Little Truckee River Fish Report for 8-21-2024
The current flow on the Little Truckee River is approximately 62 CFS
Little Truckee River - CA (Sierra County)
by Mountain Hardware & Sports
8-21-2024
(530) 587–4844
Website
Water Conditions
The current flow on the Little Truckee River is approximately 62 CFS. Cold water is currently being released from the bottom of Stampede. With the upcoming cooler weather this week, water temperatures and conditions should be optimal for fishing. Although some sections of the river may have a slight mossy appearance, overall, it is mostly clear. The middle meadow section of the Little Truckee is currently fishing well.
Tips for the Week
Dry fly fishing on the Little Truckee River has been excellent from 10 am to 2 pm. Anglers have had success using PMDs, caddis, and midges. Since stealth is crucial, anglers should use long 12-foot, 5x or 6x leaders for a delicate presentation. It's important to avoid wearing bright clothing and to move slowly in order to deceive these cautious fish. Anglers can also try using hopper droppers with small nymphs or fishing with small nymphs under an indicator in the fast water, both of which have been effective techniques for catching fish.
Suggested Flies
Some fly favorites to try on the Little Truckee River this week are Melon Quill size 16, Pale morning Dunn Mole Fly size 18, Pink Cahill size 18, E/C Caddis size 16, and Z-wing Caddis Green size 16.
More Reports
Mountain Hardware Reports
for Wednesday, August 21stDonner Lake: With the cooler temperatures, the rainbow trout fishing at Donner Lake has been good
Boca Reservoir: The resident brown and rainbow trout are starting to move into the shallows
Stampede Reservoir: At Stampede anglers are finding success fishing for kokanee
Prosser Creek: At the moment, fishing at Prosser Creek Reservoir can be hit or miss
Truckee River: The Truckee River is flowing out of Lake Tahoe at 260 CFS
Mountain Hardware Reports
for Thursday, August 8thDonner Lake: Some good fishing near the boat ramp and creek mouth
Boca Reservoir: Boca Reservoir Report
Stampede Reservoir: Currently, at Stampede Reservoir, the Kokanee are biting at around 70 feet depth
Prosser Reservoir: Fishing at Prosser Creek Reservoir has been great
Jackson Meadows Reservoir: Water is warm and the fishing has been slow here
Truckee River: Water temperatures are relatively the same as last week on the Truckee River
Little Truckee River: Currently, the most effective fishing technique for the Little Truckee River is dry fly fishing
Website Hosting and Design provided by TECK.net