Lakes Fishing Report

LAKES FISHING REPORT

Get updated fishing conditions and recommended tips for fishing the local lakes around Truckee and Lake Tahoe

Get updated fishing conditions and recommended tips for fishing the Truckee River and Little Truckee River.

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Last Updated July 10th, 2025

Lakes Around the Truckee-Tahoe Area

Donner Lake

Donner is fishing solidly with surface temperatures hovering in the low 60s°F and water levels still at full pool. Early mornings are best for Kokanee, which are schooling between 25–35 feet—troll pink or chartreuse hoochies behind dodgers for the most success. Mackinaw are holding deep, around 100–120 feet, and can be taken on white tube jigs or silver dodgers. Shore anglers are doing well near the boat ramps and docks on the west end with PowerBait, inflated worms, and flashy lures. As usual, the bite fades after 10 a.m. when boating activity increases, so plan on getting an early start.

Boca Reservoir

Fishing remains consistent at Boca, both from shore and boat. Kokanee are stacked around 40–50 feet near the dam and along the west shore. Productive lures include orange Dick Nites, pink wedding rings, and small dodgers. Recently stocked rainbows are hitting PowerBait, worms, and spoons—especially near the campground and inlet area. With surface temps in the low 60s°F, trout are moving deeper by midday. Shoreline access is great right now, and mornings continue to be your best window before boat traffic picks up. Boca is currently at 100% capacity.

Stampede Reservoir

Stampede continues to be the region’s hot spot for Kokanee. Fish are aggressive and concentrated between 40–50 feet—especially near the Little Truckee inlet and the island. Use pink hoochies, orange dodgers, or purple squids for reliable results. As the sun climbs, the Kokanee drop deeper, so adjust your trolling depth after 9 a.m. Trout are still working the coves and inlets early, and bass are holding in 10–15 feet of water. Surface temps are in the upper 50s°F, and the lake is at full capacity.

Prosser Creek Reservoir

Prosser is delivering a mixed bag of trout and bass. Shore anglers near Alder Creek Cove and the dam are doing well early and late in the day with PowerBait, worms, and salmon eggs. Fly anglers are having success under indicators using zebra midges and small nymphs. Trollers should work close to shore in 15–20 feet of water at a faster pace. Water temps are in the low 60s°F, and the reservoir is sitting at about 96% full.

Jackson Meadows

Jackson Meadows is a great option for dependable shore fishing. The lake was recently stocked near the Pass Creek ramp, and anglers are landing fish on worms, salmon eggs, and small spinners off rocky points. Water temps are approaching 60°F. Brown trout should be released—they are no longer part of the stocking program. Due to ongoing invasive species precautions, boats are still restricted and ramps remain closed, but shore anglers are finding plenty of success.

Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe’s surface temps are still in the high 50s°F, warming slightly in protected coves early and late in the day. Mackinaw are now holding deep—most are being caught around 350 feet via trolling or jigging. Kokanee have started schooling deeper in South Lake Tahoe; try running bright spoons or hoochies at about 50 feet. Rainbows and browns are cruising closer to shore near creek mouths. For trout, mornings and evenings are best, especially trolling in 20–30 feet along the west shore. If you’re fly fishing, nymphs under indicators work early, and dries can produce trout around dawn and dusk.

Pyramid Lake

Closed for the fishing season.


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