Most of the reservoir is ice-free

South Fork Reservoir - Elko, NV (Elko County)


by Nevada Department of Wildlife
2-20-2026
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The dock at the main boat ramp is still removed for the winter. Most of the reservoir is ice-free, but there may be very thin ice in some of the coves.  Do not attempt to venture onto the ice. Trout fishing has been good mid-morning into the afternoon on sunny days. Fish are hitting combinations of PowerBait and worms fished off the bottom, as well as flashy spinners throw from shore. Fly anglers are using leech and streamer patterns. Fish any bait or lure slowly to match fish activity in cooler waters.

No catches of black bass or wiper reported with the cooling weather.





More Reports

Nevada Department of Wildlife Reports
for Friday, February 20th

Jiggs Reservoir (Zunino Reservoir): The reservoir is ice free
Ruby Lake NWR: Some unsafe ice reported at the boat ramp and parts of the collection ditch


2-12-2026
Current ice conditions at Wild Horse Reservoir are not considered safe. We recommend staying off any remaining ice at this...... Read More