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The Truckee River has fished very well through the first week of September

by RENO FLY SHOP

The Truckee River has fished very well through the first week of September as a result of consistent flows and low water temperatures. At the time of this writing, the USGS Gauge in Reno shows just over 400 cfs. This is great news and we hope to see stable conditions continue through the fall. Insect life on the Truckee River continues to consist of mayflies,

Some channel catfish, up to 20 inches have been reported

Jakes Creek Reservoir (Boies Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Jakes Creek Reservoir is maintaining a good water level with weeds increasing along the shorelines over the last few weeks. Fishing has been good for 9-to-15-inch trout and largemouth bass up to 14 inches. Bass fishing should remain fair to good throughout the end of summer, but could be hampered by vegetation, making angling from a boat, tube or kayak much more successful. Some channel

Water levels are in great shape with the South Lake and Dike Units

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water levels are in great shape with the South Lake and Dike Units. Bass fishing is fair to good in unit 21 and off of Brown Dike. Bass are taking soft plastic worms in dark colors and a variety of small lures. Best fishing is reported in the early mornings and evenings due to warmer daytime temps. Special Regulations: Minimum size for black bass is

Trout fishing has improved

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The water clarity has improved, and water temps are reaching into the low 70’s. Trout fishing has improved and fish are being caught from shore and by boat in good abundance, with fish sizes ranging from 16”-23”. Anglers wishing to target trout in these conditions should focus on using lures such as rooster-tails, spoons, or Rapalas. Anglers fishing from a boat could do well trolling

Bass fishing remains good

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Trout are averaging 16″- 18″. Worms, PowerBait and spinners are enticing fish, as well as a variety of woolly buggers, balanced leeches, and nymphs for the fly anglers. Limit is 5 trout. Bass fishing remains good. Crankbaits and soft plastics are working well for black bass, and anglers are reporting wiper hitting topwater lures in 8 to 10 feet of water. As of July 1st,

Our striped bass fishing is starting to yield some impressive results

Colorado River - Laughlin

by RUSTY

Our striped bass fishing is starting to yield some impressive results. Local anglers and brothers Mitch and Mike Jones recently caught a couple of sizable stripers. One weighed in at 9.48 pounds and measured 30.5 inches, while the larger fish tipped the scales at 11.02 pounds and stretched to 32.25 inches. They were fishing from the shore in the Rotary Park area using swim baits. We

Shoreline anglers are finding some fish on the surface early in the morning

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Marlette has fished very well this season and should continue through the seasons close. Fly Fisherman using large streamers are catching good fish in open water. Shoreline anglers are finding some fish on the surface early in the morning. Midges, mayflies, and damsels are hatching throughout the day. Look for some good brook trout in the shallows prior to their spawn later this fall.

Stocking should pick back up with the cooler temp

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Marilyn’s Pond has been fishing well this summer but has also been busy. Fishing will remain good through fall with the abundance of water. Bait fisherman using salmon eggs and baby crawlers under bobbers are catching fish all day. Fly fisherman using small terrestrial dry flies have been catching fish on the surface early and late in the day. Stocking should pick back up with

Truckee River Fly Fishing Report September 3 2023

by MATT KOLES

What a stark contrast compared to last year on the Truckee River. This time last year is was exceptionally hot. We left to the coast because of the smoke and the heat. It’s rained for the last 3 days. Of course, that makes the fishing good. Pretty great fishing at times actually. Usually, I’m begging for Fall to arrive right now. Kinda wishing we had some more

We had some good reports from the ranch this week

East Walker River Sceirine Ranch

by KENS SPORTING GOODS STAFF

We had some good reports from the ranch this week, there are getting into some good fish with both nymphs and streamers down there. There has been a lot of changes on the ranch as far as the river channel goes, some of the banks are washed out and the river has taken some new directions this year due to the higher than normal flows.

Fishing has been good at Davis Pond

Davis Creek Park Pond

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing has been good at Davis Pond. Bait fisherman using powerbait off the bottom or salmon eggs under a bobber are excellent techniques at all of our community ponds. Spin fisherman using small and light spinners have found a few fish early in the day. Terrestrial imitations can provide fly fisherman with some exciting dry fly action all day long.

Flows are excellent at the moment

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Flows are excellent at the moment. Plenty of hoppers line the shore and trout are eager to eat them. We’ve finally slipped into summer flows now that it’s fall. Bass fishing has been good this summer on the river between Carson and Dayton with the increase in water. Spin fisherman using small spinners in deeper runs and in the remaining pools.

Baily is fishing excellent and has been stocked several times this season

Baily Fishing Pond

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Baily is fishing excellent and has been stocked several times this season. The most consistent way of catching fish at Baily is salmon eggs under the bobber. Fly fisherman slowly retrieving peacock bodied nymphs will find fish just about any time. If the trout aren’t biting, go after the green sunfish. Trout fishing will pick up as temperatures allow for stocking to pick back up

Flows are excellent at the moment

East Walker River (NV)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Flows are excellent at the moment. Plenty of hoppers line the shore and trout are eager to eat them. We’ve finally slipped into summer flows now that it’s fall. Trout stocking has picked back up for the Fall and should keep up through the start of winter. Spin fisherman using small spinners in deeper runs and in the remaining pools.

Bilk has had a few tough years but should improve this fall with stocking

Bilk Creek Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Bilk has had a few tough years but should improve this fall with stocking. There are still a few bass in the lake, but the trout should be the main catch when temperatures come down a little.

Blue lakes fishing report

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Just a few reports in this season. Most trout seem to be averaging 10 inches with a few as large as 15. Fishing should remain good through fall and the end of the season.

Chimney Dam Reservoir Report

Chimney Dam Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

After the best season in decades, Chimney still has been kicking out a few walleye ranging 17-23”. Night crawlers under a bobber or carp cut bait from shore. Diving plugs and jigs should be good until water temperatures really come down.

Cold water and great flows continue this week

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

Cold water and great flows continue this week, the major change will be a storm front expected to move in on Friday. This storm front should provide excellent fishing conditions, as the drop in barometric pressure will inform the fish that fall is coming and it is time to pack it on. This mild storm system is expected to lay down moderate precipitation but will

With cooler nights happening recently, the Truckee River is fishing well

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Water Conditions With cooler nights happening recently, the Truckee River is fishing well. The watermaster is not releasing much out of Lake Tahoe, so the better flows are from Glenshire to stateline. The Nevada side above Reno is also fishing well. The flows below Boca confluence are awesome for this time of year and the fall season is shaping up to be a nice one. Flows

Tge lake level has remained pretty steady and is running at about 643 feet above msl

by ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT

At Lake Mohave, the lake level has remained pretty steady and is running at about 643 feet above msl. If you can find schools of shad, throw a small crankbait. There is a wheelchair-accessible fishing pier just south of the main launch ramp at Katherine's Landing.

Black bass and striped bass were doing well at Lake Mead

by ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT

At Lake Mead, water levels are still at a historically low level but are currently on the rise. The elevation is currently at around 1,054 feet above msl. We are getting reports of up to 1- to 1.5-pound black crappie being caught when fishing for bass. Black bass and striped bass were doing well. Launching conditions around Lake Mead are changing regularly. For current open ramps

The striper bite is going strong

by RUSTY

We have some exciting news from Lake Mohave. The striper bite is going strong, and our local anglers, Brenda Meyer and Ashly Thornton, had a successful outing while trolling with swim baits in the coves near the power lines. The fish they caught ranged from 25 to 27 inches and weighed around 6 pounds each. Additionally, we've heard reports that anchovies near the Davis Dam

Big Lakers on Tahoe

by ROBERT VARIK

Tahoe Trophy Trout provided an update following their private charter trip on Lake Tahoe over the weekend. They successfully reeled in 2 big lake trout and also managed to catch a few Kokanee during the trip. Get ready for a day of exciting fishing on the beautiful waters of Lake Tahoe with Tahoe Trophy Trout. Don't miss out on the chance to reel in your own

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