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May Fishing Report – Tahoe Sportfishing

May was a fantastic month on the water, with our fleet landing 995 fish throughout the month.

May Catch Totals – more than double than last month!

  • 979 Mackinaw Lake Trout
  • 11 Kokanee Salmon
  • 4 Brown Trout
  • 1 Rainbow Trout

As Lake Tahoe continues to warm up, our crews have been finding consistent action for Mackinaw throughout the lake. Several quality fish were landed this month, including a beautiful 3-pound Rainbow Trout caught with Captain Zach, featured as our fish of the month.

Fish of the Month

3-Pound Rainbow Trout (pictured below)

While Mackinaw make up the majority of our catch, this month’s Fish of the Month is something a little different. On May 24th, Captain Zach’s guests landed a beautiful 3-pound Rainbow Trout in shallow water near Rubicon Bay. Rainbow Trout are much less common than Mackinaw on Lake Tahoe, making this catch a memorable surprise and a highlight of the month.

Person on a boat holding a fish with a lake and trees in the background.

3lb Rainbow Trout caught with Captain Zach on May 24th in Rubicon Bay

Despite a surprise round of spring snow last month, fishing conditions have remained excellent. Between the occasional storm, we’ve enjoyed calm mornings, comfortable temperatures, and some great opportunities for both first-time anglers and experienced fishermen alike.

Whether you’re visiting Tahoe for a weekend getaway or looking for a fun activity with family and friends, now is a great time to get out on the water.

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