Tahoe Trophy Trout 

5.0/5 (67 reviews)
 2435 Venice Drive East, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150, United States

Tahoe Trophy Trout 

South Lake Tahoe, CA, United States
22 ft
6
5.0/5 (67 reviews)

Make an adventure out of your next trip in South Lake Tahoe and go fishing with Tahoe Trophy Trout.

These waters are known for Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Steelhead, Sockeye Salmon, and more. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned. Now that's dinner!

You'll be dropping lines from a 22' Starcraft boat with space for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You might need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Children are welcome, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. It's recommended to bring snacks, drinks, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. There will be water provided on board. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Robert below and start planning your trip today!

Make an adventure out of your next trip in South Lake Tahoe and go fishing with Tahoe Trophy Trout.

These waters are known for Brown Trout, Lake Trout, Steelhead, Sockeye Salmon, and more. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned. Now that's dinner!

You'll be dropping lines from a 22' Starcraft boat with space for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are ready for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You might need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

Children are welcome, so get 'em offline and onto the water! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. It's recommended to bring snacks, drinks, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. There will be water provided on board. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Robert below and start planning your trip today!

Robert Varik
Captain
Robert Varik

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (5AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (11AM)
In high demand Last booked: 13 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip (3PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Sockeye)
US $900
Entire boat: up to 3 people
There are 6 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
67 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (66)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

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Trevor Rodrigues
Trevor Rodrigues
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
The captain canceled
July 16, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on July 16, 2026

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

Rick Winfield
Rick Winfield
us
Nevada, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great Evening, even if the fish were limited
Half Day Trip (3PM) on July 24, 20264 adults2 children

The fish weren’t really biting, but we reeled in a few and my boys and inlaws had a blast! Captain Rob was awesome, great evening on the lake!

Reported catch:
Sockeye Salmon
Adam Collins
Adam Collins
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Had a great time!
Half Day Trip (11AM) on July 10, 20262 adults2 children

Captain Rob was excellent! We caught fish right off the bat. He was great handling all of my 2 11 year olds questions. It was a great experience!!

Dylan Geril
Dylan Geril
us
Hawaii, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
First Fish On Lake Tahoe
Half Day Trip (11AM) on June 20, 20264 adults

First time out on the waters and fishing. We’ve visited multiple times and have done hikes and walked around the area. Captain Rob was awesome. Got is set up quickly, caught 2 lake trout and a kokanee. He even dropped us off at a spot in emerald bay so we could do a quick sightseeing while he filleted our fish.

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Sockeye Salmon
Amy Castle
Amy Castle
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip, awesome captain!
Half Day Trip (11AM) on June 11, 20264 adults

Rob was awesome - so chill, friendly, knowledgeable. we had such a great time woth Rob. We were worried about a midday trip in terms of fishing success, but we caught 8 fish in 5 hours! Definitely booking with him again next time we come to Tahoe. Absolutely a trip for the family memory bank.

Reported catch:
Lake Trout
Brown Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

FAQs about Tahoe Trophy Trout

Tahoe Trophy Trout offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group, additional US $150 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (11AM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $150 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (3PM) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $150 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (5AM) (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Tahoe Trophy Trout, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Tahoe Trophy Trout include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
Tahoe Trophy Trout offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
Tahoe Trophy Trout offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Tahoe Trophy Trout include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Lake Trout
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)

Your captain

Robert Varik
Robert Varik
Robert Varik

South Lake Tahoe, California, United States

67 Customer reviews
Typical response within 9 hours
Member since May 2023

Captain Robert Varik is a true master when it comes to catching Trophy Trout in Lake Tahoe. With 20 years of experience under his belt, he's ready to show you the best fishing spots, whether you're into jigging or trolling. Fun fact: he's got an incredible record of nabbing 10 double-digit Brown Trout on the West Coast, some weighing a whopping 17 lb! With his extensive knowledge and skills, Tahoe Trophy Trout is your ticket to a top-notch fishing experience on Lake Tahoe. So get ready to reel in some big ones and create memories that'll last a lifetime!

67 Customer reviews
Typical response within 9 hours
Member since May 2023

Captain Robert Varik is a true master when it comes to catching Trophy Trout in Lake Tahoe. With 20 years of experience under his belt, he's ready to show you the best fishing spots, whether you're into jigging or trolling. Fun fact: he's got an incredible record of nabbing 10 double-digit Brown Trout on the West Coast, some weighing a whopping 17 lb! With his extensive knowledge and skills, Tahoe Trophy Trout is your ticket to a top-notch fishing experience on Lake Tahoe. So get ready to reel in some big ones and create memories that'll last a lifetime!

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Lake Trout
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye Salmon

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
1997
Boat manufacturer
Starcraft Marine
Boat type
Aluminum fishing
Engine model
GMC
Powered by
1 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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