Fishing is strong

Lake Tahoe


by Mountain Hardware & Sports
8-6-2025
(530) 587–4844
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Fishing is strong on Lake Tahoe for those targeting deeper water. Surface temps are in the low to mid-60s°F, warming slightly in sheltered areas. Mackinaw are stacked at 400–600 feet and biting for anglers jigging or trolling. Kokanee are showing around 100 feet in South Lake Tahoe, taking bright spoons and hoochies. Rainbows and browns are cruising near creek mouths, with trout fishing best at first light or late evening while trolling 30–40 feet along the west shore. Fly anglers can find action with nymphs early and dries during calm evening hours.




More Reports

Mountain Hardware Reports
for Wednesday, August 6th

Truckee River: The Truckee is fishing beautifully
Little Truckee River: Full of Fishing Opportunity!
Donner Lake: Fair Fishing
Boca Reservoir: Trout fishing is still solid
Stampede Reservoir: Stampede is full and cool
Prosser Reservoir: Consistent catches
Jackson Meadows Reservoir: Jackson Meadows is a good option

Mountain Hardware Reports
for Wednesday, July 30th

Feather River: Solid Dry Fly Action
Lake Davis: Full and Fishable!
Gold Lake: The lake is full and well-stocked!
Sardine Lake-Lower: Consistent Action
Sardine Lake-Upper: Consistent Action
Packer Lake: Clear, Cool, and Full