Best fishing near Virginia City

10 fishing spots · 10 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best fishing near Virginia City, Nevada — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 10 of 10 fishing spots · best 15 shown on the map
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Fallen Leaf Lake
#1 Fallen Leaf Lake Good
34.9 mi away
· Water 66°F · a touch warm· Clear water · 5 FNU· Mostly Cloudy · 52°F
Fallen Leaf Lake is located in El Dorado County, California, and is a popular fishing area. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout…
Why 67: live conditions (good)
67Top-rated
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Cascade Lake
#2 Cascade Lake Good
33.8 mi away
· Water 66°F · a touch warm· Clear water · 5 FNU· Mostly Cloudy · 52°F
Cascade Lake Fishing Area is located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California, USA. The lake is stocked yearly with rainbow and brown trout, making it a popular destination…
Why 61: live conditions (good)
61Solid
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Donner Lake
#3 Donner Lake Good
32.5 mi away
· Nearby flows above normal· Clear · 42°F
Donner Lake is a popular fishing destination located in California, USA. It is home to various fish species including Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Kokanee Salmon, Smallmouth Bass…
Why 54: live conditions (good)
54Solid
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Buck Island Lake
#4 Buck Island Lake Fair
37.8 mi away
· Water 35°F · very cold, slow bite· Clear water · 0 FNU· Mostly Clear · 47°F
Buck Island Lake in California is a popular fishing destination, with anglers targeting species such as rainbow, brook, and brown trout. The surrounding area offers hiking and…
Why 55: live conditions (fair)
55Solid
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Lake Tahoe
#5 Lake Tahoe
24.2 mi away
Lake Tahoe is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including kokanee salmon, rainbow trout, brown trout, and mackinaw…
Why 50: resort size & terrain
50Solid
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Martis Creek Lake
#6 Martis Creek Lake Good
24.3 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Clear · 42°F
Martis Creek Lake is a popular fishing spot in California, USA. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, brown trout, and kokanee salmon. Nearby…
Why 47: live conditions (good)
47Rated
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China Cove
#7 China Cove Good
31.8 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Clear · 42°F
China Cove is a popular fishing spot located in the Crystal Cove State Park in California, USA. The area is known for its abundance of fish species such as halibut, sea bass, and…
Why 44: live conditions (good)
44Rated
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Stampede Reservoir
#8 Stampede Reservoir Good
28.8 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Clear · 46°F
Stampede Reservoir, located in Northern California, is known for its excellent fishing opportunities. Anglers can expect to catch a variety of fish species, including rainbow…
Why 43: live conditions (good)
43Rated
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Lake Aloha
#9 Lake Aloha Good
39.7 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 45°F
Lake Aloha, located in California's Desolation Wilderness, offers a variety of fish species including rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Nearby activities include hiking, camping…
Why 44: live conditions (good)
44Rated
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Angora Lakes
#10 Angora Lakes Good
37.0 mi away
· Nearby flows below normal· Mostly Clear · 45°F
Angora Lakes in California is a popular fishing spot for trout, with rainbow and brown trout being the most commonly caught species. Nearby activities include hiking and…
Why 41: live conditions (good)
41Rated

Fishing near Virginia City

The Virginia City area has 10 fishing spots on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best fishing near Virginia City

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Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

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