Little Truckee River Fish Report for 10-24-2024
There has been a slight increase in flows on the Little Truckee River between Boca and Stampede
Little Truckee River - CA (Sierra County)
by Mountain Hardware & Sports
10-24-2024
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Water Conditions
There has been a slight increase in flows on the Little Truckee River between Boca and Stampede, currently reaching 51 CFS. Despite this increase, water levels in the upper river are still somewhat low. With the likelihood of more precipitation this fall and additional water being released from the dam, we can expect the flows at this fishery to improve over the next few weeks.
Tips for the Week
For anglers planning to fish the Little Truckee River right now, both nymphing and dry fly fishing are effective techniques. Those using dry flies should use 6X, 10-foot leaders. Currently, the hatches to match include pale morning duns, blue-winged olives, small and large caddis, and midges. For those nymphing, it's recommended to try the lower river or near the inlet, especially in the higher water levels. Nymphing in the lower sections of the river can be particularly productive for catching fish.
Suggested Flies
A few fly favorites to try on the Little Truckee River this week are a size 18 Comparadun, Griffins Gnat, Sprouted Midge, Elk Hair Caddis, size 18 PT Nymph, Zebra Midge, or a Tiny Parachute Adams.
More Reports
Mountain Hardware Reports
for Thursday, October 24thDonner Lake: The boat launch is still open and there is plenty of shore access
Boca Reservoir: Good shore bite off the dam in the evenings
Stampede Reservoir: Fishing has been slow for shore anglers, but anglers trolling from a boat are having success here
Prosser Reservoir: Water levels have dropped enough to take the boat ramp out of the water
Jackson Meadows Reservoir: The bite is really slow and no reports of stocking the lake anytime soon
Pyramid Lake: Most of the fish are being caught near the 70-foot mark feeding on chubs
Truckee River: Excellent fall weather the Truckee has been experiencing
Mountain Hardware Reports
for Friday, October 11thDonner Lake: At Donner Lake, the trout bite from shore is picking up as the weather starts to get cooler
Boca Reservoir: At Boca Reservoir, the best fishing spots for anglers are near the inlet and several different shore locations
Stampede Reservoir: The trout bite is still going well at Stampede
Prosser Reservoir: Currently, the water levels at Prosser Creek Reservoir are at 50% capacity
Pyramid Lake: At Pyramid Lake, the action has been good for anglers trolling in 55 to 90 feet of water
Truckee River: With winter on its way soon, some of the brown trout are currently showing pre-spawn aggression
Little Truckee River: On the Little Truckee River, water is flowing at a low 42 CFS
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