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Nevada Fish Reports


Multiple stockings of rainbow trout have occurred over the last two weeks

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Surface water temps are in the low 50s. Multiple stockings of rainbow trout have occurred over the last two weeks, with most fish averaging 9 inches. Anglers are seeing plenty of trout action near the dam. Mid-morning through early afternoon is best for trout fishing, with reports of fish up to 5 lbs. Focus on the shallows where the trout will be cruising the warmer

Euro Nymph Clinic, April 25th 2026

by MATT KOLES
Euro Nymph Clinic, April 25th 2026. Learn the tricks of the trade on the Truckee River. Pull off the bobber and start sticking some fish on the tight line rig. You will learn leaders, rigs, rods, and all the tactics-reading water, what flies to use and when, and all the good stuff to make you a Jedi nymph master. If Euro is new to you, or

With the fish mostly spawning right now, the bite has been a bit tough again this week

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
With the fish mostly spawning right now, the bite has been a bit tough again this week despite the shift in weather. At this point in the season a good way to find more consistent fishing would be to get out on a boat or float tube and use a slip indicator with midges or leeches, or a fast-sinking line with a larger streamer. For

The rain/snow mix in town has caused a surge in flows along the whole river

by TROUT CREEK FLIES STAFF
The rain/snow mix in town has caused a surge in flows along the whole river, but flows are already dropping and we’d estimate by early in the week we should see things stabilize and the clarity should improve along with it. The river didn’t run “chocolate milk” from this storm and one of the best things about the Truckee is it is very quick to

The rainbow and brown action has been fair to good along the west side

by DOUG BUSEY
When the wind isn't making white caps. The mac fishing has been fair for anglers fishing deep off the Tahoe shoal and Dollar Point. The rainbow and brown action has been fair to good along the west side in the rocky areas. Most have been trolling F7 or F9 Rapalas in Black/silver or tossing tube jigs right along the top of the rocks. For more

The lake is to the top

by DOUG BUSEY
The lake is to the top. The water is cloudy with a little grassy debris on it. The bass fishing is doing very well. As for trout fishing. I fished with my friend Arnie Phelan from Carson City last weekend. We trolled deep and shallow. I must have tried every size and color of Rapalas in my box. Along with a couple secrets that I

Riviera Marina Fishing Report

by RUSTY
Our river fishing is going strong. Along the shores of the Colorado River, the striper bite has been excellent. Local anglers have been showing off some great catches from shore. Cari Fox and Steve Shurte were fishing near the casino area on the Arizona side using anchovies. They landed a couple of stripers—Cari’s measured 25 inches and weighed 6 pounds, while Steve’s was 16 3/8

Bullhead City's last stocking of the season

by WILLOW BEACH NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY
For Bullhead City's last stocking of the season, 1500 Rainbow trout were released today at Bullhead City Community Park Weekly stockings will resume in the fall. Tuesday, March 31st, 2026

Solid to great fishing on the Truckee River

by MATT KOLES
Solid to great fishing on the Truckee River. Pretty incredible March weather wise. That's got the trouts way ahead of schedule. They're feasting on about everything. Spring you will have the must abundant populations of insects in the drift. Good news, this week, we'll get some rains and cloud cover. Will be a good streamer and dry fly fishing week.  They opened the plug at Boca, lots

The lake has still continued to fish a bit hot and cold this week

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
The lake has still continued to fish a bit hot and cold this week as the majority of the fish are focused on spawning right now. This is the time of year where we recommend fishing the more gradual drop-offs using an indicator set shallow and fished far from your ladder. These same beaches will also fare well for stripping. As a third option, getting

The Truckee River is seeing flows change not only daily but hourly

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
The Truckee River is seeing flows change not only daily but hourly as the remaining snow melts from the peaks. This yo-yo pattern you would see when looking at the USGS stream gauges are typical for this time of year, which is a product of ambient temperature swings causing streams to rise and fall over a 24-hour period. However, it is far less drastic this

Surface water temps are in the high 40s to low 50s

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Surface water temps are in the high 40s to low 50s. Rainbow trout were stocked 3/27/26.  Anglers are seeing plenty of trout action near the dam. Mid-morning through early afternoon is best for trout fishing, with reports of fish up to 5 lbs. Focus on the shallows where the trout will be cruising the warmer waters for insects. Balanced leeches, woolly buggers and midges are

Spring trout fishing is beginning to pick up

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Spring trout fishing is beginning to pick up and the boat dock is in the water. Anglers are reporting luck with worms and PowerBait for fish averaging 10 inches. Midges, balanced and woolly buggers are the go-to for fly anglers.

Spring trout fishing is picking up as water temperatures rise

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Spring trout fishing is picking up as water temperatures rise. Fish are hitting worms, PowerBait and flashy spinners. Fly anglers are having luck with blood midges, zebra midges, balanced leeches and woolly buggers. Fish close to shore to target fish cruising the shallow, warm water. Pike activity is also picking up. For a pike catch it is best to use a lure resembling the trout,

The main Truckee River is fishing well right now

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS
Current Water Conditions The main Truckee River is fishing well right now, thanks to the early spring-like conditions we’ve been experiencing. So far, runoff has been minimal, which has helped maintain good water clarity throughout much of the system. With unseasonably warm temperatures arriving earlier than usual, we’re already starting to see insect activity that typically doesn’t show up until later in the spring. The upper

Water levels are up, measuring approximately 5 feet below full capacity

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Water levels are up, measuring approximately 5 feet below full capacity. Water temps are in the low 50s and the boat ramp is in the water. Anglers are reporting trout catches over 18 inches and recent bass activity. If the warmer weather holds, expect bass fishing to improve quickly.

LCT caught and released in Downtown Reno

by RENO FLY SHOP
    Caleb, @tied_byfaith , caught and released a LCT in downtown Reno that had migrated from Pyramid Lake.     The USFWS has passed 100 of these fish by Derby Dam this season. This allows their access to the Truckee Meadows.     Get out there and let us know if you find one!!!     #renoflyshop #renotahoe #truckeeriver #pyramidlake #travelnevada flyfishnevadaflyfishing @nvdow

Riviera Marina Fishing Report

by RUSTY
Now this is some great news! The smaller stripers are in, and anchovies are producing some nice catches. Our local angler, Mike Merritt, is showing off his catch after picking up bait at our shop. He used his boat to reach his favorite fishing spot and landed 9 stripers—just one shy of the 10-fish limit. That’s a great catch for our stretch of the Colorado River

Bullhead City Community Park Stocking

by WILLOW BEACH NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY
Stocking notice: 1200 Rainbow trout were released today at Bullhead City Community Park in Bullhead City, AZ. Tuesday, March 24th, 2026.

Lake Tahoe Fishing Report

by DOUG BUSEY
Mackinaw fishing has been a little slow.  Best areas have been Dollar Point or the Tahoe shelf using a dodger and a live minnow. Some anglers have been trolling F9 Rapalas in a black and silver pattern. Note: use a little smelly jelly lightly on the back end of your lure. Not to much or you take away the action of the lure. Fellow angler

The lake level keeps coming up a little each day

by DOUG BUSEY
The lake level keeps coming up a little each day. For those that love to do a little bass fishing. Get your bass down there. The smallmouth and largemouth are on their beds starting to spawn. Small hair jigs in an orange pattern have been most productive. The trout are starting to become active in the early mornings in the shallows or on the drop

Winter is over on the Truckee River

by MATT KOLES
Well, Winter is over on the Truckee River. I'm sure we'll still get some weather this Spring, but man, this is crazy. 70's about everyday in Truckee. Needless to say the fishing is pretty darn good.  Skwalla's, early caddis, march browns, blue wings. Everything is in the drift and nymphing should get you some. Might get lucky and get some on top too.  Spring is usually streamer time,
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