Lake Tahoe Updates

Lake Tahoe


by Mountain Hardware & Sports
7-24-2025
(530) 587–4844
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Lake Tahoe’s surface temps range from the low to mid 60s°F, warming slightly in sheltered areas. Mackinaw in Lake Tahoe are found deep and are being caught via trolling or jigging. Most anglers jigging for macks are fishing in the 400 to 600 foot range. Kokanee are schooling deeper in South Lake Tahoe, and hitting bright spoons or hoochies at 100 feet. Rainbows and browns are cruising near creek mouths. Trout action is best early and late while trolling 30–40 feet near the west shore. Fly anglers can find success with nymphs early and dry flies at dawn or dusk.




More Reports

Mountain Hardware Reports
for Thursday, July 24th

Truckee River: The Truckee River is fishing strong
Little Truckee River: Stealth is Key!
Donner Lake: Fishing remains productive
Boca Reservoir: Still producing fish!
Stampede Reservoir: The lake is full
Prosser Creek: Early outings are best
Jackson Meadows Reservoir: Jackson Meadows is a good option

Mountain Hardware Reports
for Thursday, July 17th

Truckee River: The Truckee River continues to fish well
Little Truckee River: Excellent sight-fishing opportunities
Donner Lake: Donner Lake is fishing well
Boca Reservoir: Boca Reservoir continues to offer steady action
Stampede Reservoir: Kokanee are being caught consistently
Prosser Creek: Solid mixed-bag bite this week
Jackson Meadows Reservoir: Jackson Meadows Reservoir is a good option
Lake Tahoe: Mackinaw are now holding deep