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It's more work to fish the Truckee in August, but the rewards can be great

by MATT KOLES

We've had a huge shift in the weather over the last week here on the Truckee River in, Truckee-Reno-Tahoe. Highs in the 70's in Truckee, 80's in Reno, and overnight lows back in the 40's in Truckee. We really needed some cooler weather to lower the water temps. Water temp is a nice 58 degrees here in Hirsch at start time. I've had to put

It is Crayfish season on the Truckee River

by RENO FLY FISHING OUTFITTERS

The flows have remained very consistent on the Truckee over the past couple of weeks, except for a little run-off from a couple of thunder storms last week. Most of the water is still coming from Lake Tahoe and entire California side is in great shape. There are still some bugs around like Golden Stones and Caddis but this is Crayfish season. Nymphing with a

Summer rains have slowed things down at the Kirch Wildlife Management Area.

Kirch Wildlife Management Area

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Area roads can be muddy following periods of storm activity, and NDOW is warning visitors to use caution when driving. Anglers should also be mindful of thunderstorm activity and adjust their activities accordingly. Weedy conditions common to the summer months make things difficult for boaters. Bass are taking most lures and night crawlers. Trout action has slowed down with the heat,

Recent thunderstorms have added water to the Eagle Valley Reservoir but made for turbid conditions.

Eagle Valley Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing has slowed down as a result. Rainbow trout are still taking night crawlers and PowerBait, and are averaging 11 to 13 inches in length. Anglers continue to catch bass on night crawlers and lures.

Anglers are catching some Crappie, Bass & Trout at Echo Canyon Reservoir

Echo Canyon Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water levels have risen slightly due to local rain activity. The shoreline has gotten weedy, but anglers are catching crappie, bass and some trout while using worms, small spinners and jigs.

Largemouth are taking crayfish lures while Stripers like cut anchovies at Lake Mohave

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Anglers have had success fishing out of Cottonwood Cove. Just to the south and on the On the Arizona side of the lake, largemouth bass have been hitting on just about any crayfish imitation. These bass have been hanging back in the coves in 20 to 30 feet of water. Just north of Cottonwood, anglers have been catching striped bass while throwing

Fish the Las Vegas Urban ponds in the AM & PM, Bluegill & Catfish are on the bite

Las Vegas Urban Ponds

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing action at Sunset Park and Veterans Memorial Park in Boulder City is best in the early morning hours and after sunset. Anglers are catching bluegill and a few catfish. The ponds at Floyd Lamb Park have been closed to fishing by the City of Las Vegas following the deaths of several park ducks. The ponds will remain closed while officials determine the cause

Stripers & Largemouth are active at Lake Mead

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

In recent weeks Spinnows have been the lure of choice for many striper anglers, according to Angel at Laker Plaza. This lure has been very productive when jigging in up to 60 feet of water. Those fishing the backs of coves have also had success with largemouth bass. A variety of swimbaits have been effective for these fish. The best fishing is found

Lake Tahoe Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Mackinaw bite is bouncing back. Mid-morning jig bite has been solid for 1 to 6 pound mackinaw. Kokanee are deep, in 70 to 100 feet below the surface. Mike Nielsen (530) 721-0593

Truckee River Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

River is clear and running between 400 and 500 cfs. Fishing is best in the morning from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Nymphing with big stoneflies or caddis pupae in faster water is the way to go. Mountain Hardware & Sports (530) 587-4844

Topaz Lake Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Low water has closed the launch. Hand launching is possible but fishing is very slow. Topaz Landing (775) 266-3550

5-lb. Kokanee salmon breaks 1973 record at Tahoe

by ASSOCIATED PRESS

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. (AP) -- A California man has landed the biggest Kokanee salmon ever caught at Lake Tahoe, breaking a record that stood for four decades. Bill Bush of Nevada City reeled in the 5 pound, 2 ounce Kokanee last weekend on the south end of the lake near Baldwin Beach. The record dated to Aug. 1, 1973, when Dave Bournique of South Lake Tahoe

Gilligan gives some tips on dealing with the higher water temps

by MATT KOLES

Thankfully we cooled off a bit here on the Truckee River in the Truckee-Reno-Tahoe area. Afternoon t-storms cooled things off this last week and again blew the river out through Reno and on the East side. August can be full of afternoon thunderstroms, awesome at times, but it can and will blow the river out, not to mention the lighting that comes with it. We've

Sceirine Ranch is fishing well & there are some dates available

East Walker River Sceirine Ranch

by JIM REID

The ranch has also fished well this past week, we have a few clients scheduled for this next week but there's a few days open if you want to get on some private water, give us a call at 760-932-7707 to make a reservation.

Lake Tahoe Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Full moon has made the mackinaw bite tough but persistence gets action. Jigging in 100 to 200 feet of water gets macks. Guide Mike Nielsen had a 10 pound mack early in the week. State record kokanee – 5.4 pounds - was caught earlier in the week off Camp Richardson. Mike Nielsen (530) 721-0593

Truckee River Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Fish the fast water where there is cooler, more oxygenated water. It’s all nymphing. Use split shot to get down to the bottom. Mountain Hardware & Sports (530) 587-4844

Topaz Lake Fish Report

by NOR CAL FISH REPORTS

Anglers trolling have been having to work hard and long to get a couple fish. They have been deep in the middle of the lake or close to the river inlet. Flashers and a dick slammer in a rainbow pattern has been working. Or just flashers and worms. No reports on the bass action lately Topaz Landing (775) 266-3550

Anglers are catching rainbow trout and bass at Cold Springs and Haymeadow reservoirs.

Kirch Wildlife Management Area

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Trout are hitting spinners and PowerBait while plastics and spinnerbaits are working for bass in the 9- to 12-inch range. Work bait along the dam and submerged weed beds. Dacey Reservoir has been productive for both bass and rainbow trout during the evening hours. Trout fishing on Adams-McGill has been steady with anglers using both baits and plastics with bass hitting plastics and buzz

Rainbow Trout & Bass are still active at Eagle Valley Reservoir

Eagle Valley Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Wild weather has changed things up this past week. Rainbow trout are still taking night crawlers with a piece of marshmallow, small spinners and flies. Bass are still taking crappie lures, as well as brightly colored spinnerbaits and crank baits. The best action has been during early morning hours. Be mindful of afternoon thunderstorms.

Crappie action has slowed but Bass action has been good

Echo Canyon Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Crappie action has slowed considerably but bass action has been fast. Trout and bass continue to take night crawlers and artificial lures. Though some of the best action takes place during rain storms, Park Ranger Ben Johnson is encouraging anglers to exercise caution and avoid the lake during the storms.

Catfish & Striped Bass are providing the best action at Lake Mohave

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

LAKE MOHAVE - With the summer storms stirring up the water and creating murky conditions, anglers have found success for catfish while fishing in the coves. Most are being caught on night crawlers or anchovies. At Willow Beach anglers have caught double-digit stripers, some reportedly as large as 20 pounds. Baits of choice are AC Plugs, Savage Gear trout imitations and anchovies.

The best time to fish the Las Vegas Urban Ponds is in the morning

Las Vegas Urban Ponds

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Cloud cover and monsoonal rains have cooled things down, but fishing continues to be best in the early morning hours. Please use caution during thunderstorms as many newer fishing rods are made from graphite and can conduct electricity.

Anglers are getting lots of action with top-water lures at Lake Mead

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

LAKE MEAD - Anglers have been getting an early bite out of Boulder Harbor with a lot of top-water action using plugs and jerkbaits to catch the fish. Boils have also been spotted through the Vegas Wash area at the south end of 33 Hole late in the day and just before dark. Be aware of the varying weather conditions, as powerful thunderstorms

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