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Plan a Fishing Trip to South Lake Tahoe, CA

6 guidesBest months: April, May, June, September
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What's Biting in South Lake Tahoe Right Now

Largemouth Bass
Excellentfreshwater
Spinning, Baitcasting, Fly Fishing
Striped Bass
Goodboth
Trolling, Casting, Live Bait Fishing
Brown Trout
GoodVarious
Catfish
Goodfreshwater
Bottom Fishing, Jug Fishing, Rod and Reel
Walleye
GoodVarious
Rainbow Trout
GoodVarious
Crappie
Goodfreshwater
Jigging, Live Bait Fishing, Casting
Smallmouth Bass
Fairfreshwater
Casting, Fly Fishing, Jigging

Top Fishing Guides in South Lake Tahoe

Scotty's Sportfishing - Scotty's Sportfishing
Scotty's Sportfishing

Scotty's Sportfishing

5(26)Top Rated
South Lake Tahoe, California
Eagle Point Sport Fishing - Eagle Point Sport Fishing
Eagle Point Sport Fishing

Eagle Point Sport Fishing

5(12)Top Rated
South Lake Tahoe, California
Tahoetopliners Sportfishing - Tahoetopliners Sportfishing
Tahoetopliners Sportfishing

Tahoetopliners Sportfishing

5(5)Top Rated

Lake Tahoe fishing , Tahoe Topliners sportfishing is the number 1 Lake Tahoe's fishing company, Lake Tahoe's Best since 1996!

freshwater
South Lake Tahoe, California
Tahoe Sport Fishing - John Shearer
John Shearer

Tahoe Sport Fishing

4.9(1540)Top Rated

Enjoy the best fishing on Lake Tahoe with a public or private charter from Tahoe Sport Fishing. Fishing trips offered daily. All ages welcome. Book online!

freshwater
South Lake Tahoe, California
Mile High Fishing Charters - Mile High Fishing Charters
Mile High Fishing Charters

Mile High Fishing Charters

4.9(128)Top Rated

Winner of "Best in Tahoe 2019". Mile High Fishing Charters is the premier fishing guide service in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Offering Daily to Multi day trips.

South Lake Tahoe, California
Nor Cal Charters - Nor Cal Charters
Nor Cal Charters

Nor Cal Charters

4.8(10)Top Rated

Our fleet of high-performance vessels, CA and NV licenses, and a professional staff make us the premier sport fishing company on Lake Tahoe.

freshwater
South Lake Tahoe, California

What to Bring

Check with South Lake Tahoe guides about what gear is provided. Here's a recommended packing list:

Essentials

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
  • Polarized sunglasses
  • Hat or visor
  • Weather-appropriate clothing
  • Non-marking shoes or deck shoes

Food & Personal

  • Water and drinks (stay hydrated)
  • Snacks or lunch
  • Cooler for your catch
  • Motion sickness medication (if needed)
  • Camera or phone (waterproof case recommended)
  • Valid fishing license (confirm with captain)

For freshwater Fishing

  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

California Fishing License

License: Sport Fishing License and Sturgeon Report Card

Specific closures and regulations apply to certain waters, including the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. Check current regulations before fishing.