Lake Tahoe

 

Summer Bite is On!

 

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.

The folks at Tahoe Sportfishing reported an outstanding month with 648 Mackinaw and 1187Kokanee caught d...