Boca Reservoir - Truckee, CA

Lake Information
Fish Species: | Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout, Mackinaw Trout, Kokanee Salmon |
Boca Reservoir, situated just outside Truckee, CA, is a high-country tailwater fishery that offers productive fly fishing opportunities for rainbow, brown, and brook trout, along with seasonal kokanee salmon. Its proximity to the Little Truckee River provides an influx of cold water and nutrients, making the inlet zone particularly effective for targeting trout during spring and fall migrations.
Anglers will find the best fly fishing near the inlet and drop-off zones. Nymphs such as midges, chironomids, and balanced leeches under indicators are highly effective. Streamers—especially olive and black buggers—work well when retrieved along submerged structure. During optimal conditions, dry-dropper rigs and attractor dries can also entice surface strikes.
Due to fluctuating reservoir levels and seasonal drawdowns, fishing success often depends on water temperature and clarity. Early mornings and evenings tend to be the most productive during summer months. For those equipped with float tubes or small boats, trolling streamers or deep nymph rigs can result in consistent action.
Boca offers a quieter alternative to nearby Truckee-area waters, with reliable access and stunning views of the Sierra Nevada. It is an ideal destination for anglers looking to combine stillwater and moving water techniques in one location, especially during spring runoff or shoulder seasons when nearby rivers become less predictable.
Anglers will find the best fly fishing near the inlet and drop-off zones. Nymphs such as midges, chironomids, and balanced leeches under indicators are highly effective. Streamers—especially olive and black buggers—work well when retrieved along submerged structure. During optimal conditions, dry-dropper rigs and attractor dries can also entice surface strikes.
Due to fluctuating reservoir levels and seasonal drawdowns, fishing success often depends on water temperature and clarity. Early mornings and evenings tend to be the most productive during summer months. For those equipped with float tubes or small boats, trolling streamers or deep nymph rigs can result in consistent action.
Boca offers a quieter alternative to nearby Truckee-area waters, with reliable access and stunning views of the Sierra Nevada. It is an ideal destination for anglers looking to combine stillwater and moving water techniques in one location, especially during spring runoff or shoulder seasons when nearby rivers become less predictable.
Latest Fish Plants
Plant Date | Species | Source | Total Pounds |
8-25-2024 | Rainbow Trout | CDFW | |
9-18-2023 | Rainbow Trout | CDFW | |
6-07-2020 | Rainbow Trout | CDFW | |
8-11-2019 | Rainbow Trout | CDFW | |
6-23-2019 | Rainbow Trout | CDFW |
Latest Fish Reports
Date | Report | Author |
6-10-2025 | Boca Reservoir is full and fishing well Boca Reservoir is full and fishing well for... more » |
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6-3-2025 | Trout fishing has been solid Water levels at Boca Reservoir are at a... more » |
Mountain Hardware & Sports |
5-27-2025 | Trolling for kokanee and rainbows has improved At Boca Reservoir, water level continues rising, bringing... more » |
Mountain Hardware & Sports |
5-13-2025 | At Boca Reservoir, water levels continue to rise with the winter water shuffle At Boca Reservoir, water levels continue to rise... more » |
Mountain Hardware & Sports |
4-21-2025 | Boca’s fishing and boating season is picking up with good flows from the Little Truckee Boca’s fishing and boating season is picking up... more » |
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