Tahoe Sportfishing
+3Looking 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.
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Tahoe Sportfishing
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+38Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Appropriate for children
86%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
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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...
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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.
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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 .
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Memorable experience!
Half Day Private Trip NOV-MAR 12.30 on March 22, 2025
We booked a private trip for a group of 18/19 year old hockey players who wanted to do something fun while also enjoying the beautiful scenery in Lake Tahoe. This trip definitely gave them memories to last years as the captain and crew were great in making the outing successful. Appreciated all the guidance from the captain and crew as these boys were new to fishing! But happy to report they came back with enough fish for dinner! Can’t wait to do it again!
We booked a private trip for a group of 18/19 year old hockey players who wanted to do something fun while also enjoying the beautiful scenery in Lake Tahoe. This trip definitely gave them memories to last years as the captain and crew were great in making the outing successful. Appreciated all the guidance from the captain and crew as these boys were new to fishing! But happy to report they came back with enough fish for dinner! Can’t wait to do it again!
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Great Experience!
5 Hr Shared APR MAY 7AM Max 5 Guest on May 31, 2025
This was my 11 year old son's first time fishing. I'd like to sincerely thank Captain Bobby and Dawson for making my son's fishing experience an incredible one. Captain Bobby and Dawson went above and beyond to teach my son and make him feel comfortable. I 100% recommend these guys!
This was my 11 year old son's first time fishing. I'd like to sincerely thank Captain Bobby and Dawson for making my son's fishing experience an incredible one. Captain Bobby and Dawson went above and beyond to teach my son and make him feel comfortable. I 100% recommend these guys!
FAQs about Tahoe Sportfishing
What are the trip rates for Tahoe Sportfishing?
Tahoe Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
- US $180 per person - 4 Hr Shared NOVMAR 12.30Max 5 guest (4 hours)
- US $180 per person - 4Hr Shared APR-MAY 1PM Max 5 Guests (4 hours)
- US $180 per person - 4HR Shared JUN-SEP1 12PMMax 5 Guest (4 hours)
- US $180 per person - 4hr Shared NOV/FEB 8AM Max 5 guests (4 hours)
- US $180 per person - 4hr Shared SEP/OCT 1PM Max 5 guests (4 hours)
- US $200 per person - 1/2 Day Shared OCT 7.30 Max 5 guest (5 hours)
- US $200 per person - 4hr Shared MAR 7.30 AM Max 5 guests (4 hours)
- US $200 per person - 5 Hr Shared APR MAY 7AM Max 5 Guest (5 hours)
- US $200 per person - 5Hr Shared JUN-SEP1 6AM Max 5 Guest (5 hours)
- US $1,260 per group, additional US $210 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private Trip APR MAY 1PM (4 hours)
- US $1,260 per group, additional US $210 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private Trip NOV-MAR 12.30 (4 hours)
- US $1,260 per group, additional US $210 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private Trip SEP OCT(1PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,260 per group, additional US $210 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private TripJUN-SEP 1 12PM (4 hours)
- US $1,380 per group, additional US $230 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private Trip APR MAY 7AM (5 hours)
- US $1,380 per group, additional US $230 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private Trip JUN-SEP 1 6AM (5 hours)
- US $1,380 per group, additional US $230 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private Trip MAR 7.30 (5 hours)
- US $1,380 per group, additional US $230 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private Trip NOV-FEB 8AM (4 hours)
- US $1,380 per group, additional US $230 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private Trip OCT (7.30AM) (5 hours)
- US $1,380 per group, additional US $230 per person after 6 guests - Half Day Private Trip SEP (7AM) (5 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Tahoe Sportfishing?
When you book a trip with Tahoe Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Wireless Trolling Motor
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Tahoe Sportfishing?
Trips booked with Tahoe Sportfishing include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (We clean & gut. Fillet at request. Additional tip.)
- Drinks (Coffee in the morning, water all day. )
- First Mate (On private boats and groups 5 and over. )
What types of fishing does Tahoe Sportfishing offer?
Tahoe Sportfishing offers the following type of fishing:
- Lake Fishing
What fishing techniques does Tahoe Sportfishing offer?
Tahoe Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Trolling
- Jigging
Which fish species can I catch with Tahoe Sportfishing?
Top targeted fish species with Tahoe Sportfishing include:
- Brown Trout
- Lake Trout
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon
Your operator
South Lake Tahoe, California, United States
Dean Lockwood was the original owner and John Shearer began working for him as a fishing deckhand in 1990. Dean taught Captain John the ways to fish in Lake Tahoe. Captain John and his wife Shannon later purchased the company in 1997.
Zach S.
Captain
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Lake Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Trolling
Jigging
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless Trolling Motor
Outriggers
Ice Box
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We clean & gut. Fillet at request. Additional tip.
Drinks
Coffee in the morning, water all day.
First Mate
On private boats and groups 5 and over.
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.