Fishing is strong

Lake Tahoe


by Mountain Hardware & Sports
8-29-2025
(530) 587–4844
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Fishing is strong across the lake for anglers targeting the right depths. Surface temps are mid-60s°F. Mackinaw are holding 80–140 feet down near the Cal Neva Hole and South Lake, hitting jigged minnows and trolled plugs, with plugs producing larger fish. Kokanee are active around Baldwin Beach at 70 feet, averaging 13–20 inches. Big browns are cruising around 100 feet and taking Rapalas. Early mornings remain best before boat traffic and sun slow the bite.




More Reports

Mountain Hardware Reports
for Friday, August 29th

Truckee River: The Truckee is fishing really well!
Little Truckee River: Rewarding but challenging!
Donner Lake: Donner has been fishing well
Boca Reservoir: Boca Reservoir remains steady
Stampede Reservoir: Stampede is cool and productive
Prosser Reservoir: Fishing remains consistent
Jackson Meadows Reservoir: Fishing pressure is light

Mountain Hardware Reports
for Wednesday, August 20th

Truckee River: The Truckee is fishing excellent!
Little Truckee River: Low and Clear
Donner Lake: Fishing has improved!
Boca Reservoir: Continues to fish steadily
Stampede Reservoir: Cool and productive!
Prosser Reservoir: Consistent Fishing
Jackson Meadows Reservoir: Fishing pressure is light
Lake Tahoe: Fishing remains strong