I do not know the fishing conditions, which is due to the lake has been closed for three months. But on October 1st, the lake will open for the fall/winter season. I would recommend for those Topaz anglers like myself. Strip your line and get a little bigger test on your real. Last year we averaged 3 to 7 lb fish on this lake, with  some coming in closer to the 10 lb plus. A Nevada license is not required, but a tribal permit is. I would recommend to go to the Pyramid Lake website to learn all the rules and regulations for the first time angler. You can also get your fishing and boating permits there as well.