Little Truckee River - CA
River Information
| Fish Species: | Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout, Kokanee Salmon |
The Little Truckee River, CA, is a premier, highly technical tailwater fly-fishing destination below Stampede and Boca Reservoirs, famed for large, wary wild rainbow and brown trout. Its consistently cold, clear waters and prolific insect hatches demand precise nymphing with light tippets and delicate dry fly presentations (matching prevailing hatches). Water flows are regulated by dam releases; checking real-time data is critical. Regulations often mandate catch-and-release only and barbless hooks. Access is generally good, though wading can be challenging.
Latest Fish Reports
| Date | Report | Author |
| 8-21-2026 | There is still a good hatch of PMDs happening every day, providing some consistent dry action The LT has been sitting at +/-45 CFS... more » |
Trout Creek Outfitters |
| 8-19-2026 | Flows on the Little Truckee have dropped quite a bit between Stampede and Boca Current Water Conditions Flows on the Little Truckee have... more » |
Mountain Hardware & Sports |
| 8-14-2026 | Flows on the Little Truckee have dropped quite a bit between Stampede and Boca and are currently at 46 CFS Current Water Conditions Flows on the Little Truckee have... more » |
Mountain Hardware & Sports |
| 8-14-2026 | The Little Truckee has been holding at 45 CFS The Little Truckee has been holding at 45... more » |
Trout Creek Outfitters |
| 8-7-2026 | The Little Truckee has seen a significant drop in flows this week The Little Truckee has seen a significant drop... more » |
Trout Creek Outfitters |
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