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Sparks, NV Fishing Trip — May

Your Sparks, NV Fishing Trip

May2 peopleFamily Trip
High 75°F / Low 47°F0.4" rain · 3 rainy daysGreat weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

What’s Biting in May

5 species
Smallmouth BassExcellent
Smallmouth Bass
Casting · Fly Fishing
CrappieExcellent
Crappie
Jigging · Live Bait Fishing
WalleyeExcellent
Walleye
Various
Largemouth BassExcellent
Largemouth Bass
Spinning · Baitcasting
Northern PikeExcellent
Northern Pike
Various

May Weather in Sparks

75°F
Avg High
47°F
Avg Low
0.4"
Rainfall
3
Rainy Days

Great weather for fishing — light layers and sunscreen recommended.

5 Guides Near Sparks

No guides are based in Sparks, but these guides operate nearby.

Nor-Cal Charters - Nor-Cal Charters
Nor-Cal Charters

Nor-Cal Charters

5(48)Top Rated
Zephyr Cove, Nevada
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

Smallmouth Bass

freshwater
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

Walleye

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

Largemouth Bass

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

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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

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

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Crappie
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:25 per day
Size Limit:No size limit

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

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

Check specific water body regulations for exceptions.

Largemouth Bass
Season:Year-round
Bag Limit:5 per day
Size Limit:13-inch minimum

Special regulations may apply at certain locations, including catch-and-release only areas. Consult the Nevada Fishing Guide for specific waterbody regulations.

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