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LCT caught and released in Downtown Reno

by RENO FLY SHOP / 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
(More...) (Tuesday, March 24, 2026)

Report Update - Hunewill Pond

by KENS SPORTING GOODS STAFF / Kens Sporting Goods
March 23, 2026 - Report Update - Hunewill Pond Went to check out the pond today and unfortunately there's not enough water in it to fish at this time. We'll see if we can get some water diverted into it and see
(More...) (Monday, March 23, 2026)

Lake Tahoe Fishing Report

by DOUG BUSEY / Carson Now
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
(More...) (Monday, March 23, 2026)

Spring Fever & Tight Lines: Eastern Sierra Fishing Report

by DOUG BUSEY / Carson Now
Hello anglers, We just took a trip over the hill to Valley Springs Ca to visit family, and yes there was fishing involved. But what a shock it was. We took highway 88 to Jackson Ca, then south on 49
(More...) (Monday, March 23, 2026)

Winter is over on the Truckee River

by MATT KOLES / Gilligan's Fly Service
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
(More...) (Sunday, March 22, 2026)

Nice Catch at Lee Vining Creek

by MONO COUNTY / Mono County
    Fishmas is right around the corner and with the beautiful temperatures recently, our year round waters are a great place to warm up your cast.     This beauty was caught on Lee Vining Creek this past week.       Consult the regulations for each specific
(More...) (Sunday, March 22, 2026)

Pyramid Lake Fishing Report

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS / Trout Creek Outfitters
As with everything else this year, we have seen the fish at Pyramid begin their spawn a bit earlier this year, and this week we have seen fish paired up and creating redds right along the lake shore. Despite this,
(More...) (Friday, March 20, 2026)

Recreational Ocean Salmon Season Opens April 11 South of Pigeon Point

by CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FISH & WILDLIFE
Get those rods ready! Saturday, April 11, 2026 will mark the opening day for recreational Chinook salmon fishing in ocean waters south of Pigeon Point (37°11’ N. lat.), to the U.S./Mexico border. For the first time in years, salmon anglers may
(More...) (Friday, March 13, 2026)

The lake is in full spring mode already

by PYRAMID LAKE FLY FISHING
The lake is in full spring mode already. The weather has basically turned into spring a month early. Unless we get another storm system rolling through later in March it looks like sunblock and wet wading!!! Seriously it is time
(More...) (Wednesday, March 11, 2026)

Fishing has been very good for casting the rocky areas for rainbows

by DOUG BUSEY / Carson Now
Fishing has been very good for casting the rocky areas for rainbows. Jigging has been good for decent mackinaws ranging 3 to 5 lbs. Best areas have been on the south west side of the lake from Camp Richardson to
(More...) (Tuesday, February 10, 2026)

Winter Fishing In Full Swing!

by ANDRE NERSESIAN / Eastern Sierra Sportfishing
It's Snowbow Time! The Upper Owens River remains strong despite a lack of storms recently. Traffic has been light and the fish cooperative. January was fun, let's make February even better! We have availability, get in touch to book your trip.
(More...) (Thursday, February 5, 2026)

At Prosser Creek Reservoir, most of the lake is frozen over with ice

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS / Mountain Hardware & Sports
At Prosser Creek Reservoir, most of the lake is frozen over with ice, so shore fishing is not possible. Ice fishing may be possible, but always take safety precautions before attempting.
(More...) (Tuesday, February 3, 2026)

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