Stampede Reservoir fishing
Stampede Reservoir
Fishing tips include using lures or bait that mimic the natural prey of the fish species in the reservoir. Trolling with downriggers is also effective, especially for catching kokanee salmon. The best time of year to visit is from May to October, with average temperatures ranging from the mid-50s to the mid-80s Fahrenheit.
What's biting at Stampede Reservoir
Species commonly reported here -- tap any card for techniques, target seasons, and other waters where it's been caught.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Stampede Reservoir -- updated continuously from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Truckee R Ab Boca Res Nr Truckee Ca | 575 cfs | → |
| Sagehen C Nr Truckee Ca | 12 cfs | → |
| Little Truckee R Bl Boca Dam Nr Truckee Ca | 404 cfs | → |
| Truckee R A Farad Ca | 1,270 cfs | → |
| Truckee R A Boca Bridge Nr Truckee Ca | 1,140 cfs | → |
| Prosser C Bl Prosser C Dam Nr Truckee Ca | 71 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest campgrounds, parks, boat launches, and reservoirs so a fishing run can grow into a weekend.
Campgrounds
- Logger
- Logger Campground
- Emigrant Group Campground
- Boyington Mill Campground
- Boyington Mill
- Lower Little Truckee
Parks
- Verdi School Park
- Martis Creek Lake Recreational Area
- Truckee-Donner Recreation And Park District 1
- Truckee Regional Park
- Bill Rose Memorial Park
- Bill Rose Park
Reservoirs
Angling safety & ethics
- Know the regulations
- Check local fishing rules, seasons, size limits, and license requirements to ensure legal and sustainable angling.
- Handle fish responsibly
- Use wet hands, minimize air exposure, and release fish gently to improve survival rates when practicing catch-and-release.
- Choose the right gear
- Match your rod, line, and tackle to the species and conditions to increase success and reduce unnecessary harm to fish.
- Respect the waterway
- Avoid disturbing habitat, prevent bank erosion, and keep a safe distance from spawning areas to protect ecosystems.
- Keep it clean
- Pack out all line, hooks, bait containers, and trash. Discarded gear can injure wildlife and degrade waterways.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Stampede Reservoir as a favorite, set a custom threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Stampede Reservoir
What fish species are found at Stampede Reservoir?
Snoflo tracks the species commonly reported at Stampede Reservoir -- see the Fish Species panel above for the live list with images and links to per-species pages.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data comes live from USGS streamgauges, also refreshed continuously.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this area, set a threshold (water temperature, streamflow, snowpack), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Check your state agency's regulations for license requirements, seasons, size limits, and any waterbody-specific rules before fishing Stampede Reservoir.
How do I get to Stampede Reservoir?
Tap Open in map in the hero above to center the Snoflo interactive map on this area, or grab the coordinates from the location facts panel.
Other angling spots near here
Snoflo-tracked fishing areas within driving distance of Stampede Reservoir.