Tahoe Sportfishing
Looking to go fishing in South Lake Tahoe? Then Tahoe Sportfishing has a trip with your name on it!
Mackinaw Lake Trout, Kokanee Salmon (Jul-Sep), Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout, and more inhabit these waters, depending on conditions. During the trip you might be light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, and mooching.
Your excursion begins aboard one of our 6 boats in our fishing fleet which can carry up to 8 passengers. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, as well as lures. Live bait is included, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.
There will be a First Mate on board for groups of 5 or more to help your trip run smoothly. A 15–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.
Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to have a CA or NV fishing license for everyone in your group. You can purchase a CA day or an annual license at our fishing office during check in.
It's always wise to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray), and a hat. We offer water on all our trips and coffee for our morning trips. You are welcome to bring any additional food and beverages but all we ask is NO BANNANA's.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (50)
+47Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
86%
Appropriate for children
86%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
92%
Jul 30, 2025
4HR Shared JUN-SEP1 12PMMax 5 Guest
Fish on !!
The way a fishing charter should be ! The crew was as salty as they come and beyond super cool! A laid back vibe, but also down to business about the fishing. The way it should be. The captain and deck hand knew their stuff and put us on the fish. There were two young boys on the trip, 11 yrs old and they had a blast! Not over crowded, and the crew was respectful and fun to be around. Everyone caught fish and had fun! Highly recommend. Capt James and his crew.
The way a fishing charter should be ! The crew was as salty as they come and beyond super cool! A laid back vibe, but also down...
Captain replied
May 28, 2025
5 Hr Shared APR MAY 7AM Max 5 Guest
Ralph & Gabriel / Father & Son Fishing Trip!
We went out with Captain James & Co-Captain Channon! We are not big time reviewers, But had to give credit when credit is due. Captain James is an Extremely Knowledgable Fishing Captain with over 30 Years Overall Experience & Our Group Caught 23 Trout Fishes!! Him & Channon BOTH Are Straight Up Awesome Diwn to Earth Peaople & Have tge Requured Patience to Help Yiu Out! LISTEN TO THEM & YOU WILL CATCH FISHES!! In addition Tgey Were ALL ON POINT From Booking, Ensuring you are up to date, Double checking with yiu day before, & On Fishing Day E erytbing was Accirdong to Plan! Entire Office Helpful Including Chrissy!! Very Nice....THANK YOU ALL WE HAD A GREAT TIME, FAMILY ATE ALL OUR FISH, & HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE!!!! See You All again Soon!!!! THANK YOU! RALPH & GABRIEL MACIAS MIAMI / FORT LAUDERDALE
We went out with Captain James & Co-Captain Channon! We are not big time reviewers, But had to give credit when credit is due....
Captain replied
Jun 4, 2025
5Hr Shared JUN-SEP1 6AM Max 5 Guest
FISH ON!!!
Captain James and Channing were GREAT! While it was a bit windy and choppy they managed to keep us on the fish. There were 6 of us fishing and we were able to bring in 13 fish. They cleaned them and filleted them for us to take home. I would highly, highly suggest them! Also, please make sure to book the early morning time when the fish are biting. We saw people leaving an afternoon boat the day before and only one person caught one fish - it seems like they just stop biting in the afternoon.
Captain James and Channing were GREAT! While it was a bit windy and choppy they managed to keep us on the fish. There were 6 of...
Captain replied
Apr 14, 2025
5 Hr Shared APR MAY 7AM Max 5 Guest
Best Fishing Trip Ever
Brought my family to Lake Tahoe on spring break vacation, had lots of fun from riding the mid-day ferry MS Dexie and having lunch on the boat while listening to the history of Lake Tahoe. next day was the fishing trip early beautiful morning, didn't take long before my niece caught her first Mackinaw trout, then the next one was my wife and my son. all in all, was a very good day for fishing with the Tahoe sport fishing. loved every minute of fishing on the lake .
Brought my family to Lake Tahoe on spring break vacation, had lots of fun from riding the mid-day ferry MS Dexie and having lunch...
Captain replied
Aug 5, 2025
4HR Shared JUN-SEP1 12PMMax 5 Guest
Come Ready to Fish!
Captain James and first mate Chandler led a fun-filled fishing trip! Each fisherman caught at least one fish and we had about 20 catches for the day. They guided us to good places, helped us individually and allowed us a true fishing experience. We highly recommend Tahoe Sport Fishing!
Captain James and first mate Chandler led a fun-filled fishing trip! Each fisherman caught at least one fish and we had about...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (50)
+47Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
86%
Appropriate for children
86%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Caught fish
92%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fish on !!
4HR Shared JUN-SEP1 12PMMax 5 Guest on July 30, 2025
The way a fishing charter should be ! The crew was as salty as they come and beyond super cool! A laid back vibe, but also down to business about the fishing. The way it should be. The captain and deck hand knew their stuff and put us on the fish. There were two young boys on the trip, 11 yrs old and they had a blast! Not over crowded, and the crew was respectful and fun to be around. Everyone caught fish and had fun! Highly recommend. Capt James and his crew.
The way a fishing charter should be ! The crew was as salty as they come and beyond super cool! A laid back vibe, but also down to business about the fishing. The way it should be. The captain and deck hand knew their stuff and put us on the fish. There were two young boys on the trip, 11 yrs old and they had a blast! Not over crowded, and the crew was respectful and fun to be around. Everyone caught fish and had fun! Highly recommend. Capt James and his crew.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Ralph & Gabriel / Father & Son Fishing Trip!
5 Hr Shared APR MAY 7AM Max 5 Guest on May 28, 2025
We went out with Captain James & Co-Captain Channon! We are not big time reviewers, But had to give credit when credit is due. Captain James is an Extremely Knowledgable Fishing Captain with over 30 Years Overall Experience & Our Group Caught 23 Trout Fishes!! Him & Channon BOTH Are Straight Up Awesome Diwn to Earth Peaople & Have tge Requured Patience to Help Yiu Out! LISTEN TO THEM & YOU WILL CATCH FISHES!! In addition Tgey Were ALL ON POINT From Booking, Ensuring you are up to date, Double checking with yiu day before, & On Fishing Day E erytbing was Accirdong to Plan! Entire Office Helpful Including Chrissy!! Very Nice....THANK YOU ALL WE HAD A GREAT TIME, FAMILY ATE ALL OUR FISH, & HIGHLY RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE!!!! See You All again Soon!!!! THANK YOU! RALPH & GABRIEL MACIAS MIAMI / FORT LAUDERDALE
We went out with Captain James & Co-Captain Channon! We are not big time reviewers, But had to give credit when credit is due. Captain James is an Extremely Knowledgable Fishing Captain with over 30 Years Overall Experience & Our Group Caught 23 Trout Fishes!! Him & Channon BOTH Are Straight Up Awesome Diwn to Earth Peaople & Have tge Requured Patience to Help Yiu Out! LISTEN TO THEM & YOU WILL CATCH FISHES!! In addition Tgey Were ALL ON POINT From Booking, Ensuring you are up to date, Double...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
FISH ON!!!
5Hr Shared JUN-SEP1 6AM Max 5 Guest on June 4, 2025
Captain James and Channing were GREAT! While it was a bit windy and choppy they managed to keep us on the fish. There were 6 of us fishing and we were able to bring in 13 fish. They cleaned them and filleted them for us to take home. I would highly, highly suggest them! Also, please make sure to book the early morning time when the fish are biting. We saw people leaving an afternoon boat the day before and only one person caught one fish - it seems like they just stop biting in the afternoon.
Captain James and Channing were GREAT! While it was a bit windy and choppy they managed to keep us on the fish. There were 6 of us fishing and we were able to bring in 13 fish. They cleaned them and filleted them for us to take home. I would highly, highly suggest them! Also, please make sure to book the early morning time when the fish are biting. We saw people leaving an afternoon boat the day before and only one person caught one fish - it seems like they just stop biting in the afternoon.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Best Fishing Trip Ever
5 Hr Shared APR MAY 7AM Max 5 Guest on April 14, 2025
Brought my family to Lake Tahoe on spring break vacation, had lots of fun from riding the mid-day ferry MS Dexie and having lunch on the boat while listening to the history of Lake Tahoe. next day was the fishing trip early beautiful morning, didn't take long before my niece caught her first Mackinaw trout, then the next one was my wife and my son. all in all, was a very good day for fishing with the Tahoe sport fishing. loved every minute of fishing on the lake .
Brought my family to Lake Tahoe on spring break vacation, had lots of fun from riding the mid-day ferry MS Dexie and having lunch on the boat while listening to the history of Lake Tahoe. next day was the fishing trip early beautiful morning, didn't take long before my niece caught her first Mackinaw trout, then the next one was my wife and my son. all in all, was a very good day for fishing with the Tahoe sport fishing. loved every minute of fishing on the lake .
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Come Ready to Fish!
4HR Shared JUN-SEP1 12PMMax 5 Guest on August 5, 2025
Captain James and first mate Chandler led a fun-filled fishing trip! Each fisherman caught at least one fish and we had about 20 catches for the day. They guided us to good places, helped us individually and allowed us a true fishing experience. We highly recommend Tahoe Sport Fishing!
Captain James and first mate Chandler led a fun-filled fishing trip! Each fisherman caught at least one fish and we had about 20 catches for the day. They guided us to good places, helped us individually and allowed us a true fishing experience. We highly recommend Tahoe Sport Fishing!
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