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Truckee River

River Information

Fish Species: Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Common Carp, Lahontan Cutthroat, Mountain Whitefish
The Truckee River, traversing Nevada from the California state line to Pyramid Lake, represents a seminal coldwater riverine ecosystem, supporting a globally recognized wild trout fishery. This substantial freestone system maintains robust populations of Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), Brown Trout (Salmo trutta), and the ecologically critical native Lahontan Cutthroat Trout (Oncorhynchus clarkii henshawi), the latter subject to intensive restoration efforts by the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW). The river's diverse hydrogeomorphology, encompassing swift riffles, deep runs, and complex pool structures, provides optimal habitat for large, acutely wary salmonids.

Angling methodologies are predominantly technical and demanding. Spin casting with substantial spoons or minnow-imitative crankbaits is efficacious in deeper, faster water, requiring precise presentations. Fly fishing is the preeminent technique. Nymphing with large, imitative patterns (e.g., stonefly, caddis, mayfly nymphs) is consistently effective subsurface, often necessitating advanced dead-drift or European nymphing strategies. Opportunistic dry fly presentations during prolific entomological hatches or terrestrial falls demand accurate, drag-free drifts. Streamer fishing with large baitfish imitations is frequently the most effective technique for eliciting strikes from trophy-sized specimens. Wading can be challenging due to swift currents and irregular substrate. Optimal fishing periods are perennially available, contingent upon regulated flows and seasonal metabolic activity. Access varies from highly developed urban parks to more remote stretches. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current NDOW regulations, which frequently include artificial lures only and single, barbless hook restrictions, crucial for the sustained ecological integrity of this exceptional riverine resource.
7-18-2024 3:45 pm / TRUCKEE R A TAHOE CITY CA
Gage Height: 3.73 feet / Discharge Rate: 272 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: 0.01 feet / 2 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -0.18 feet / -40 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:30 pm / TRUCKEE R NR TRUCKEE CA
Gage Height: 2.31 feet / Discharge Rate: 266 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: -0.02 feet / 3 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -0.15 feet / -106 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:45 pm / TRUCKEE R A BOCA BRIDGE NR TRUCKEE CA
Gage Height: 6.59 feet / Discharge Rate: 550 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: -0.01 feet / -6 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -0.59 feet / -361 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:45 pm / TRUCKEE R A FARAD CA
Gage Height: 4.29 feet / Discharge Rate: 618 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: -0.01 feet / -6 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -0.58 feet / -472 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:50 pm / TRUCKEE RV NR MOGUL, NV
Gage Height: 5.97 feet / Discharge Rate: 441 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: -0.03 feet / -15 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -0.66 feet / -431 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:50 pm / TRUCKEE RV AT RENO, NV
Gage Height: 4.52 feet / Discharge Rate: 461 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: -0.02 feet / -8 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -0.88 feet / -421 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:40 pm / TRUCKEE RV AT GLENDALE AVE NR SPARKS, NV
Gage Height: 5.41 feet / Discharge Rate: 391 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: 0.01 feet / 5 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -0.76 feet / -454 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:35 pm / TRUCKEE RV NR SPARKS, NV
Gage Height: 5.46 feet / Discharge Rate: 387 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: -0.02 feet / -9 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -0.79 feet / -452 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:50 pm / TRUCKEE RV AT VISTA, NV
Gage Height: 4.23 feet / Discharge Rate: 405 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: -0.09 feet / -41 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -1.44 feet / -502 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:50 pm / TRUCKEE RV NR TRACY, NV
Gage Height: 7.13 feet / Discharge Rate: 175 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: -0.15 feet / -42 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -1.67 feet / -764 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:50 pm / TRUCKEE RV BLW DERBY DAM NR WADSWORTH, NV
Gage Height: 2.83 feet / Discharge Rate: 313 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: 0.11 feet / 32 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -1.22 feet / -485 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:40 pm / TRUCKEE RV AT WADSWORTH, NV
Gage Height: 4.98 feet / Discharge Rate: 358 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: 0.2 feet / 70 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -1.09 feet / -490 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:40 pm / TRUCKEE RV NR NIXON, NV
Gage Height: 3.76 feet / Discharge Rate: 335 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: 0.13 feet / 46 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -1.03 feet / -503 cubic feet per second

7-18-2024 3:45 pm / TRUCKEE R BL MARTIS C NR TRUCKEE CA
Gage Height: 4.27 feet / Discharge Rate: 329 cubic feet per second
Weekly Change: -0.01 feet / -5 cubic feet per second
Monthly Change: -0.29 feet / -167 cubic feet per second





Latest Fish Reports

Date Report Author
3-29-2026 Solid to great fishing on the Truckee River
Solid to great fishing on the Truckee River. Pretty... more »		 Matt Koles
3-27-2026 The Truckee River is seeing flows change not only daily but hourly
The Truckee River is seeing flows change not... more »		 Trout Creek Outfitters
3-25-2026 The main Truckee River is fishing well right now
Current Water Conditions The main Truckee River is fishing... more »		 Mountain Hardware & Sports
3-24-2026 LCT caught and released in Downtown Reno
    Caleb, @tied_byfaith , caught and released a LCT... more »		 Reno Fly Shop
3-22-2026 Winter is over on the Truckee River
Well, Winter is over on the Truckee River. I'm... more »		 Matt Koles
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