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Reno, NV Fishing Trip — August

Your Reno, NV Fishing Trip

August2 peopleFamily Trip
High 89°F / Low 58°F0.7" rain · 3 rainy daysHot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

What’s Biting in August

8 species
Brown TroutGood
Brown Trout
Various
Rainbow TroutGood
Rainbow Trout
Various
Smallmouth BassGood
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CatfishGood
Catfish
Bottom Fishing · Jug Fishing
Striped BassFair
Striped Bass
Trolling · Casting
CrappieFair
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
WalleyeFair
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassFair
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting

August Weather in Reno

89°F
Avg High
58°F
Avg Low
0.7"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Hot weather — bring sunscreen, a hat, and plenty of water.

4 Guides Matched

Current Fly Fishing - Current Fly Fishing
Current Fly Fishing

Current Fly Fishing

4.9(38)Top Rated

Current Fly Fishing Guide Service offers catch & release guided fly fishing trips near Lake Tahoe on the Truckee River & Mammoth Lakes Area.

Reno, Nevada
Pyramid Lake Fisheries - Virginia Calico
Virginia Calico

Pyramid Lake Fisheries

4.5(22)Top Rated

The mission of Pyramid Lake Fisheries is to operate and maintain fishery facilities at Pyramid Lake and the lower Truckee River for the purpose of enhancing Cui-ui and Lahontan Cutthroat Trout populations, while creating a balance within natural resources management actions, which reflects the social, cultural, economic, and natural resource values of the Pyramid Lake Paiute people.

freshwaterSpeckled TroutCutthroat Trout
Reno, Nevada
Pyramid Fly Co. - Pyramid Fly Co.
Pyramid Fly Co.

Pyramid Fly Co.

5(12)Top Rated

Pyramid Fly Co. - Fly fishing guide service and outfitter located at Pyramid Lake, Nevada. Home of the Paiute Tribe and the world's largest Lahontan Cutthroat Trout.

Cutthroat TroutSpeckled Trout
Reno, Nevada
Five Dot Ranch Fly Fishing - Five Dot Ranch Fly Fishing
Five Dot Ranch Fly Fishing

Five Dot Ranch Fly Fishing

Reno, Nevada

Five Dot Fly Fishing Club is situated just outside of Susanville, CA. Round Valley is known as one of California’s premier private water trout fisheries.

fly fishingfreshwaterSpeckled Trout
Reno, Nevada
$910
Estimated total for 2 people
$455
per person
Charter $500
Tip $100
Licenses $60
Food $100
Lodging $150

Estimates based on local charter rates and averages. Contact guides for exact pricing.

What's Biting By Month

Peak
1 / 2

Striped Bass

both
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Brown Trout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Rainbow Trout

Various
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Crappie

freshwater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

What to Bring

Check with your guide 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 / fly fishing Fishing

  • Waders (if not provided)
  • Wading boots with felt or rubber soles
  • Bug spray
  • Bug spray
  • Rain gear

Nevada Fishing License

License Cost
Resident$40
Non-Resident$80
Requirements

Required for ages 12+. Trout stamp additional for designated waters.

Buy License Online — Nevada

Species Regulations

Brown Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waters may have specific restrictions; consult the Nevada Fishing Guide.

Rainbow Trout
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Some waters may have specific restrictions; consult the Nevada Fishing Guide for details.

Smallmouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Catfish
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

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