Current Fly Fishing is based in Reno, Nevada, with the Truckee River as our primary home water. Guided trips may take place on the Nevada or California side of the river, by foot or raft, with select trips on the East Walker River when seasonal conditions and availability align.
The best location is not chosen from a fixed list months in advance. We compare river flows, water temperature, weather, access, fishing activity, trip type, and your goals before recommending the water that gives your group the best experience.
Each section of water has a different character. Some locations offer easier access and a shorter drive from Reno, while others provide rugged scenery, longer walks, seasonal float opportunities, or a completely different river experience.
The Nevada side runs from the state line through Verdi, Reno, Sparks, and into the desert east of town. It offers a broad range of water, from accessible riverside parks to less-traveled lower-river sections.
The California side descends from the Lake Tahoe region through the town of Truckee and into a rugged canyon before reaching Nevada. Forested banks, pocket water, deep pools, and wild trout give this section a distinctly mountain-river character.
Float trips provide a different perspective on the river and allow anglers to cover water that is difficult to reach on foot. We use 13-foot whitewater rafts equipped with fishing frames, standing platforms, seats, and all required safety equipment.
The East Walker River flows from Bridgeport Reservoir toward Nevada and offers a very different experience from the Truckee. Brown and rainbow trout, dry-fly opportunities, and streamer fishing can make it a worthwhile destination when river conditions are suitable.
A famous location is not automatically the best place to fish on a particular day. The Truckee River changes substantially by season, elevation, flow, and time of day, so we use current information rather than promising one fixed section too early.
Flows influence access, water clarity, fish-holding water, walk-and-wade safety, and whether a float trip is practical.
Temperature can determine which section and time of day offer responsible trout-fishing conditions, especially during summer.
Air temperature, wind, snow, runoff, cloud cover, and seasonal insect activity all affect the day’s location and approach.
Experience, mobility, preferred trip length, fishing goals, and comfort level help determine whether we walk, wade, or float.
The Truckee River begins at Lake Tahoe and continues through California and Reno before flowing toward Pyramid Lake. Along that route, it changes from a forested mountain river to an urban and desert fishery.
That variety is one of the river’s strengths. When one section is affected by runoff, access, temperature, or changing flows, another section may offer a better opportunity. Local familiarity allows us to compare those options instead of treating the river as one uniform piece of water.
Yes. Tell us where you are staying, what section interests you, and what kind of experience you want. We will consider that preference while evaluating current conditions and the practical needs of the trip.
Location and trip style are closely connected. Some stretches are best explored on foot, while other sections become more practical or productive from the raft when flows are in the right range.
A focused option for beginners, visitors with limited time, and anglers who want concentrated instruction on a manageable section of river.
More time to explore multiple runs, adjust to changing conditions, work on technique, and experience a broader section of water.
A seasonal option for covering more river, reaching less-accessible water, and enjoying a scenic day from the raft.
Use these resources to understand the river, review current conditions, and prepare for a guided day. Final locations are confirmed closer to the trip when the most useful information is available.
The Truckee River is our primary home water, with guided trips on suitable sections in Nevada and California. We offer walk-and-wade and seasonal float trips, along with select East Walker River trips when conditions and availability align.
You may request a state or section, and we will consider your lodging, interests, and trip goals. The final recommendation also depends on current flows, temperature, access, weather, and recent fishing.
The best beginner location changes with conditions. We generally look for safe access, manageable current, room for instruction, and water that allows a new angler to practice casting, line control, presentation, and fish fighting at a comfortable pace.
No. Float availability depends on river flows, safe access, practical put-ins and take-outs, weather, and the section being considered. When floating is not appropriate, a walk-and-wade trip may be the better option.
Yes. The required license depends on where the trip takes place. Wait until we confirm the planned state and meeting area before purchasing a license. They're easy to get online and can be purchased as late as the day of the trip.
Nevada locations may be within or near Reno, while California and East Walker trips require additional driving. The exact meeting point and expected travel are confirmed before the trip after the fishing area is selected.
We confirm the meeting location before the trip after reviewing the latest flows, water temperatures, weather, access, and recent fishing. This allows us to make a more useful recommendation than choosing a fixed location far in advance.
Start by choosing the guide-trip length and style that fits your group. We will help narrow down the best location using your experience, lodging, interests, mobility, and the latest river conditions.
Truckee River Nevada and California · Walk-and-wade and float options · Final location based on current conditions
Current river conditions, hatches, fly recommendations, and fishing updates delivered straight to your inbox. Know what’s happening on the Truckee before you head to the water.
Current river conditions, hatches, fly recommendations, and fishing updates delivered straight to your inbox. Know what’s happening on the Truckee before you head to the water.
