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Lake Davis Guided Fly Fishing Trips

Fly fish the still waters of Lake Davis — where cruising rainbows, glassy mornings, and dry fly eats meet the quiet beauty of Plumas County with Taco Fly Co.

Lake Davis Guided Fly Fishing Trips

Lake Davis is located in Plumas County and is part of the Plumas National Forest. This fishery was once known for trophy brown trout and rainbow trout until they found pike in the lake. In 2007, they eradicated all fish in the lake and once they determined that there were no more pike in the lake, began stocking efforts to repopulate the lake.

Since the lake has been repopulated, we are seeing the return of large rainbow trout throughout the year. Catching a fish over 24″ can happen here and it’s a wonderful place to escape the crowds and find your own cove. 

BIG BOWS. DRY EATS. PURE SIERRA BLISS.

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Flight

Closest Airports: Reno–Tahoe International (RNO) – approx. 1.25 hours & Sacramento International (SMF) – approx. 3.5 hours

Pro Tip: Reno is your fastest bet. Lake Davis is nestled in the northern Sierra, so you’ll enjoy scenic forest roads and fresh mountain air on your way in.

Hotel

Where to Stay: We recommend staying in Portola or Graeagle — both are close to the lake with solid access and cozy vibes. Cabins, motels, lodges, and Airbnbs all work great depending on your style.

Need a rec? We’ve got local hookups and can help you find a spot that’s close to the action and perfect for unwinding after a full day of dry-fly eats.

CAST LONG. STRIP SLOW. WATCH THE WAKE.

large rainbow trout throughout the year

Lake Davis Guided Fly Fishing Trips

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Lake Davis isn’t just a fishing spot — it’s a vibe. Tucked in the pines of Plumas County, this glassy reservoir is where big bows cruise the flats, damselflies dance in the air, and dry fly dreams come to life. We chase risers from the boat, post up in quiet coves, and wait for that explosive eat right on top. It’s laid-back, low-pressure fishing with high-reward potential — think 24-inch chrome missiles smashing your bug in slow motion. Whether you’re a dry fly junkie or just here for the chill mountain energy, Davis delivers. And yeah, we know all the sneaky spots.

CHASE RISE STALK SHADOWS

Brown trout planting started a few years ago and they are making a come back. Don’t be surprised if this place becomes another trophy destination for weary browns in the coming years.

We fish this lake in our boat and cruise around to find feeding fish. It’s also known for it’s damsel fly hatch which can go from spring to summer. Once the water gets too warm for these fish(67 degrees and above), we lay off of them until fall (usually mid September).

There are really awesome local camping spots nearby and also local cities with housing as well. Please reach out to us if you have any questions on where to stay.

  • full day is usually 7-8 hours. This trip includes lunch, drinks, flies, fly rods, and reels.
  • half day is usually 4-5 hours. Half days do not include lunch but do include drinks, flies, fly rods, and reels. It is suggested that you bring snacks during a half day trip. 
  • View the calendar here for dates that are available for booking.
  • Please specify the desired dates of your trip in the notes during checkout OR contact Taco Fly Co. at [email protected] or at 408-838-6047 after the line item is paid for to schedule a day.
  • A confirmation email with the trip details will be sent once a date is selected. If no date is selected, Taco Fly Co. will reach out to you to confirm a date for booking.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • This is not redeemable for articles of clothing or accessories
  • This purchase must be used as the duration specified in the title of the line item. i.e. You cannot purchase a full day and redeem a half day. (NO EXCEPTIONS)
  • Can be changed to Lake Almanor
  • Upgradable to a Trinity/Lower Sac full day. Please contact us to do so.
  • No discounts can be applied to this purchase
  • Refundable 30 days before a selected date
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