Fish Report for 5-23-2024
Memorial Day is Here
by Doug Busey
5-23-2024
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Hello fellow anglers. Memorial Day is here, and people will be out enjoying a beautiful weekend forecast. We deserve to have three days in a row of warm weather. We all need to slow down a little and take your time getting to your destination. Now even though the temperatures will be nice and warm. Many of our lakes and streams are still frigid from the snow melt. A sad reminder, 55 year old Todd Anderson from Sparks NV lost his life at Topaz Lake last weekend retrieving a buoy. Possibly due to cold water temps. This time of year with the snow melt, water temps can be in the low 40's to 60 degrees. You may be a strong swimmer, but our bodies react differently to drastic temperature changes. Please use caution and always carry a life jacket when boating. Most of all, keep an eye on your surroundings for safety reasons as well as others around you that may need help.
SILVER LAKE ALPINE COUNTY: The lake has thawed out. The boat ramp is open, but I do not have any reports on how the fishing is. I will be going up next week to update that report.
CAPLES LAKE: The lake has thawed out 85% as of last Wednesday. The Caples Lake Resort is opening for the season May 24th. The general store and boat lunch will be in operation and they also have boat rentals available. This time of year is a good time to fish by the dam or Woods Creek area. Watch your footing if you venture down to Woods Creek. There were a few snow drifts along the lake that could be a little tricky. Casting a Thomas Buoyant or a sinking Rapala should get you some action. Inflated nightcrawlers are also productive along the dam or spillway area. For more information, stop by the Caples Lake Resort.
WOODS LAKE: Road closed.
RED LAKE: The lake is thawed as of this week. I would recommend a 1/8 oz Kastmaster or toss some salmon eggs from the dam area.
BLUE LAKES: As of last Wednesday the road was still closed to the first gate.
BURNSIDE LAKE: As of last Wednesday the road was still closed.
INDIAN CREEK RESERVOIR: I received this information from the BLM office in Regards to the campground area. The BLM, Sierra Front Field Office announces the Indian Creek Campground in Alpine County will remain closed until further notice. “The Campground closure is due to damages caused by the 2021 Tamarack Fire, and significant flooding in 2022,” said Jonathan Palma, Acting Sierra Front Field Manager. “The campground will remain fully closed to public access until further notice.” In July of 2021, the Tamarack Fire burned through Indian Creek Campground and destroyed the RV /tent main loop, group camp site and restroom. Wildfire impacts to site facilities, hazardous materials abatement, and risks associated with wildfire-affected “hazard” trees necessitated this closure. In August of 2022, the area received heavy rains that flooded the campground, resulting in significant sediment loading and debris fields in the campground, compounding the BLM's timeframe for re-opening the facilities. The site will remain closed to the public, including vehicles, while staff work on public safety and infrastructure restoration tasks. Hazard tree falling within the campground concluded in March, with over 80 truckloads of timber being removed. With the different contractors using the day use area for storage and staging, no date has been set to open the day use area to the public at this time. The BLM appreciates your patience and your cooperation in staying out of the campground during the closure. Because a re-opening date may extend well into the future, camping reservations are not available at this time". The fishing has been very productive. This may be due to the CDFW planting the lake this week with 800 lbs of rainbow trout. The weeds are starting to get thick. But that can work to your advantage. Target the areas in between the weeds and adjust your height on your leader. I have used anywhere from a 12 to 48 inch leader. Salmon peach or green powerbait is most productive. But inflating a night crawler with scent, is a close second. Both roads are open.
WEST FORK CARSON RIVER ALPINE COUNTY: The river was running up to 300 cfm this week and may climb with warmer weather. Fishing has been challenging for most anglers. The Hope Valley area has been most productive with night crawlers or salmon eggs
EAST FORK CARSON RIVER ALPINE COUNTY: As of last Wednesday the river was running at 1300 CFM, which is a little higher than opening day. With our warming weather, it may get up to 1600 CFM. Stay out of the river due to currents and water temps. A few anglers have done well with nightcrawlers in the deeper pools from 1.5 to 4 lbs. I checked in with Alpine F&G, and they have no fish plants this week due to high waters. The CDFW is scheduled to plant the river with catchable rainbows this weekend. For more information or to get a photo with your catch for the Naw report, stop by the Carson River Resort.
Monitor and Ebbetts passes are open for travelers.
HIGHLAND LAKES: Road closed at highway 4.
NEVADA FISH PLANTS: Mitch Pond, Mountain View Pond #2, Seeman Pond, Baily Pond, Davis Creek Pond, Wilson Common Pond, West Walker River, East Walker River, Marilyn's Pond, Battle Born Pond.
Good luck on your next fishing adventure. A reminder about the Lampe Park Kids Fishing Day on June 1st and 2nd. Make sure to get your kids signed up, and we are still looking for volunteers for both days. To register the kiddies or to sign up to volunteer, you can go to dcnvkidsfishingderby.org for all the registration forms and information you need. I will see you there. Now if you get a photo of your catch, send it to [email protected]. Hope to see you on the waters soon, and have a memorable weekend. Good fishin' and tight line
Good luck on your next fishing adventure. If you have a question. a report in our local fishing area or have a photo of your catch, send it to [email protected]. Hope to see you on the waters. Good fishin' and tight lines.
More Reports
Carson Now Reports
for Thursday, May 9thCaples Lake: The lake is now showing some open waters along the edges
Woods Lake: Sill closed due to snow
Red Lake: The lake is thawing fast and has some thin areas around the edge
Burnside Lake: Road is closed due to snow
Blue Lake Lower: The road is still closed at the first gate
Indian Creek Reservoir: Indian Creek Reservoir Fishing Report
West Carson River (CA): The water was running at 300 cfm and the fishing was good too slow
East Carson River (CA): Fishing has been good along the river from Hangman's Bridge to the second bridge
Markleeville Creek: The river was running high on the opener but has calmed down a little
Silver Creek : The river has settled down and was running about 300 cfm with clarity
Topaz Lake: The lake level has started to come down a few feet over the last week or two
Bridgeport Reservoir: The lake level is up and the fishing has been good for shore and boat anglers
June Lake Loop: June Lake Loop Report
Carson Now Reports
for Thursday, April 18thCaples Lake: The lake still has 4 ft of ice and snow on it, but is melting fast
Woods Lake: The road is still closed as of this week
Red Lake: The lake is still covered in snow and ice and is thawing quickly
Blue Lake Lower: The road is open to the first gate
Burnside Lake: The road is still closed as of this week
Indian Creek Reservoir: The lake level is still high, but is starting to get a little weedy in spots
Topaz Lake: Trolling has been good to very good on the north
West Carson River (CA): The river has been flowing at 225 cfm
East Carson River (CA): The river has been flowing at 650 to 800 cfm
Markleeville Creek: The flows have been running good and the water clear
Silver Creek : The flows have been running clear but may muddy up a little with runoff
Bridgeport Reservoir: The lake level is up to the airport level, and the Bridgeport Marina is open for launching and mooring
Taylor Creek: Not open to fishing until the Saturday before Memorial weekend
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