Pyramid Lake Trophy Trout Trips

Located just 25 minutes outside Reno, NV, Pyramid Lake may just be the best trout fishery in the country. Lahontan Cutthroat Trout to over 30 pounds have been taken here recently — and on every trip your chances of catching one over 10 pounds are better than just about anywhere. On our guided Pyramid Trips, you’ve got a heck of a shot at hooking the largest trout in your life!

JD is one of just a select handful of guides approved to by the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe to guide on this amazing lake and to ensure you get the best possible experience, we only offer private charters for up to 4 anglers. (If you do have a larger party, let us know and we can usually work something out).

That gives us the most flexibility on how we fish, which means more action for you!

How We Fish

We specialize in light tackle techniques:
Trolling, Casting & Jigging.

What We Provide

All fishing gear
Fish Cleaning

The Boat

Our comfortable & stable 26’ River Wild Boat features:

• Fully enclosed, heated cabin

• Spacious rear fishing deck

• Top-notch safety and navigational equipment

Your Captain

US Coast Guard-licensed Captain JD Richey has been a full-time guide since 1998 and is a licensed guide in California, Nevada and Alaska. He was inducted into the California Outdoor Hall of Fame in 2024.

A light tackle specialist, JD uses top-notch gear that’s perfectly matched to the style of fishing, means you get maximum enjoyment out of your day.

Season

October-April

Your Day

Your full-day fishing trip, unless otherwise specified, will begin just before dawn (exact times depend on time of year, weather, etc). Once on the water, we will give a brief seminar on the day’s techniques and then fishing begins!

What You Need to Bring

To fish Pyramid Lake, you’ll need a Daily Fishing Permit, which can be purchased through the Pyramid Lake Pauite Tribe’s online system. Permits are $24/day. They can also be purchased at the Ranger Station at the lake.
Lunch and drinks
Rain gear, sun screen and a hat
Camera