Thank you for looking at my fishing trips on Lake Tahoe. Please before you pick a date that will work for you please send me an inquiry on that specific date and time of the trip. I try to keep the calendar up to date but sometimes dates that are taken will not yet have been blocked out. Thank you!
I offer trips 12 months out of the year and fishing is productive during the full calendar year! All of my trips are weather permitting. Big predictions of wind and or too much snow and ice on the roadways are a no-go. My trips are up to 4 hrs long and I provide all that is needed. You would need to get a one-day fishing license for those wanting to actively fish 16 yrs and older. Fishing permits are easily obtained online the night before the trip or the morning of just to make sure the weather will allow. My boat is a 2018 river wild alum hull with a top and heater if necessary. I provide water, chips, and granola bars for snacks.
Our main target on the north shore of Lake Tahoe is Mackinaw aka Lake Trout. It averages in size from 2 to 5 lbs. The lake record is 37 1/2 lbs. It is very good to eat! I am based out of the north shore so if you are staying in South Lake Tahoe or reno you can expect a 50-minute car ride. Getting skunked very rarely happens and you can expect to catch fish!
Note: please reach out to me about a date and starting time before booking it! I will answer your inquiry as fast as possible as I’m usually on the water but get alerts. I will check my calendar and then get back to you asap.
In demand! Last booked: 12 hours ago
Rating summary
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
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Half Day Trip - 5 00 am on May 21, 2025
Captain Brad is amazing and immediately got us into Tahoe Mackinaw (Lake Trout) and was such a professional and captain!!! I highly recommend this fishing guide. I’ve had several guides over the years in Colorado, Oklahoma and Arkansas….this was my first foray into Nevada/California fishing; Brad Bugica is the absolute best guide!!! Fish On!!! 😎
Captain Brad is amazing and immediately got us into Tahoe Mackinaw (Lake Trout) and was such a professional and captain!!! I highly recommend this fishing guide. I’ve had several guides over the years in Colorado, Oklahoma and Arkansas….this was my first foray into Nevada/California fishing; Brad Bugica is the absolute best guide!!! Fish On!!! 😎
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Half Day Trip - 5 00 am on November 16, 2024
We could not be happier!!! I wanted to take my wife up to Lake Tahoe as she LOVES to fish. As I started my search for a charter, I found Captain Brad and so glad I did. He was so helpful with our questions before the trip and as it got closer, there was a questionable weather issue. He quickly got in touch with me and we switched to Pyramid instead of Tahoe. The day was perfect!!! We caught a bunch of fish including a 9 and 13 pound cut throat trout. Brad has so many different ways of fishing and we got to experience it all. He is a super nice, easy going, fun and knowledgable captain. We look forward to being back in his boat again!!!
We could not be happier!!! I wanted to take my wife up to Lake Tahoe as she LOVES to fish. As I started my search for a charter, I found Captain Brad and so glad I did. He was so helpful with our questions before the trip and as it got closer, there was a questionable weather issue. He quickly got in touch with me and we switched to Pyramid instead of Tahoe. The day was perfect!!! We caught a bunch of fish including a 9 and 13 pound cut throat trout. Brad has so many different ways of fishing...
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Half Day Trip - 5 00 am on July 21, 2024
My wife, son and I had a wonderful time on Brad's charter. We arrived on time and he warmly greeted us and we were on our way. He knew exactly where to go to catch Macinaw Trout, he explained that it was about a 15 minute boat ride to get to the spot. He set up three lines for us and used different lures depending on the amount of light and also minnows on one line. We all caught Macinaw trout. We decided to keep only three and released the others. Brad was really attentive to each of the lines and knew when the fish were biting. He let us decide when we want to return to dock then he cleaned and filleted our catch. I would definitely return to fish with Brad again and I would recommend him for your charter.
My wife, son and I had a wonderful time on Brad's charter. We arrived on time and he warmly greeted us and we were on our way. He knew exactly where to go to catch Macinaw Trout, he explained that it was about a 15 minute boat ride to get to the spot. He set up three lines for us and used different lures depending on the amount of light and also minnows on one line. We all caught Macinaw trout. We decided to keep only three and released the others. Brad was really attentive to each...
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Lake tahoe 9 30 am on May 26, 2024
The holiday came, and when our family of four teamed up to book a fishing boat, it was already booked and the time we wanted was not scheduled. Captain Brad Bugica communicated with us in time and arranged to book another more comfortable time. Everything was so beautiful, all the preparations, not as good as buying a fishing license, various factors when setting out, such as weather, the beautiful scenery along the way after departure, and luck when fishing. We were extremely lucky. We returned with a full load, and we harvested more than just a full catch. The captain helped us clean the 8 Mackinraw big fish we caught. We tasted a delicious fresh fish feast, full of joy and good memories. Sincerely thank Captain Brad, looking forward to fishing with the captain again in Lake Tahoe!
The holiday came, and when our family of four teamed up to book a fishing boat, it was already booked and the time we wanted was not scheduled. Captain Brad Bugica communicated with us in time and arranged to book another more comfortable time. Everything was so beautiful, all the preparations, not as good as buying a fishing license, various factors when setting out, such as weather, the beautiful scenery along the way after departure, and luck when fishing. We were extremely lucky. We returned...
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Half Day Trip - 5 00 am on May 26, 2024
Captain Brad knows his stuff. He has a fine modern comfortable boat that is fully equipped with everything needed to catch fish. And, he knows whete to find them. After leaving the dock before sunrise and reaching our fishing destination within 20 minutes, we reeled in our first two fish within less than an hour of getting on the boat. While boating our first plump hardy Trout, the sun wasn't even up yet. Captain Brad has everything needed for a full day of fishing with the exception of the utensils to cook it.
Captain Brad knows his stuff. He has a fine modern comfortable boat that is fully equipped with everything needed to catch fish. And, he knows whete to find them. After leaving the dock before sunrise and reaching our fishing destination within 20 minutes, we reeled in our first two fish within less than an hour of getting on the boat. While boating our first plump hardy Trout, the sun wasn't even up yet. Captain Brad has everything needed for a full day of fishing with the exception of the...