Tahoe Fly Fishing Report Archives

Monday, July 13, 2009

Overall the fishing in the area is doing pretty well. The Jackson Meadows area is fishing well in the little creeks and Milton Res. The Truckee has been getting jacked around with the flows and that has made for a couple of tough days. The fish on the LT are still hanging in there. I Can't say enough about the bass in Prosser and Stampede they are in a fighting mood. Also, the DFG has changed their minds and planted Prosser and Boca with some very nice looking rainbows. And, those that need a quick dry fly fix head to the North Yuba with your four or three weight and have some fun.

There is construction on I-80 east and west of Truckee so some access points are not available for parking.

Also, Andy Burk, noted fly tyer, rock hound, and artist has opened a small shop at the United Trails RV Resort off the Hirschdale exit. He is featuring the flies that he has designed, some tackle, and artwork. His flies are very cool!

Truckee River*** The Truckee is fishing pretty good in the evening. The flows have been getting bumped around on almost a daily basis. The weather has been cool and keeping the water temps in the 60's. If you not catching fish move. Caddis has still been the best producer. For dries: E/C Caddis 14-16, Elk Hair Caddis 14-16, Little Yellow Stones 14, Stimulators 10-14, Green Drakes 10, and Parachute Adams all sizes. For Nymphs: PT, 14-16, Haresear 14-16, Birdsnest 14-16, stone nymphs 10-16, Copper Johns 14-16. and Drake nymphs 10.

Little Truckee River** These fish are getting smart. Go small use some stealth and Good presentations and you might hook one. Challenging fishing for sure.

North Yuba***-**** The reports I have been getting is that the N. Yuba is fishing quite well for small feisty fish. Caddis, Stones, and Ants should do the trick. These guys aren't too picky yet.

Milton Reservoir*** I have had some good sessions here in the past couple of weeks during the late afternoon evening. Midges seem to be big on the menu but, callibeatis and ants have gotten the grabs as well. For dries: Ant 10-14, BWO's 16-20, Griffiths Gnat 18-20, Parachute Adams 20-14 midge emergers 18-20 and Callibeatis 14. For Nymphs: PT's 14-20, Brassie 18-20, Zebra Midge 18-20 and Birdsnest 14-18. Streamers in 6-10.

Prosser, Boca, Stampede**-*** The DFG has planted both Prosser and Boca witch will provide some better action then we have been having out there on trout. However, if the fishing is slow on the Truckee or wherever you are at head to one of the dams and fish for the Smallmouth Bass. These dudes eat trout flies and put up a good fight! Some are quite large 3X- 4X tippet may not be enough. They are eating just about anything on top and Haresear, PT's, Princes, Copper Johns 14-18 and Crawdads 10-6.

This time of year fishing the Reservoirs from my boat can be more productive then fishing the rivers. I have a 16 foot lund that handles two anglers for fly fishing with ease. Ask about a lake trip, its different.

Steelhead Fishing on the Rogue

For those of you looking for a Steelheading adventure I book trips with Morrisons Rogue River Lodge. Now is the time to start planning for the best dates in September and October. I can be booked through Morrisons Rogue Rive Lodge, call: 1-800-826-1963. Check out their website www.morrisonslodge.com

See you on the River,

Brian