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Kids Reel in Fun at Wilson Canyon

by FISH REPORTS STAFF

Levi and June spent Saturday fishing in the Wilson Canyon section of the West Walker River, where they reeled in a nice catch — one Rainbow Trout and one Brown Trout.

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We expect the shore fishing to commence in just a few more weeks

Pyramid Lake

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

In just a few short weeks of the opener, the fish have already become a slight bit weary to the heavy angling pressure and the bite using jigs has slowed. The bait balls are still around, but they are likely to break up before too much longer. Once this happens, there is often a short window of using slip indicators and balanced baitfish patterns fished

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The rain/snow mix this week did little to change the conditions on the Truckee

Truckee River

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

The rain/snow mix this week did little to change the conditions on the Truckee. While there was a slight bump in flows, it has since dropped back to pre-storm levels. The water temps did also dip down a bit, hitting a high of 52 degrees on Tuesday. This should further spread fish out and put some of them in some slower water. Right now, the best

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Storms earlier in the week have cooled the lake down considerably

Pyramid Lake

by RENO FLY SHOP

Storms earlier in the week have cooled the lake down considerably. Surface temperatures last Friday were ending the day around 67°F. Yesterday (10/15/25) temps at 2:30pm were 61°. That dramatic change will definitely shock the fish for a day or two. The cooler surface temps though mean that shore fishing is picking up! Shore fishing has already been pretty good, not a lot of big fish

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Fall is in the air and the Truckee River is fishing quite well

Truckee River

by RENO FLY SHOP

Fall is in the air and the Truckee River is fishing quite well. With water temperatures dropping we anticipate brown trout to begin their spawn any day now. The Sparks gauge is showing water temperatures dipping below 50 degrees in the morning. Bug life has changed a bit since the last report. Fish are starting to eat smaller presentations including midges and small mayfly nymph patterns

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WIld Horse Reservoir Fishing Report

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Cooler weather patterns over the last two weeks have dropped water temps back into the low 50s. Water clarity is improving. Aquatic weeds are beginning to die off, but may still impede shoreline fishing in some coves. With cooler water temps, trout fishing is about to take off and fish should be averaging 16″ to 22″. Try throwing small, flashy spinners or night crawlers combined

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Macks are still holding around 50–150 feet deep

Lake Tahoe

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

On Lake Tahoe, most of the boat ramps have closed for the winter season, except for Sand Harbor, Pine Forest, and Cave Rock. Macks are still holding around 50–150 feet deep off the west shore, Cal Neva Hole, and South Lake. Trollers are finding trout 100 feet down along shoreline drop-offs. Shore anglers are getting a few bites in the mornings 20–30 feet from shore.

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Expect things to pick up as the weather shifts to winter conditions

Pyramid Lake

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

The season officially opened October 1st at Pyramid Lake. Early-season anglers should focus around Sand Hole and Shot Dog for shore casting, while boaters are finding success 70 feet deep near Hell’s Kitchen. The lake is turning over right now, so fishing has been slower. Expect things to pick up as the weather shifts to winter conditions.

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Flows on the Truckee River have settled nicely this week

Truckee River

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Current Water Conditions Flows on the Truckee River have settled nicely this week—holding around 76 CFS out of Tahoe City, 78 CFS through town, and 459 CFS at Farad. With lower upper flows, more trout are shifting toward the canyon stretch, which has been producing consistent action, especially during early mornings before the sun reaches the water. Weekday angler pressure remains light, providing plenty of room

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The lake was 70 F at the surface, but with the storms is cooling off rapidly

Pyramid Lake

by THE FLY SHOP

The lake opened and the fishing was very good. The lake was 70 F at the surface, but with the storms is cooling off rapidly. You will have to go deep to find willing partners. The Lahontans are eating Tui chubs for the time being. Good flies would be Zach's Pyramid Minnow in Tui chub and white. Balanced Leeches tied in lighter colors can work

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Water temps have come down into the 50s and aquatic vegetation is still impacting fishing access

Jakes Creek Reservoir (Boies Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water temps have come down into the 50s and aquatic vegetation is still impacting fishing access for shoreline anglers. Better fishing opportunity will be from float tube, kayak, etc. to reach the cooler and weed-free water. Trout are expected to measure up to 18″. Try small Panther Martins and Mepps, worms or your favorite PowerBait. Streamers and leeches are the go-to for fly anglers. Bass

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Expect muddy shorelines with recent precipitation

Jiggs Reservoir (Zunino Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water temps dropping into the 50s. Expect muddy shorelines with recent precipitation. Early mornings are still producing a few trout with small, flashy spinners or PowerBait combined with small pieces of worm. Bass and bluegill catch rates will begin to slow down with cooler weather. A variety of soft plastics and jigs with active presentations should work for bass. Bluegill are most likely to hit

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Water temperatures are dropping into the low-to-mid 50s

Ruby Lake NWR

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Trout fishing is picking up with the cooler weather. Water temperatures are dropping into the low-to-mid 50s. Trout in the 15″ t0 20″ range are being caught in the collection ditch. Fly anglers are reporting success with dark-colored streamer and leech patterns. Small dry flies are also still getting hit. Small, flashy spinners like Panther Martins are the go-to for spin anglers. Fishing for bass

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Trout fishing is picking back up with the cooler temps

Wilson Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water levels and water clarity are in good shape. The road is also in good condition, but may be muddy with recent precipitation. Trout fishing is picking back up with the cooler temps. PowerBait and worms are always reliable, or try throwing a rooster tail or small spoon. Streamer and leech patterns should work for fly anglers. Bass fishing is slowing for the season. Throw

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Snow may have accumulated this week, but the road remains open

Angel Lake

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Snow may have accumulated this week, but the road remains open. Anglers are catching trout in the 10″ range. Green PowerBait and worms are the go-to here for bait anglers. Fly anglers switching from dry flies to small leech, bugger and chironomid patterns. Float-tubers and kayakers are having the best luck against the rocks and brush on the backside of the lake.

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Water temperatures are dropping into the high 50s

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water temperatures are dropping into the high 50s. Water clarity has improved, and weeds are beginning to die off at the southern portion of the reservoir. With the cooler water temps, trout fishing will begin picking up. Trout are hitting combinations of PowerBait and worms fished off the bottom, as well as flashy spinners. Fly anglers are having success with nymph, midge and leech patterns,

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Water temps have dropped back into the 50s and trout fishing is good

Cave Lake

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water temps have dropped back into the 50s and trout fishing is good. Fall stocking occurred this week, with an additional 8,000 rainbow trout stocked. Anglers should expect to catch hatchery stocked trout, however, there is a chance that you can catch a trout carried over from previous years. Try nightcrawlers, PowerBait, spinners (Mepps and Panther Martins), and a variety of wetflies behind a bubble.

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Water temperatures have dropped into the 50s

Cold Creek Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water temperatures have dropped into the 50s. Anglers can expect decent shoreline fishing around the reservoir. The reservoir received 2,024 rainbow trout this spring, averaging 10 inches. In July, a total of 5,000 tiger trout were stocked averaging 3.7 inches. Try PowerBait, night crawlers or small spinners. The fishery is still recovering after significant drawdown events.

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Trout fishing is picking up for the fall bite as water temps have dropped into the 50s

Comins Lake

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Trout fishing is picking up for the fall bite as water temps have dropped into the 50s. Fall stocking occurred in the last week, with approximately 2,000 tiger trout and 5,000 rainbows stocked. Anglers should try PowerBait, spinners, nightcrawlers, and wetflies behind a bubble. Trout in the 16-to-22-inch range have been seen shoaling in the north end of the south lake. The vegetation that has

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Water temperatures have dipped back into the 50s

Illipah Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water temperatures have dipped back into the 50s. The western side of the old dam is exposed and just a small portion of the east side is visible. Boats, float tubes, and kayaks can be easily launched. Shoreline fishing has been good with anglers catching 3 to 4 fish per hour. Recent angler contacts revealed rainbow trout in the 10-to-14 inch range being caught. A

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14.48 lb. Striped Bass

Colorado River - Davis Dam

by RUSTY

Here along the shores of the Colorado River below Davis Dam, the striper bite has been a mixed bag when it comes to size. Most of the action has been from smaller stripers getting to the bait first. Angler Patrick Paoli and his dog Eagle landed a beautiful striper weighing 14.48 pounds and measuring 34½ inches. Patrick was fishing from shore in the Big Bend area on the Nevada side, using his favorite lure. Reports from Community

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Fishing Report- October 2025

Pyramid Lake

by PYRAMID LAKE FLY FISHING

The opener at the lake was fantastic. The conditions set up perfectly for our early season tactics and our anglers had a blast! We did some extensive scouting before the season and located a large amount of bait. Not only the Tui Chubs which can reach 12 or 13 inches but a ton of Sacramento Pearch Frey hiding out above the ledge in very shallow

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