Trout fishing remains productive near the dam

Boca Reservoir - Truckee, CA


by Mountain Hardware & Sports
8-27-2026
(530) 587–4844
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Boca Reservoir continues to provide some of the most reliable fishing in the area, with good water levels and steady action across the lake. Trout fishing remains productive near the dam, where shore anglers are having success with worms, PowerBait, and Rooster Tails. Kokanee fishing has also been strong, with schools of 10–12-inch fish offering consistent action for boat anglers. Trolling wedding rings behind flashers and covering plenty of water has been an effective way to locate schools. Early mornings and late evenings remain the best times to fish, when temperatures are cooler and recreational boat traffic is lighter.



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