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Just takes one big storm cycle

by MATT KOLES

Just takes one big storm cycle. Now we’re sitting at about 150 % of average snowfall for the Truckee River drainage. Of course we need more, and next week looks to provide some more rain and snow. It’s amazing how quick things can change in Tahoe. Can we get out of the drought? There’s a good possibility we can. Every friggin meteorologist painted a doom and

Let The Games Begin

by PYRAMID FLY CO.

The large Pilots have been lurking the shallows a bit more the last few days with the lack of high pressure. These storm systems are dropping the shore temps as quick as can be and the bigger fish we are all after are hunting those ledges and looking for food as they continue bulking up on bait fish. This winter we are running into some

Fwd: On-the-Water Report | Truckee River and Pyramid Lake | midDecember

by RENO FLY SHOP

Truckee River Flies We Suggest: Black BH Zebra Midge 18-20, Olive Psycho May, Ready Baetis, Hot Butt, Truckee River Dozen Pyramid Lake Flies we Suggest: Boobies (Spanish Olive, Cat Whisker, Diablo), Pyramid Lake Beetle, Bellyache Minnow, Jans Tui-Chub, Balanced Leech, Holographic Midge, Pyramid Lake Fly Selection

Pyramid Lake continues to improve

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Pyramid Lake continues to improve. Anglers can expect a great shore bite with this round of storms moving through this weekend. Southern beaches including wino beach, cattle guard beach, and popcorn beach are fishing well. Some flies to try there for anglers to try are black wooly worms, balanced leeches, midges, and foam beetles. Spots up north to check out are Spider point and Pelican

The best fishing on the Truckee River is around Glenshire drive

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

The best fishing on the Truckee River is around Glenshire drive. Anglers should fish their winter setup. Some recommended flies for the Truckee River are san juan worms, small blue winged olives, small dry flies, or small midges size 18-20. Some other areas to try on the river are near Floriston and Farad. Use the same small flies, with light tippet and an indicator. FLOWS: Tahoe City

The calm before the storm on the Truckee River

by MATT KOLES

The calm before the storm on the Truckee River. It just takes one big storm cycle for us to get back in the drivers seat. Things were pretty bleak, snow wise, back in November. Mother Nature saved us back in October, and she looks to do it again next week. A little cold duster yesterday, and now cold temps and definitely feeling like a Truckee December.

Pond is closed for the winter

James Kinney Pond

by FISH REPORTS STAFF

Hey folks the pond is closed for the winter... Thank you see you in spring

Reno Fly Fishing Outfitters Pyramid Lake Report

by RENO FLY FISHING OUTFITTERS

Surface water temperatures in in the high 40’s and are a little bit above normal for this time of year due to the really warm fall and early winter we have had. A monster cold front is approaching the area, and this should really shake up the conditions. Calm warm blue bird sunny days with little wind are going to be replaced with cold, rain

On Them Toads!

by PYRAMID LAKE GUIDES

pyramid lake guides guide todd keller is on them toads!!! todd has some open dates .. call 435 549 0358 for booking. we will get you hooked up!!

Seaman Pond in Minden Rainbow Catch!

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Today we celebrate Fishmas with three-year-old Blakely and her first solo fish! Thank you Troy (Blakely’s dad) for sharing these photos taken at Seaman Pond in Minden! Three-year's-old and already catching fish!

Put the Pigs in the Pen! – Pyramid Lake Report Early Dec 2021

by BEARFISH ALLIANCE STAFF

It’s still a challenge, but well worth the effort out at the salty pond. That switch hasn’t flipped yet, but you will find cruisers popping into the strike zone from time to time. Seems like the early mornings and late afternoons are best, however you will find a random grab or two throughout the day. We favor chasing them with streamers (The Yak seems to

With the low flows it’s best to try small midge and nymph patterns

East Walker River (NV)

by KENS SPORTING GOODS STAFF

The California side of the EW is closed until April 30, 2022 I haven’t heard much from the Nevada side of the EW, just 1 or 2 reports that were just ok. This time of the year with the low flows it’s best to try small midge and nymph patterns and focus on the deeper pools and runs where there will be more fish hanging out.

Great Group on The Water Today

by HANS MOXLEY

Hooked Up Sportfishing out of Carnelian Bay in Lake Tahoe checked in with us. Great group today,,, some fine fishing as wel. For reservations and information on fishing Lake Tahoe, call: 775-772-1453

Look for things to pic up with the weather changing next week

by THE FLY SHOP

Action in the morning has bee a little slow, picks up in the afternoons through the evening. Look for things to pic up with the weather changing next week, this could be just what we need to get the larger fish cruising the shorelines. The north end of the lake continues to be the most productive. The Zack's Pyramid Minnow in Tui Chub, the Popcorn

Paiute Sculpin On The South Fork of the Humboldt River

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Everybody loves to stuff themselves during the holidays! This Paiute sculpin had his fill with a Brook Trout. Thank you Landon Drake (@landon.drake) for sharing this awesome photo taken on the south fork of the Humboldt River!

Good time of year to find larger rainbows and browns near the surface

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

A few reports of small macs with the colder temps. This is a good time of year to find larger rainbows and browns near the surface, making them accessible to shore anglers. Look for moving shadows early and late in the day around larger structure. Shore anglers are using smaller spinners for planted trout and larger spoons for larger rainbows and browns. Toplining for large

Marilyn’s pond is fishing well

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Many of the urban ponds in the western region have received a fall stocking over the last two weeks. The summer vegetation covering many of the ponds is finally starting to back off making for much easier access. Marilyn’s pond and Baily pond have fished well through the fall and continue to get fish periodically as conditions allow. Small worms off the bottom and salmon

Good trout numbers and size still being reported.

Squaw Creek Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fall has been great so far at Squaw. Good trout numbers and size still being reported. Fishing can be productive through the winter months especially on the northwest portion of the reservoir where warm springs keep water temperatures up. Fishing for rainbow and brown trout in the deeper portions of the reservoir in the winter can also be productive in areas free of ice. Anglers

Fishing has been excellent this fall for both bass and trout

Wall Canyon Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing has been excellent this fall for both bass and trout. Access seems to be good for now and should stay that way unless we see some good rain or snow. The reservoir is fishing well at both the inlet and the dam with spoons and spinners. Jigs near deep drop-offs and off rocky points are still producing a few smallmouth bass. Trout will likely

Lockwood is an excellent place to fish the east Truckee Rive

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Flows are back up to 200 cfs after bouncing all over the place during the heavy rains. If flows hang on fishing should be very good this winter east of town. Lockwood is an excellent place to fish the east Truckee River if you’ve never done it. Fly fisherman can look forward to some blue winged olive mayflies as the winter progresses. Small dark nymphs

Fished Well Throughout the Fall

Baily Fishing Pond

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Many of the urban ponds in the western region have received a fall stocking over the last two weeks. The summer vegetation covering many of the ponds is finally starting to back off making for much easier access. Marilyn’s pond and Baily pond have fished well through the fall and continue to get fish periodically as conditions allow. Small worms off the bottom and salmon

Topaz has been good for trout from shore

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Topaz has been good for trout from shore. Trout fishing should continue to get better as the cold sets in. Worms off the bottom have been productive near deep drop-offs for bait fisherman. Spin fisherman have been using heavy spoons and kastmasters to get to deeper water.

Low flows are making for tough fishing recently on the East Walker

East Walker River (NV)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Low flows are making for tough fishing recently on the East Walker. Currently flows are low, roughly 20cfs. Fish are definitely concentrated in the larger pools. Fly fisherman using small nymphs under larger dries (dry/dropper) are picking up the occasional good trout. Fish are spooky so be sure to watch your shadows and keep your approach to the water quiet.

Mountain View pond have also received rainbow trout in the last few weeks

Mountain View Park Pond

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Many of the urban ponds in the western region have received a fall stocking. The summer vegetation covering many of the ponds is finally starting to back off making for much easier access. Marilyn’s pond and Baily pond have fished well through the summer and continue to get fish periodically as conditions allow. Kinney Pond and Mountain View pond have also received rainbow trout in

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