Note: Conditions in the Sparks Tribune fishing report are based on the latest possible information. But because of constantly changing weather and road conditions, please call for an updated report from the listed sources to verify conditions and ensure your safety on the water.

SPARKS MARINA: Cold water temperatures continue making catching trout at the marina a challenge, but it’s not impossible to catch fish. The best action has been using nightcrawlers, but Kastmasters, Panther Martins and Roostertails also will catch fish if one is passing by and hungry. Use the easy-access fishing pier if you don’t have a float tube or small boat. The fish are spread out around the lake, so anglers who have patience should be able to catch trout anywhere. The Gilly, 1111 N. Rock Blvd., Sparks, 358-6113.

PYRAMID LAKE: The big lake is fishing OK for those anglers willing to put up with the cold conditions. Fish are still scattered all over the lake and the best bet is to keep moving around until you find and area with some cruising fish. Dago Bay, Wino Beach and the nets areas are all producing fish. Best flies for Pyramid Lake: Black and Red Wooly Worms 4-6, Martini Olives 4, Purple Cowboy 4, and Tan and Black Tadpoles 8. Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474 or The Gilly, 1111 N. Rock Blvd., Sparks, 358-6113.

TRUCKEE RIVER: The Truckee is challenging to fish with so much snow but there are still fish to be caught. Try dead drifting small midge and mayfly nymph imitations under a strike indicator or fish large streamers very slowly on a sinking line. You’ll find most of the fish holding in deeper, slower water so concentrate your efforts on those areas. Fish through the afternoon hours as the early morning and late evening fishing is poor. Best flies for the Truckee: Deep Sherbet Bottom Roller 6-8, Zebra Midges 18-22, WD-40 22, Copper Johns Red and Copper colors 18-20, Two-Tone Hunchbacks 18-20, Slump Buster Rust and Black colors 6, and Stanley Streamers 6. Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474 or Mark Fore & Strike, 786-3474 or 322-9559.

FRENCHMAN LAKE: At least 2 feet of snow has fallen in Chilcoot and even more more up at the lake. The road to lake only plowed as far as the campground and 4x4 vehicles are a must if you plan to travel further around the lake. Ice is about 6 inches thick at the dam, but changeable weather can make for dangerous conditions on the ice. Wiggin’s Trading Post, Chilcoot, Calif. (530) 993-4683 or Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474.

WILDHORSE RESERVOIR: The lake is completely iced over. Temperatures have been below zero at night, but anglers should be very cautious on the ice. The annual trout derbies are scheduled for this weekend and Feb. 16-17. A perch derby will be on March 8. Dunn’s Wildhorse Resort, 775-758-6472.

LITTLE TRUCKEE RIVER: At best, anglers have to pick their spots and snowshoe in. Staying home and tying flies sounds like a better bet. Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474.

BOCA RESERVOIR: Lots of snow and limited access has limited most attempts at fishing there. The road is only plowed as far as the dam and ice has been forming around lake shoreline. Tight Lines Guide Service, Grass Valley, (530) 273-1986.

STAMPEDE RESERVOIR: Because of heavy snowfall recently, the lake not accessible now accept by snowmobile. Road in to the lake is not plowed regularly, so situation isn’t likely to improve any time soon. Tight Lines Guide Service, Grass Valley, (530) 273-1986 or Sierra Anglers Guide Service, Truckee, (530) 414-1374.

LAKE TAHOE: High winds at times, and plenty of snow, have pretty much kept anglers at bay. Once weather conditions settle back down, anglers should again be able to take advantage of the good Mackinaw bite in progress before fishing conditions tanked. Mickey’s Big Mack Charters, Carnelian Bay, (800) 877-1462 or Blue Ribbon Fishing Charters, South Lake Tahoe, (530) 544-6552.

LAKE DAVIS: Restocking of hatchery will begin after the lake and all tributaries test completely free of any chemical residue from the pike-eradication project. Progress in restoring the lake should resume after the tributary tests prove satisfactory. Dollard’s Sierra Market, Portola, CA (530) 832-5251 or Reno Fly Shop, 294 E. Moana Lane, Reno, 825-3474.

DONNER LAKE: Some freezing on the lake and launch ramp is snowed in. Few people even trying to fish. Tight Lines Guide Service, Grass Valley, (530) 273-1986 or Sierra Anglers Guide Service, Truckee, (530) 414-1374.