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By now, you may or you may not be familiar with our company. And if you are familiar with us, do you know how we got started?  Dean Lockwood, a Nebraska native, decided Lake Tahoe was in need of a fishing charter service and started Tahoe Sport Fishing in 1953. He grew a successful business…

February delivered another strong month on Lake Tahoe. We wrapped up the month with 265 total fish caught, continuing the steady winter Mackinaw bite we’ve been seeing this season. Fishing conditions were excellent throughout the month. We found consistent action in the 170-foot range, with most fish coming in between 2–4 pounds. The weather was phenomenal, giving…

We wrapped up January with 268 total fish caught, all Mackinaw (Lake Trout), a strong mid-winter month on Lake Tahoe. Fishing conditions stayed consistent throughout January. While we did see some snowfall, it was nothing major, and weather allowed us to continue fishing regularly without significant disruption. We focused on deep water for Mackinaw, with steady action…

We wrapped up December with 188 total fish caught, a solid month on the water, especially considering the heavy snowfall toward the end of the month. Mackinaw fishing stayed strong throughout December, keeping rods bent despite winter conditions. We continued targeting deep water for Mackinaw, adjusting locations as weather allowed and finding consistent action even during shorter winter…

We wrapped up the month with 287 total fish caught, 286 Mackinaw and 1 Kokanee. The bite stayed steady all month, and our captains put guests on some great fish. We’re continuing to fish west near Camp Richardson, using live bait and finding most of the action around 200 feet. Fish of the Month 🎣 A 10…

If you fish Lake Tahoe in the winter, you’re most likely targeting one species: Mackinaw. Also known as Lake Trout, Mackinaw are the largest and most sought-after trout in Lake Tahoe. They thrive in cold water, stay active through the winter months, and offer anglers a chance at landing a true trophy fish. Here’s why…

When most people think of Lake Tahoe, they picture summer blue water and sunny afternoons. What many don’t realize is that winter is one of the most consistent and underrated times of year to fish the lake. At Tahoe Sportfishing, winter fishing is something we genuinely look forward to. The lake is quieter, the bite…

October brought in some great fishing! Our fleet caught 210 fish this month, with the bite staying strong, especially in the afternoons as the water cools down. Golden hour has been on fire, making for some incredible trips, says, Captain Bobby! We’re currently fishing west near Camp Richardson, using live bait and finding most of…

After nearly a year away in the Pacific Northwest, The Prophet, our largest vessel in our fleet, is officially back on Lake Tahoe. ⚓️ This upgrade has been a long time coming, and we couldn’t be more proud to share what’s new. A Year in the Making Over the past year,…

Celebrate Big on the Lake! When it comes to planning a bachelor or bachelorette party, Tahoe isn’t just about nightlife and casinos. It is about experiences your group will never forget. And nothing brings people together quite like a day on Lake Tahoe with Tahoe Sportfishing. Fishing Charters for Any Size Group Whether you’ve got…

This summer has been one for the books when it comes to Kokanee salmon on Lake Tahoe. Captain Zach shared that August brought in numbers bigger than we’ve seen in years! Schools were spread out thick across the South Shore, about 80 feet down, making for some of the best action we’ve had in a…

A Co-Branded Blog with The Fish Sniffer Lake Tahoe’s summer fishing season is in full swing, and we’re seeing a lot of action on the water, especially in the early mornings. As we move into the final stretch of the season, conditions can shift quickly, and being able to adjust makes all the difference. We…

Repost from KRNV This past weekend, Lake Tahoe was hit by an unexpected and severe storm—one that took the lives of several community members and caused serious damage across the lake. Our hearts go out to the families and friends affected by this tragedy. We are deeply grateful our crews and guests made it back…