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Sierra Drifters Fishing Report

by DOUG RODRICKS / Sierra Drifters
Here's your Eastern Sierra Fishing Report for 1-21-25. The winter continues to be a dry one, but there is a small storm in the forecast which may bring a little bit of snow to the region. We aren't expecting this
(More...) (Tuesday, January 21, 2025)

Angler Report: Caples Lake

by FISH REPORTS STAFF
Nick checked in with us after his recent outing to Caples Lake: It was slow going at first, but I took my time drilling holes and moving around until I found a spot that felt right. I eventually settled near the
(More...) (Tuesday, January 21, 2025)

Will it snow again?

by MATT KOLES / Gilligan's Fly Service
Will it snow again? Hopefully soon for the Truckee River watershed. Very cold at night, and warm afternoons. Flows are good and everything right now, but I get environmental anxiety. That's a real thing. For now, typical Winter stuff. Smaller stuff is
(More...) (Monday, January 20, 2025)

OTW | Truckee River and Pyramid Lake | mid January 2025

by RENO FLY SHOP / Reno Fly Shop
Mike Anderson with your On-the-Water report from the Truckee River 1/16/2025. Small dark flies are your friend during the colder months. Some dry flies will happed on overcast calm days, that is also a good time to try a steamer
(More...) (Friday, January 17, 2025)

Fishing out here has been tough

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS / Trout Creek Outfitters
With the high-pressure days as of late, fishing out here has been tough. But there are still some good bite windows to be had. These are mostly in the early morning hours, at or just after sunup. This is a
(More...) (Friday, January 17, 2025)

The river continues to fish well

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS / Trout Creek Outfitters
The river continues to fish well along most sections. The Glenshire area has continued to kick out some great dry fly fishing most days and they seem to be keyed in on midges primarily. Midge cluster patterns such as a
(More...) (Friday, January 17, 2025)

The lake level is slowly rising at about 3-6 inches a week

by DOUG BUSEY / Carson Now
The lake level  is slowly rising at about 3-6 inches a week. The Douglas County boat ramp is open and has only the middle dock in right now. Use a little patience and courtesy launching and coming back in. Shore
(More...) (Thursday, January 16, 2025)

Eastern Sierra Winter Fishing Report

by DOUG BUSEY / Carson Now
Hello fellow anglers. Welcome to the end of the Wolf moon. I am thankful it's over. A great sight to see and experience. But not if you want to catch fish. As many know, in the summer during a full
(More...) (Thursday, January 16, 2025)

The pond is frozen over for now

by KENS SPORTING GOODS STAFF / Kens Sporting Goods
The pond is frozen over for now, I’ll get out there later in the Winter to check on the ice conditions and pass that info on.
(More...) (Sunday, January 12, 2025)

Sure doesn’t feel like Winter

by TWIN LAKES RESORT STAFF / Twin Lakes Resort
Sure doesn’t feel like Winter. We are taking advantage of the weather and doing lots of work around the resort. Can’t wait to see everyone this summer!
(More...) (Friday, January 10, 2025)

From Carson River to Topaz Lake, 2025 brings winter fishing opportunities

by DOUG BUSEY / Carson Now
Hello fellow anglers. A very Happy "NAW" year to you all. This time of year, we are a little limited on where we can fish in the sierras. Right now we have some viable options, without cutting a hole in
(More...) (Saturday, January 4, 2025)

The winter "Maybe Ice Derby" is coming up on February 15, 2025

by J&J'S GRIZZLY STORE STAFF / J&J Grizzly Store and Camping Resort
The winter "Maybe Ice Derby" is coming up on February 15, 2025.
(More...) (Sunday, December 29, 2024)

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