or 2. Good fishing if you get out in the mornings and can wade in the faster pocket water. Good luck if you can't. Probably be tough. Flows are very good, and that's keeping water temps in the healthy range. 650, here in Hirschdale. And good news,

James Kinney Pond in Winnemucca for a FREE Kids Fishing Derby

James Kinney Pond

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Did Free Fishing Day get your kid hooked? Keep the fun going! Join us this Saturday, June 20, at James Kinney Pond in Winnemucca for a FREE Kids Fishing Derby. Young anglers ages 11 and under can enjoy a morning of fishing, prizes, and family fun. Rods and bait will be available, or bring your own gear! Prizes awarded for tagged fish and the longest fish in

Mackinaw fishing is still great!

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Not much to update this week on Lake Tahoe. Mackinaw fishing is still great. Anglers can find mackinaw around 200-300 feet deep. For trout fishing, fishing from a boat or shore has been successful early morning or at last light of the day. Water temperatures are around 50-55 degrees.

Fishing season will end soon

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Pyramid Lake is currently full, and the boat launch remains open. The fishing season will end here June 30th. Most anglers are finding the best success from float tubes, kayaks, or boats while fishing depths between 40 and 50 feet. Productive offerings have included Pyramid-style jigs, Sierra Spoons, midges, balanced leeches, and various hookup baits.

Water conditions are great!

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Flows measuring 250 CFS out of Tahoe City, 278 CFS through town of Truckee, 341 CFS through the Glenshire area, and 693 CFS near Farad. Water temperatures will start to increase with the warmer weather pattern the area is finally seeing. Water clarity is great. Wading conditions are good from Tahoe City to the Stateline, but be cautious of footing in the faster

Very healthy wild trout!

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The health of the wild trout in the Truckee River is about as good as we’ve ever seen thanks mostly to a series of good water years. This doesn’t mean that fishing on the Truckee will be easy, because it never is. It does mean that the quality and numbers are there and when we combine that with the excellent conditions on the river right

Kids Carp Derby at Lahontan Reservoir Was a Success!

Lahontan Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Kids Carp Derby at Lahontan Reservoir this weekend! From first catches to prize-winning carp, it was a great day spent outdoors making memories, learning new skills and sharing a love of fishing. We had so much fun seeing young anglers and their families out on the water. A big thank you to our volunteers, partners and everyone who

Conditions have changed quickly

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The conditions have changed quickly here on the Truckee as the releases out of the reservoirs taper off and we see flows settle into their average range. In Glenshire, we are looking at 375 CFS this week, which is near perfect for this section of river, especially as water temps rise and the fish nose up into pocket water, of which there is an abundance

Summer is here on the Truckee!

by MATT KOLES

Summer is here on the Truckee River. Flows have come down to just around normal. Around 650 cfs, here in Hirschdale. About the same all the way down river, and lower some up river. Lots of miles of Truckee River to fish right now. California, Nevada pick your poison. This is when you look for middle slots, chutes, seams, etc. Trouts will push into the middle of

Mackinaw fishing has been great!

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

At Lake Tahoe, mackinaw fishing has been great. Anglers can find mackinaw around 200 feet deep. For trout fishing, fishing from a boat or shore has been successful early morning or at last light of the day. Water temperatures are around 50 degrees.

The bite is beginning to improve

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Pyramid Lake is currently full, and the boat launch remains open. As fish wrap up their spawning cycle, the bite is beginning to improve with warming weather conditions. Most anglers are finding the best success from float tubes, kayaks, or boats while fishing depths between 30 and 50 feet. Productive offerings have included Pyramid-style jigs, Sierra Spoons, midges, balanced leeches, and various hookup baits.

Fish are spread throughout the system

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Flows measuring 248 CFS out of Tahoe City, 306 CFS through town of Truckee, 381 CFS through the Glenshire area, and 537 CFS near Farad. Water temperatures will start to increase with the warmer weather pattern the area is finally seeing. Water clarity is clearing up after the recent rain storms. Wading conditions are good from Tahoe City to the Stateline, but be

Good time of year to fish it all!

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The Truckee was affected very little by this week’s weather in terms of increased flows. In fact, the flows out of Boca Reservoir dropped this week, bringing the Farad gauge down from 1,200 CFS, to around 800. The main effect of the storm was the decrease in water temps, cooling back down into the mid-40’s for a short period. Expect fish to be holding in

Angler Report – Sparks Marina Carp Catch

Sparks Marina Park Pond

by FISH REPORTS STAFF

My husband, Ryan, caught this carp at Sparks Marina today, and I wanted to share it with you. The fish weighed 27.64 pounds. We thought this catch was noteworthy and worth reporting due to its impressive size.

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