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Welcome to the best source for regional sportfishing information in the Eastern Sierra, including the latest fishing conditions and the areas best sources for bait, tackle, and all your fishing needs.

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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)

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)

Spring has sprung on the Truckee River...Early

by MATT KOLES / Gilligan's Fly Service
High of 68 today in Truckee. This March might go down as our warmest March on record.  We are way ahead of schedule fishing wise. It feels like mid-late April. I've seen caddis, small stoneflies, and of course skwalla stoneflies. March
(More...) (Monday, March 16, 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)

Pyramid Lake Fishing Report

by THE FLY SHOP / The Fly Shop
Fishing conditions:  Good Report: Pyramid continues to fish well. With the storms behind us, fishing won't be stellar, but where else can you catch a 20 lb. cutthroat standing on a ladder? If you are going, your Moo Midge or Balanced Leech
(More...) (Tuesday, March 10, 2026)

The fishing at Pyramid continues to be boom or bust right now

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS / Trout Creek Outfitters
The fishing at Pyramid continues to be boom or bust right now. Overcast skies, wind, rain, snow and a dropping barometric pressure are key factors for having a successful day out here, so plan accordingly. We are in the season
(More...) (Thursday, March 5, 2026)

Truckee River Fishing Report

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS / Trout Creek Outfitters
Since the last big storm event we have seen flows stabilize, but it did take longer than we had initially thought due to warm overnight temperatures prolonging melt. With air temps dipping this week, we should see flows continue to
(More...) (Thursday, March 5, 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)

Access is limited to Stampede with the current snow levels

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS / Mountain Hardware & Sports
Access is limited to Stampede with the current snow levels.
(More...) (Tuesday, February 3, 2026)

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