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Last Updated July 23rd, 2026

Lakes Around the Truckee-Tahoe Area

Donner Lake

Donner Lake continues to provide reliable summer fishing, with cool water temperatures in the lower 60s helping keep trout active in the deeper sections of the lake. Recent stocking at China Cove has improved fishing for both shore and boat anglers, with rainbow trout biting well on PowerBait, worms, and a variety of spinners. Kokanee fishing continues to improve, although fish are still on the smaller side. Anglers targeting either kokanee or trout should focus on the lake's shelves, where fish have been holding consistently. As summer recreation continues to increase, early mornings and evenings remain the best times to fish, offering cooler temperatures, more active fish, and significantly less boat traffic.

Boca Reservoir

Boca Reservoir remains one of the area's most consistent fisheries, with healthy water levels and productive fishing throughout the lake. Trout fishing has been especially good near the dam, where worms, PowerBait, and Rooster Tails continue to produce fish for shore anglers. The kokanee bite is still among the strongest in the region, with schools of 10- to 12-inch fish providing steady action. Anglers trolling wedding rings behind flashers while covering water have been finding the most success. As with most local waters this time of year, the best fishing takes place during the cooler morning and evening hours before recreational boat traffic increases.

Stampede Reservoir

Stampede Reservoir continues to offer a variety of opportunities for anglers targeting multiple species. Kokanee fishing remains steady, with pink or orange hoochies behind dodgers producing the best results 40 to 60 feet down near the Sagehen and Little Truckee inlets, though fish are still averaging around 8 inches. Rainbow trout anglers are having success trolling Rapalas, while shore anglers continue to catch fish using worms, PowerBait, and spinners. The smallmouth bass bite has also improved around the dam and rocky shorelines, making Stampede a great destination for anglers looking for a productive day on the water.

Prosser Creek Reservoir

Prosser Reservoir remains full and continues to provide consistent summer fishing for both trout and bass. Cutthroat trout fishing has been especially productive near the north end of the lake, with worms, PowerBait, and salmon eggs producing quality fish, including several larger cutthroat reported recently. Bass anglers are finding success around weed lines, submerged structure, and warmer pockets of water using crawdad imitations, Senkos, and inline spinners. Whether targeting trout or warmwater species, Prosser continues to offer dependable action for anglers of all experience levels.

Jackson Meadows

Jackson Meadows Reservoir continues to fish well and is open Thursday through Sunday, offering anglers another great option for a weekend trip. Shore fishing has been especially productive, with rainbow trout actively taking spinners, PowerBait, and worms from several areas around the lake. Boaters are also finding success targeting quality brown trout by trolling Rapalas, flashers, and other deep-water presentations. With improving fishing conditions, easy boat access during operating days, and reliable opportunities for both rainbow and brown trout, Jackson Meadows remains a great destination for anglers looking to avoid the heavier crowds found on some of the region's more popular waters.

Lake Tahoe

No fishing report is available for Lake Tahoe this week. Anglers planning to fish the lake should check current weather, wind conditions, and local reports before heading out, as conditions can change quickly during the summer months.

Pyramid Lake

Pyramid Lake is closed for the season.