The sun was just starting to go down as we packed up the last of the gear in the back of the truck on Wednesday evening. We turned on to the 93 and set our sites first on Vegas and then to Reno. The conversation was entertaining to say the least, but around 1am things got quiet and passengers started drifting off to sleep. We made good time and we positioned our ladders deep in the lake sand and were ready when the sun started to come up again.
Then we spent three days fishing in the howling wind and cold water of Pyramid Lake. The fishing ebbed and flowed as it normally does. We bounced around to different beaches, and ultimately found a couple spots that gave up some nice fish. No true 15 or 20 pound monsters came to the net, but overall we were pretty happy. Most of our fish came on heavy sinking line and beetles being stripped along the barren bottom of the lake.
What stands out more to me about this trip was the atmosphere. We had good food and laughed to the point of exhaustion. Couldn’t ask for much more than that. Here are a couple of pictures from my camera.
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Aaah, Pyramid in the Spring. Almost need a full wetsuit just to get out to your ladder, but well worth the trouble.
Well worth it. That’s or sure. Thanks Mark.
Ben
Very entertaining conversations… very…
Good times!
There is something about that Lake that gets in your veins. It’s been fun to witness you guys catch the bug. Great times with a superb group.
Great report Ben. Had a great time with you as always.
Good fishing with you Kyle, Landon, and Jason. Looking forward to next time.
Ben
Fantastic, Ben! Thanks for bringing us along. That trip certainly is on my bucket list. I look forward to more “adventures”.
Thanks for the kind words Jeff. It’s an awesome place for sure.
Ben
If I can stay healthy, I’m going to plan a trip out there. I’ve rarely seen such beautiful fish. Good job Ben.
Thanks Howard and let me know when you’re going to head up. I’d love to offer some info when you go.
Ben
Howdy, where can you get one of those fish ladders and how much? Can you rent one at the lake? Thank you Jack.
Jack. Great to hear from you. My ladder is a ladder I bought from ACE Hardware. I detail my whole setup here – http://azwanderings.com/fly-fishing-pyramid-lake-the-basics/. I am not aware of anyplace that rents ladders at the lake. Best of luck and take care.
Ben
Great to meet all you boys! Come back soon!
Good meeting you too Larry. Looking forward to the next meetup.
Ben