Fly Fishing Pyramid Lake

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Fly Fishing Pyramid Lake Nevada - The Ultimate Trout Fishing

Fly fishing Pyramid Lake Nevada is where a fly fisherman’s dream of catching a monstrous Lahontan Cutthroat Trout can come true, and here at Lacey’s Guide Service Pyramid Lake, we can help you in your quest to catch that unforgettable “fish of a lifetime.”

Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Guides

We are seasoned Pyramid Lake fly fishing guides who deliver our service from boats. We are dedicated to delivering anglers an exceptional turn-key experience by providing them with top-of-the-line boats, fish-finding electronics, fishing tackle, fly fishing rods and reels, and custom-made flies.

Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing - 20 LBS Lahontan Cutthroat Trout 10-23 — 20.2 LBS. Lahontan Cutthroat Trout 10-2023

Pyramid Lake presents fly fishermen with the rare opportunity to routinely catch trout of unusually large sizes, ranging from 5 to 25 pounds. And best of all, Pyramid Lake is conveniently located right here in the United States (Reno, Nevada). So, you don’t have to fly to the “ends of the Earth,” like Argentina, to find fish of this rare size.

Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Guided Boat Charter by Lacey’s Guide Service

At Lacey’s Guide Service Pyramid Lake, we have spent countless years and hours exploring every nook and cranny of this incredible body of water, which is 27 miles long and 11 miles wide (with over 71 miles of shoreline). We deliver our Pyramid Lake fly fishing guide service from boats. This allows us significantly more access to areas of the lake than shore anglers which improves our chances of landing your trophy fish.

Lahontan Cutthroat Trout are Special

Fly fishing Pyramid Lake for giant Lahontan Cutthroat Trout is a “bucket list” for many Trout fly fishermen around the world and our guided boat trips are the best way to access these fish. They’re the largest native trout species in North America, and catching one feels like a rite of passage for every fly angler. Their size alone makes them a formidable opponent, and the way they hit a fly is nothing short of spectacular.

Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Guides: United States Coast Guard Licensed Captain

As well as having a Pyramid Lake Tribal Fishing Guide license, all of Lacey’s Guide Service’s Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Guides are also United States Coast Guard Licensed Captains. We emphasize safety, compliance, and expertise. Our in-depth knowledge of the waters and fly fishing techniques helps us deliver you a responsible and unforgettable angling adventure.

Pyramid Lake Guided Fly Fishing

We provide the boat, fly fishing tackle, rods, and reels, as well as custom flies. We also offer fly fishing instruction and tips if needed, and are tireless in our efforts to change flies and fix tangled lines quickly to put you on Lahontan Cutthroat Trout.

Lacey’s Guide Service fly fishing guides are on Pyramid Lake nearly every day during the fishing season, we know where the fish are biting and what tactics to use to catch them.

Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Techniques

We typically use 3 different fly fishing techniques to catch these formidable Lahontan Cutthroat Trout depending on where they are located and at what depth:

Indicator fly fishing with a 2 rig setup – with Chironomid (midges) and Balanced Leeches.
Retrieve Strip fly fishing and sinking line – with Streamers and local favorites such as Popcorn Beetles or Boobies.
The Dangle fly fishing style – similar to jigging with a fly rod coupled with a 2 rig setup – Flies include Minnows, Streamers, and/or Balanced Leeches.

Whether you are a seasoned pro or a beginner, we customize our Pyramid Lake guided fly fishing trips to meet your personal needs. We offer half-day, full-day, and multi-day trips. We can accommodate 1 to 3 anglers at a time per boat.

We are one of the few Pyramid Lake guiding services that have two boats, so you can share the fun with friends and not have to trade days going out with your group.

Fly Fishing Pyramid Lake: Our Passion

To say we are passionate about Pyramid Lake is an understatement. Not only do we live here by the lake during the fishing season, but, when we are not guiding, we are on the lake scouting for fish. We know where the sweet spots are and what it takes to put you on fish. The Pyramid Lake fly fishing experience is truly amazing and we feel blessed to deliver it to you.

We have done our best to provide you with the finest fly rods, fishing tackle, boats, and flies so you can land that fish of a lifetime. So don’t wait any longer Contact us today and book your trip and reel in your world-class Lahontan Cutthroat Trout.

Boat Charter Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Guide - The Key to Success

With the addition of our new boat this season a 2021 24 foot SX241 Skeeter, we will be the only Boat Charter Pyramid Lake fly fishing guide service that offers the use of 3 boats. Our boats are equipped with state-of-the-art electronics, fish finders, fly fishing tackle, and Spot-Lock.

Fly Fishing Pyramid Lake Boat Charter with Center Console Boats

When you book your fly fishing Pyramid Lake boat charter on one of our Center Console Boats, you do have an advantage. Center Console Boats are a fly fisherman’s best friend. Their open deck layout provides ample space for casting in any direction, ensuring your fly reaches its mark effortlessly. And, with our Lawrence fishing finding equipment you can see fish schooling.

Spacious fly fishing areas
State-of-the-art electronics and Fish Finding Equipment
Comfortable seating and numerous storage areas
Music and Coolers

Great Stability and Ease of Access to Tight Spots

Center Console boats are designed to excel in shallow-water navigation, accessing prime fishing spots with ease. Stability is key when fly fishing, and center console boats offer superb stability, even in choppy waters, for precision casting.

Fly Fisherman-Friendly Storage Areas

Rod holders and storage compartments keep gear organized and within reach. No matter the weather, these boats are up to the challenge. In a nutshell, center console boats enhance the fly fishing experience, making every trip more enjoyable and successful.

Our New Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Boat – SX241 Skeeter

Our new 2021 SX241 Skeeter center console is 24 feet long and is powered by a Yamaha 300 HP 4-stroke engine (capable of 53 MPH), equipped with state-of-the-art fish finding equipment and all of the “bells & whistles” one would expect in a professional fishing boat.

The SX241 Skeeter is designed so that you can fish inshore or near-shore on some days, and off-shore on other days, The interior area of the boat is fitted with Gator C-Deck for extra comfort making the deck softer on your feet and cooler on hot days.

Pyramid Lake Boat Charter: 24-Foot Bay Champ by Champion

The Bay Champ, an ideal choice for Pyramid Lake Boat Charter, is powered by a Mercury 300 Verado and is equipped with Lowrance Electronics, a trolling motor, Spot-Lock, and soft shell C-Deck (Gator Deck) throughout the boat.

Out of all 24-foot Center Console Boats, this vessel has one of the largest casting decks from stern to bow with a 10′ 6″ beam. This allows our anglers one of the most comfortable platforms to exercise their best fishing experience on Pyramid Lake.

This unique style of center console allows us to handle big swells with a deep V-style haul. It will also sit on one the water enough to get into shallow water to keep our clients fishing through all conditions at Pyramid Lake.

Boat Charter Pyramid Lake: 20-foot Hydro Sport Boat

This Center Console, optimized for boat charters on Pyramid Lake, is powered by a Mercury 150 and is upgraded with all the newest electronics. It is equipped with a Trolling backup Motor and Spot-Lock.

This boat is ready to give you the best opportunity for the elements that Pyramid Lake throws at you. Fully equipped with US Coast Guard-approved life vests, throwing cushions, a radio, and many tools to help with an emergency.

Pyramid Lake Boat Charter Fly Fishing Guide Advantage

Access to Untapped Waters

Pyramid Lake regulations only allow shore and ladder fishing anglers (wadding) to fish on the West side of the Lake. As the old saying goes “Access is everything.” Our Boats have access to over 80% of the lake broadening our reach to remote areas.

Comfort and Ease Fishing from a Boat

Our Center Console boats are very comfortable, and fast, and KEEP YOU OUT OF THE WATER. Let’s face it when you are “ladder fishing”, you are in the water, and the water can get VERY COLD during Winter and Spring months.

Mobility and Optimal Fishing Depths

Navigating the lake’s underwater topography with fish-finding and sonar equipment allows you to adapt quickly to changing fishing conditions. You can fish from shore areas to significantly deeper areas of the Lake within minutes, which allows you better chances to land your Trophy Lahontan Cutthroat Trout. Click the following link to learn more about our fishing guide Services.

Pyramid Lake Lahontan Cutthroat Trout - Extinct to Thriving

The Pyramid Lake Lahontan Cutthroat Trout are the largest native Trout Species in North America. Located on the Paiute Indian Reservation, just 40 miles northeast of Reno, Nevada.

Pyramid Lake is a stunning desert oasis, the last remnant of the ancient Lake Lahontan which formed in the Ice Age (2.5 million years ago) and used to cover most of northwest Nevada, northeastern California, and southern Oregon. At its peak,12,700 years ago, it covered over 8,500 square miles.

Approximately 8,000 years ago, Pyramid Lake settled in at its present size of 27 miles long, 11 miles wide, and 350 feet deep and is the largest natural lake in Nevada. It is part of the Lahontan Basin that includes Tahoe, Eagle, and Walker Lakes, as well as, the Truckee, Carson, Walker, Humboldt, and Susan Rivers.

Beyond its ecological wonders and great fishing, Pyramid Lake holds immense cultural significance for the Paiute Indian Tribe, who have called it home for the past 600 years (Human remains date back as far as 4,000 years ago). The lake is central to Paiute traditions and legends, enriching the area’s ecological and cultural tapestry.

Pyramid Lake is a Unique Ecosystem

Pyramid Lake is more than just a fishing destination; it’s a one-of-a-kind ecosystem with mesmerizing blue turquoise waters, a captivating pyramid-like desert backdrop, and a 2,600-acre Bird Sanctuary that is home to a myriad of bird species, including eagles, ospreys, and white pelicans.

True to its name, Pyramid Lake is flanked by the distinct pyramid-shaped formations that rise dramatically from its shores. These limestone structures, known as tufa formations, add a touch of mystique to the scenery.

Home of the Lahontan Cutthroat Trout and other Diverse Fish Species

Pyramid Lake is home to five different fish species:

Lahontan Cutthroat Trout
Cui-ui
Tui Chub
Tahoe Sucker
Sacramento Perch

Click here to learn more about Pyramid Lake fish species.

When John Fremont “discovered” the Lake in 1848 (giving it the English name “Pyramid” from the pyramid-shaped Tufa desert formations) he came upon a local shoreside Indian settlement that presented him with extraordinary sized “Salmon Trout” (two to four feet).

The Lahontan Cutthroat Trout were not the main dish of the local Paiute Indians, but, the Cui-ui sucker fish. The Cui-ui come to shore in great numbers during mid-spring, for a two or three-week period, and were caught and used as food by the Indians for the rest of the year (some Cui-ui can get as big as well reaching 10 Lbs.) The Northern Paiute Indians called the Lake Kooyooe Pa’a Panunadu after the Cu-ui.

The Truckee River feeds Pyramid Lake

The Truckee River, which gets most of its water from Lake Tahoe, feeds Pyramid Lake its water. Pyramid Lake has no outflows, resulting in high evaporation rates and increased salinity, which is approximately one-sixth of ocean levels.

Breeding Ground for Bait Fish

Fish Species Pyramid Lake - Underwater Action — Watch: Pyramid Lake Nevada – What You Don’t See

Pyramid Lake has very large amounts of bait fish – the Cui-ui and Tui Chub. These bait fish travel in groups forming giant “bait balls” (safety by numbers). Consequently, the predatorial Lahontan Cutthroat Trout gorge themselves on these bait fish. These ideal feeding conditions allow these fish to grow to enormous sizes, exceeding 25 pounds in weight and lengths of over 3 feet.

The Pyramid Lake Lahontan Cutthroat Trout Story

The story of the Lahontan Cutthroat Trout at Pyramid Lake is one of horrifying extinction, due to the turn of the Century (1900s) mismanagement of an amazing fishery, to brilliant recovery from modern-day conservation and science.

Commercial fishing fleets were commonplace in the late 1800s and unregulated overfishing flourished to meet the hungry demands of the American West. Additionally, to meet the ever-growing water demands of the local Carson Valley farming community, the Derby Dam was built in 1905 to divert water from the Truckee River.

By 1938, the last Lahontan Cutthroat spawned on the Truckee River, leaving Pyramid Lake void of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout by 1941.

A hatchery program started in the late 1940s reintroduced other strains of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout to the Lake, but, none of these strains produced the giants of the past. It was not until the 1970’s, that a strain of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout from Summit Lake in Nevada, started to see some gains in size from 3 to 15 Lbs.

Fortunately, in 1975, in a small creek in western Utah, a tiny cutthroat trout, with unusual markings was discovered, and it turned out to have the lineage of the original giant Lahontan Cutthroat Trout of Pyramid Lake.

After years of DNA confirmation, the hatchery program expanded and the Pilot Peak strain of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout was introduced to Pyramid Lake in 2006. The Pilot Peak strain has thrived and is the giant that has made Pyramid Lake a world-famous fishery today.

Key Takeaways About Fly Fishing Pyramid Lake with Lacey’s Guide Service

Experienced Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Guides – All Certified USCG Captains
Center Console Boats equipped with state-of-the-art Electronics and gear
The only Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Guide Service that has 3 Boats (group friendly)
Boats allow more Mobility to Fish numerous spots all over the Lake
Top of the line fly fishing rods, reels, tackle, and custom flies (ALL PROVDED)
Prices: 1 to 2 Anglers $850 full day – $700 1/2 Day, 3 Anglers $1,000 Full Day. (occasionally we are able to accommodate 4 Anglers on a Boat – call for availability and pricing).
Beautiful Desert Lake environment with the some of the Biggest Trout in the USA
Comfortable fishing experience (not freezing from wadding or on ladders in the water)
All levels of fisherman welcome and fly fishing instruction where needed
Catch Your Trophy Lahontan Cutthroat Trout

Two Subspecies of Pyramid Lake Lahontan Cutthroat Trout

Today, there are two major subspecies of Pyramid Lake Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, and both of them reign at the top of there class in the fresh water trout fishing world.

The Pilot Peak Strain – Represents the larger fish, ranging from 5 lbs to 25 lbs, with a silver/gray color and no adipose fin near the upper back by the tail.

The Summit Strain – These Trout range from 3 lbs to 15 lbs, and exhibit more coloration with a silver body and red markings near the gills, and have an adipose fin.

Lahontan Cutthroat Trout Pyramid Lake Nevada: A Real Life "Jurassic Park"

The Lahontan Cutthroat Trout in Pyramid Lake Nevada have survived a rough journey at Pyramid Lake, from being considered extinct, to thriving by the thousands today. The re-birth of these prehistoric Trout are the result of a “lucky discovery” by a farmer on a small creek in Utah, to the application of modern biological science (right out of Jurassic Park), and conservation efforts (private and public) that really represents an amazing achievement.

Watch the video below to see the amazing story Lahontan Cutthroat Trout: A prehistoric legend returns.

Common Questions for Your Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Trip

How do you fly fish in Pyramid Lake Nevada?

There are two different ways to fly fish in Pyramid Lake Nevada:

Fly fishing off the shore using Ladders to suspend you above the cold water (wearing waders) and casting into an offshore self.
Fly Fishing From a boat – This is the method we exclusively use for our anglers.

Both shore and boat fisherman can use similar techniques to fish. Indicator fishing with a 2 rig set up or using the Retrieve Strip Method with a sinking line.

Where can I fish at Pyramid Lake?

Pyramid Lake is very big, 27 miles long and 11 miles wide, and figuring out where you can fly fish at Pyramid Lake can be a challenge due to the vast size of the place. Our years of experience have taught us that the fish tend to school in certain areas of the lake depending on the time of year. The Lahontan Cutthroat Trout moves often throughout the year, but, they have predictable tendencies.

We exclusively fly fish from boats because we are not subject to any significant geographic restrictions (other than those stated in the Pyramid Lake Regulations below). We have access to fly fish approximately 80% of Pyramid Lake, either deep or shallow waters, depending on where the fish are schooling. Unlike shore fly fishermen who can only fish on the West side of the Lake in shallow waters. Additionally, our state-of-the-art fish finding electronic equipment allows us to better locate the fish. Depending on where the fish are at, and their depth, we have developed several successful fishing techniques to land them.

Closed areas for fishing and boating at Pyramid Lake

1000 foot radius around the mouth of Marble Bluff Fish Way.
1000 foot radius around the mouth of the Sutcliffe Fishery spawning channel.
1000 feet from the shoreline of Needles from West Cove to Fox Bay.
The Truckee River and Delta.
Boats need to stay 250 feet from shoreline fishermen.

Here are some highlights from the Pyramid Lake Fishing Regulations:

You can fish 1 Hour before Sunrise and 1 hour after Sunset.
No fishing off of docks.
Fishing in Pyramid Lake requires only a tribal fishing and/or boating permit, no State of Nevada Fishing License needed.
Boats must be registered in their respective state as per the Tribe’s regulations.
Only barbless hooks are allowed for fishing, with a limit of up to two single, double, or treble hooks per lure.
The use of bait is strictly forbidden, including worms, eggs, scented PowerBait, or any organic materials on hooks
A slot size limit is in place: only fish that are 17 to 20 inches or over 24 inches long can be kept.
Fish not within the designated size range must be released back into the water.
Anglers are permitted to keep either two fish within the smaller size range or one from each size category (small and large).

Click here to see all of the official Pyramid Lake Fishing Regulations.

Pyramid Lake Nevada Map

Best Place to fish in Pyramid Lake?

The Best Place to fish in Pyramid Lake for shore fisherman is typically the South Nets beach, which happens to be the biggest beach at Pyramid Lake. The Pyramid Lake fish hatchery is located on the south side of the beach, which tends to attract a lot of fish, but, also crowds of fly fishing anglers.

Regarding boat fly fisherman, we have numerous areas depending on the time of year and where the fish are schooling – for example the Month of October it would be the Hells Kitchen located on the north east side of Pyramid Lake,

What is the Best Time of Year to Fish Pyramid Lake?

The season starts on October 1 and ends on June 30^th. Because we fly fish from boats, we are able to locate the fish throughout the year as they move. So there is no best time of year to fish Pyramid Lake because our boat fly fishing is pretty good all year round (weather and wind permitting). With that being said, it does appear that the first 3 weeks of October and the Month of June can be very active for Boat fly fishing when compared to other months. Check out our Blog, we have written several posts about how the fishing can change throughout the season.

Regarding shore fishermen, the fish typically don’t move into the shore area until November and start to school away from it by the end of March.

What size fly rod for Pyramid Lake?

We recommend the following size fly rod for Pyramid Lake boat fly fishing is 8wt – 9 foot fly rod or an 7wt -11 foot Switch rod, depending on the type of fly fishing technique we are using.

How big are the Trout in Pyramid Lake?

Pyramid Lake Nevada is arguably the best freshwater Lake fishery for catching Trophy sized Trout in the United States. The Lahontan Cutthroat Trout record in Pyramid Lake Nevada is 41 pounds, but, that was over 50 years ago. Nowadays, the Trout in Pyramid Lake are big ranging in size from 5 to 25 pounds.

Pyramid Lake Fishing Records: A Snapshot

1925: John Skimmerhorn’s Historic Catch
- Caught a 41-pound cutthroat trout using basic gear, setting a global record.
Valentine’s Day 2021: Quinn Pauley’s Notable Catch
- Landed a 39-inch Lahontan cutthroat trout estimated at nearly 30 pounds. Fish was Released back into Pyramid Lake.
- Fly Fishing from a Ladder utilizing an intermediate sinking line with a shooting head; specific fly type remained undisclosed.
- Fish was Not weighted – experienced angler estimate – Length was measured.
October 5, 2023: Klay Gustin’s Remarkable Achievement
- Caught a 31-pound, 4-ounce Lahontan cutthroat trout, possibly the largest in nearly a century.
- Using basic traditional fishing gear. Documented and released the trout back into Pyramid Lake.
March 19, 2023: Kesley Gallagher’s World Record
- Set the IGFA Women’s 16-lb Tippet Class World Record with a 21-pound, 8-ounce cutthroat trout.
- Verified weight with a certified scale and released the fish.

Why are the Pyramid Lake trout so big?

Pyramid Lake has a high alkaline (salinity) level equal to 1/6 of the ocean. This water is a perfect place to breed large amounts of bait fish. As the old saying goes, “Big fish eat smaller fish,” It is not unusual in the Fall months to see enormous “bait balls” of fish that the Lahontan Cutthroat Trout feed upon. In other words, the Pyramid Lake Trout are so big because there is a ton of bait fish available for them to gorge themselves on.

Best Pyramid Lake fly fishing Techniques?

We believe the following are the 3 best Pyramid Lake fly fishing techniques. Deploying these techniques is dependent upon the conditions and depth of the schooling Lahontan Cutthroat Trout.

Traditional Indicator fly fishing with a 2 rig fly setup.
The Retrieve Strip technique with a full sinking line.
The “Dangle” technique for deep water fly fishing. Similar to “jigging”, with a 2 rig setup.

What is the Best fly Pattern for Pyramid Lake?

We use a variety of different flies depending on the technique that are using. Typically, with the Indicator we are using a nymph (chironomid) on top and either a steamer or balanced leech on the bottom. For the Retrieve Strip technique, we use streamers, balanced leeches, and several local flies such as the Popcorn Beetle and a Boobie. And for our “Dangle” technique, we use a 2 rig setup, with a minnow or nymph on top and a balanced leech or streamer on the bottom.

There is no “Best Fly Pattern for Pyramid Lake”, but without a doubt, there are some that work significantly better than others depending on the time of year.

October: Balanced Leeches
November – April: Midges, Streamers (Midnight Cowboys), and Popcorn Beetles.
May – June: Balanced Leeches

How much does it cost to fish at Pyramid Lake Nevada?

Pyramid Lake Fishing License Fees:

Daily Fishing $24.00

3 Day Fishing $62.00

Second Rod – Daily $24.00

Second Rod 3 Day $62.00

Click the following link to Buy Your Tribal Fishing License.

Lacey’s Guide Service Prices:

1 to 2 Anglers:

1/2 Day Trip: $700

Full Day Trip: $850

3 Anglers:

$1,000 Full Day

Occasionally we are able to accommodate 4 Anglers on a Boat – call for availability and pricing.

Pyramid Lake Guide List

It can be very expensive to be a guide at Pyramid Lake. It costs $7,500 to guide the shoreline and $7,500 to guide from a Boat. Additionally, Pyramid Lake Boat Charter fishing guides must be Certified United States Coast Guard Captains. Click the following link to see the approved Pyramid Lake Fishing Guide list.

“It’s a crisp morning, you are on a amazing center console boat, and you’ve cast your fly into the azure waters of Pyramid Lake. The anticipation builds as your line slightly moves, you set the hook, and then… BAM! Your reel screams, and you know you’re in for the fight of your life”.

Preserve the Pyramid Lake Trout Population: Catch and Release, Barbless Hooks, and Rubber Mesh Nets

To help preserve the population of Lahontan Cutthroat Trout in Pyramid Lake, we promote the use of Catch and Release fishing with Barbless Hooks. When you catch a fish with us, we handle it carefully trying to preserve its Slime Coat the best as possible, using tangle free rubber mesh nets and release it properly to help ensure its survival. We also take great precaution of handling the fish during and after weighing process to make sure the fish swims off as healthy as it came in.

Preparing for Your Pyramid Lake Boat Charter Fly Fishing Adventure

Flight Information: Reno International Airport

The good news is Reno has an international airport. Most major airlines have easily accessible flights. Check your airlines for information. Southwest Airlines has very reasonably priced flights and there are some Semi-Private flights from JSX Airlines in Orange County.

Rental Car information. Most major rental car companies are located at the Airport. AAA Members, use your travel service to get great deals on your rental cars.

Here’s your checklist:

Proper Clothing and Sun Screen: Layer up. The desert can get chilly in the mornings and scorching hot in the afternoons. Bring a rain jacket as well and Sun Screen.
Fishing Licenses: Don’t forget your fishing license. We want everything to be above board. Click the link at the bottom of this page for details.
Snacks, Lunch and Refreshments: A day on the water can be tiring. We do not provide lunch, if you want lunch, we will provide it for a fee of $20. We do provide water, energy/soft drinks, and snacks. However, you might want to bring a thermos of coffee to keep your energy up.

If you should have any other questions, including Lodging and Dining options, click the following link for other Frequently Asked Questions.

The Pyramid Lake Experience Beyond Fishing

Pyramid Lake isn’t just about fishing; it’s a complete outdoor experience with plenty opportunities to explore.

Here are some things you can do:

Scenic Beauty: Take in the breathtaking views and snap some pictures. Pyramid Lake is a photographer’s dream.
Hiking: Explore nearby hiking trails and immerse yourself in the beauty of the high desert landscape.
Cultural and Historical Sites: Learn about the Native American tribes that have called this area home for centuries and visit cultural and historical sites.

Lacey's Guide Service - Owner

Hans Grotewold is the owner of Lacey’s Guide Service. Hans has been a professional Fly Fishing Guide since 2017 specializing in the Eastern Sierra (Mammoth Lakes) and the Pyramid Lake areas. Hans is a United States Certified Coast Guard Boat Captain and resides in Pyramid Lake/Reno Nevada.

“You’ve reeled in a Lahontan Cutthroat that’s the stuff of legends, and your heart is pounding with exhilaration. This is the magic of Pyramid Lake”.

Testimonials

Fly fishing Pyramid Lake with Lacey’s Guide Service and Hans is an amazing experience. Hans’s Pyramid Lake Boat Charter has put me and my sons on many Giant Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, including one at 20.2 Lbs. Lacey’s Guide Service has one of the best boats on Pyramid Lake, top-of-the-line fly fishing rods, reels, and custom flies. Not to mention Hans knows every inch of Pyramid Lake and where to catch the trophy trout. He is also tireless in his efforts to change flies and to give instructions to help you land your fish. If there is a Kobe Bryant of fishing guides, it’s Hanzo.

My wife and I had very little fly fishing experience. We enjoy Lacey's Guide Service because Hans does not expect his customers to be experienced in fly fishing. I would say that if you have never even picked up a fly rod ... you will have an enjoyable time fishing Pyramid Lake. Hans enjoys teaching even the inexperienced customer how to fly fish. He has taught both of us so much .... maybe my wife even more. Because she out fishes me every time we go! We have been fishing with Lacey's for one year now. The smallest cutthroat we have caught has been 5 lbs! I finally caught a 23 pounder this past October!

Hans is world class! His boat and gear are top notch, and he knows his still water fly fishing. He adjusted to the changing conditions on Pyramid Lake and kept us on fish all day. He honed into my buddy being the weak swimmer and gave him the TLC needed to get him hooked up, all while teaching me some new knots and helping improve my casts. I'm looking forward to the next trip.

Book Your Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Charter Today!

So, there you have it, Pyramid Lake is waiting for you, and we are ready to be your guide on this incredible journey. Whether you’re a seasoned fly angler or a newbie looking for an unforgettable adventure, Pyramid Lake has something special in store for you.

Don’t hesitate; book your Pyramid Lake fishing charter today and experience the thrill of catching these massive Lahontan Cutthroat Trout. The adventure of a lifetime awaits you. Tight lines!