These fish aren’t gonna wait for you and neither am I.  It’s go time! As the water temperatures have dropped the fish have been frequenting the shallows a bit more. Now that we have that high pressure system and warm weather out of the way for the time being we will start seeing a nice push of fish slide into the shallows. The lake is 17 miles south of Frazier Park California and 20 miles north of Magic Mountain Amusement Park in Valencia California. Midges and nymphs have been working just as well as balanced leeches for us. While you’re gorging on chicken wings and nachos the fish are still engulfing midges by the boatload. Posted on April 25, 2019 April 25, 2019 Author RenoFlyShop. With the cold water we have been sizing down and slowing down the action of flies. With all the weather we are having we have been off to a fantastic start to the prime period of the season come get a trophy while the gettin’ is good! While we are still using the, "Quality over quantity", motto, some days can be a bit of both. The lake elevation has risen to levels that haven’t been seen in years which brings all sorts of new equations to the puzzle. Stay warm and comfortable and try to put in the time. If it’s in their lane and looks presentable more often than not these monster cutthroat will suck those bugs up like no other. Ken taking the win and taking the belt. Fishing under the bobber is almost always productive at the lake. It’s safe to say this year has surpassed prior years on the amount of quality fish being caught. It’s often the little things looked over that can make or break ones day. With the year classes going up it’s more and more common to see fish in the 8-12 pound range. Chris Dorszynski from Colorado and PFC Guide Morgan Kane filled up the Rising Net. Balanced leeches under the bobber continue to remain king until these fish start feeding heavily on midges. Largemouth bite slow. We’ve been seeing fish actively trying to create redds in shallow water. If the fish are biting and people are catching keep your flies in the water. Keep a good attitude, get out, have fun and go fish! The water temperatures are prime, their food supply is plentiful and the lack of summer pressure have these fish hotter than ever! . Also a good portion of the bio mass in the lake will be in the shallower water that has more sunlight. It’s always a good idea to have multiple set ups handy to switch up through out the day or if one technique is doing better than another. We are really starting to see bigger fish coming in at all periods of the day. The trout are still keying I’m on Tui Chub patterns whether stripped or fished under an indicator. To view the most current Pyramid Lake fishing report – Click Here. Did your bobber bury after you twitched it after a funny wobble? These fish are HOT and the fishery hasn’t been this healthy in decades. Gotta love Jordans facial expression. The days soon to come will be the periods everyone has heard about as the “prime time”. Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 11/27/2020 - 2:35pm. This is when the fish are prettiest looking by far with their colorful characteristics. We found that heavy sink lines and heavy streamers or jigs were the best way to get down to the deeper fish. But as we all know this lake just takes a few fish. Client Adam Nickle from Fort Collins CO with his PB trout, Jimi Damone with the Rising net duties, Dave Wagner of San Diego once again showing us how its done on the lake, Dave Wagner of San Diego with another cutty dressed up for the dance. Searching out areas with less pressure could be very beneficial and exciting compared to the normal routine. Hook sets are free! So soon to come (weather dependent) we will start to have more schools frequently coming to feed and hang out in the flats and the hang to shallower ledges ‘20 and up. The cloud cover allows the fish to feed more comfortably throughout the day with the cover from the storm. “Cold Hearted Cruiser” chasing chubs along the shoreline fell for a popcorn beetle. Being patient and waiting for the schools to come through is crucial. Here are some fly patterns that are going to be key to have in the box. It made for a memorable day and again goes to show how healthy the fishery really is becoming. Indicator fishing is still great this time of year giving the trout an easy meal without wasting a lot energy. The water very soon will be at a prime temperature at the shoreline to keep the schools of fish in close for longer periods. Both will catch but the fact that fishing an indicator will leave you in the strike zone longer is a big key in winter. Stripers have also been caught out of the canal up front while the water was running on anchovies over the past couple weeks along with a few trout off garlic or salmon egg scented powerbaits and nightcrawlers. Stripping will be popcorn beetles or boobies paired with buggers, or streamers. The amount of food available for the fish in the lake allow these fish to pack on the pounds like no other. That 1 fish that will be imbedded in the memory bank forever. Double hookups have been keeping the PFC boys running. Brogan Jayne from Denver CO with a sunrise fish on the streamer. Sure it’s informative. And what fun is that? Both indicator and stripping have been successful. An obese trout that resembles a football with the strength of a Clydesdale horse. Ie: buggers and beetles etc. January means more then Playoff Football it also means screaming reels, trophy trout and good times with great friends. Casey Anderson and the Pyramid Fly Co Team. Get fancy, get flashy and have fun. Last year the fishing was fantastic due to the warm weather keeping the thermocline deep and tight, making it easier to find the bait balls and the trout that were with them. Stripers can still be caught trolling throughout the lake with umbrella rigs or deeper diving jerkbaits. Ken Wilson from CA showing his crew how its done. As we creep through February there has been no sign of the bite letting up. David from New York fishing with Pyramid Fly Co got his midge game on ! Popcorn beetles and boobies accompanied by a wooly bugger or streamer on or close to the bottom is great universally around the lake. While we are still catching a few fish retrieving flies the bobber still remains king. Well, get off the couch and get to the lake. And for that, we thank you! On the actual fishing side we have been doing very well using various midges and nymphs in red, wine, and black. If you like big fish November and December bring in not only tons of 10+ pound fish but even a lot of the 20+ pound class as well. Wooly buggers and streamer patterns in all the natural browns, blacks, greens and whites as well as boobies and beetles will entice these fish. Clients Zach Parksons and Sean Solway made the trek from Tahoe. Jigs, jerkbaits and crankbaits have also been getting bit down deeper along walls and structures around the … The Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe has increased daily fishing fees to … People have been catching stripers out of the channel up front along the entrance booth and along the rip rap on night crawlers, anchovies and sardines bait and wait styler. Some of the largest fish in the last decade come from December and January. While the amount of grabs per day varies drastically, the number of heavy fish sucking up the flies up is damn near fifty percent. And as we all know stormy conditions is what often drives this lake. Great Job on your PB Bob. We are already seeing a big increase in the 10+ pound fish being caught from shore every day. This year has been fishing phenomenally. Quarantine ???? Mornings and late afternoons/evenings are still the best. This is the year to catch the trout of a lifetime. You know the old adage, “ You should have been here last week”? Instead of being quaratined at home, come join us for some peace, solitude and “The Worlds" Largest Cutthroat Trout” After all, they are virus free. Roxie Hamner with her PB monster Summit at 13 lbs 14 ounces Way to go Roieeeeee, The change in weather patterns is also proving to be a nice change this morning. Client Rob from CO bringing home the win. The time spent on the water with interesting, gracious, thankful and fishy clients has been nothing short of a blessing and we thank you for that. The positive side of going through a spell of warm weather is it gave opportunity for the water to try and warm up. Reds, wines, and blacks are a good start. Nice sized smallmouths in 5 - 20ft of water. “Let em run, let em run” 16.12 lbs. “Ropin” fish. But as we all know it’s still fishing. But you’re not too late it’s only getting better. Beautifully snow capped mountains tightly surround the mysterious cold dark blue water of the ancient lake. There has been such a large increase in big fish being caught this year compared to the past. With our team of guides we can get you on the water,. Richard Wagner fishing with Captain Rob was on point setting the hook anytime the bobber moved. It doesn’t hurt to leave the crowds and find new areas. As the thermocline disperses and the bait spreads the fish begin doing the same. Balanced leeches in olive, black and white. Stripping Tui Chub patterns paired with the usual boobies and popcorn beetles have been getting fish from shore especially when you can find deeper water access and quicker drop offs. The fish are fired up and love to hammer some quick moving meat. Fishing Tips » Pyramid Lake Fishing » Fishing Tips. If your new to the lake or wanna come out with us and enjoy the lake the way we do please pick up that phone and give us a call. Pyramid Lake is truly a World-class fishing destination, when the fishing is good. We are expecting more rain at pyramid and snow in higher elevations later in the week. According to PFC’s Casey Anderson, this moment was so special for Tanner and his father that words just can’t describe it, Congratulations Tanner ! At 65 Arthur wore waders for the first time, picked up a fly rod for the first time and caught his biggest trout to date on a fly he tied. Did you read that last part of the sentence? Go left on Smokey Bear road to the lake. Client Ed Anderson from ID with his Trusty Coat. Again in the same colors as the beetles and boobies but use opposite colors when using the pair for higher contrast between flies. Say this year has surpassed prior years on the move and pushing in will get you on the chew again! Great time chasing these monster cutthroat will follow the bait spreads out and don’t think you’re na. 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