Ruby Lake NWR - Some unsafe ice reported at the boat ramp and parts of the collection ditch

Some unsafe ice reported at the boat ramp and parts of the collection ditch

Ruby Lake NWR - Elko, NV (Elko County)

by Nevada Department of Wildlife
2-6-2026
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Some unsafe ice reported at the boat ramp and parts of the collection ditch. Harrison Pass is passable for 4WD vehicles. Anglers fishing the collection ditch are reporting fair to good angling for trout with trout over 20 inches being reported. Fall stocking has also increased angler success at the south springs. Fly anglers are reported success with streamers, leeches and chironomids. Small, flashy spinners like Panther Martins are the go-to for spin anglers. Bass fishing is done for the season. Special Regulations: Artificial lures only in the collection ditch. No wading allowed in the collection ditch.

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Nevada Department of Wildlife Reports

for Wednesday, February 4th

Eagle Valley Reservoir: The reservoir is mostly ice-free, with some ice remaining near the dock area
Echo Canyon Reservoir: The reservoir is largely clear of ice, with only small patches remaining
Lake Mead: Striped bass action remains good at Lake Mead
Lake Mohave: Striper anglers are targeting fish with shad-patterned swimbaits and crankbaits
Kirch Wildlife Management Area: Thin ice remains a concern throughout the area
Colorado River - Laughlin: Anglers are catching striped bass along the river with trout-pattern swimbaits and Glide Baits
Las Vegas Urban Ponds: Recently stocked rainbow trout are responding well to a wide variety of baits, lures and flies