Elko County Fish Reports

Flows on the South Fork of the Humboldt are very low and fishing is difficult except in the pools. Flows above the reservoir are almost nonexistent. Flows are better below the reservoir and fishing is fair there. Fishing dries in the stream should produce a few trout and streamers and nymphs in the pools are also working. As of September 30, the South Fork of

As of September 27 the road was open above the Terraces Picnic area and we aren’t sure if they are going to close the road for much needed road repairs as stated in an earlier press release or not. However, if they do, foot traffic will be allowed access to the creek above the closure. Drivers will be able to turn around at the Terraces.

The water out of the Wildhorse just a trickle and fishing is difficult in much of the stream. Some of the larger pools have been productive for trout, with those closer to the dam having reservoir fish while those further down the canyon producing wild trout in the 10 to 15 inch size. Anglers report good fishing near the USFS Wildhorse Crossing Campground with dries.

Flows on the South Fork of the Humboldt are very low and fishing is difficult except in the pools. Flows are better below the reservoir and fishing is fair there. As of September 16, the South Fork of the Humboldt was flowing at approximately 1 cfs above the reservoir and 9 cfs below the reservoir.

The water level is low and weedy which is normal but making shore fishing difficult. Surface water temperatures are dropping. The bass bite is fair to good for eight to 12-inch bass using soft plastic dark colored grubs and spinnerbaits. Trout fishing is slow to fair and worms seem to be the presentation of choice for trout, though small spinners should also work for those

Starting Monday, September 19, the road in Lamoille Canyon will be closed from the Terraces Picnic Area to Road’s End for much needed work due to debris flows and water issues that are eroding the road. However, foot traffic will be allowed access to the creek above the closure. Drivers will be able to turn around at the Terraces. Flows in Lamoille Creek are low,

The water out of the Wildhorse just a trickle and fishing is difficult in much of the stream. Some of the larger pools have been productive for trout, with those closer to the dam having reservoir fish while those further down the canyon producing wild trout in the 10 to 15 inch size. Anglers report good fishing near the USFS Wildhorse Crossing Campground with dries.

The water level is low in the south marsh with levels that haven’t been this low since 2016.  However, boats can still be launched at the main boat ramp, though the Narciss boat ramp is unusable due to water levels and weed growth.  Boaters can still get around along the main channel from the north boat launch, though it gets difficult off the beaten path.

Surface water temperatures have dropped into the high 60’s.  While there is still a fair amount of algae causing problems for shore anglers, It should start to dissipate as the water cools.  Water levels are below 50% and boaters should take care around the island off of the state park boat ramp and in the canyon.  Anglers report fair fishing for trout from boats or

No recent report from Wilson, but expect similar conditions as at South Fork Reservoir.  Expect a fair amount of algae and weeds.  The best trout fishing should be from a float tube or a small cartop boat or canoe as the boat ramp is out of the water and unusable. Shore anglers should have some luck in the canyon by the dam and shore fishing

Little to no change here as anglers continue to report fair to good fishing for both rainbow and tiger trout on small black or olive crystal or wooly buggers as well as black leech patterns. Chironomids, pheasant tail nymphs, gold ribbed hare’s ears and soft hackles under an indicator or dry fly should also work.  Dry flies are also productive.  Popular patterns include parachute Adams,

Surface water temperatures have dropped into the high 60’s with the recent precipitation and cooler temperatures. The unsettled weather of the past week has interrupted fishing so not many anglers have been on the water.  Fishing for bass may slow a bit with the cooler temperatures, but should still be good while trout fishing should start picking up. The south end of the lake is

Surface water temperatures are in the 70’s and algae is thick along with scattered weed beds and trout are holding deep except for very early in the morning.  This is not the time of year for catch and release for trout. Anglers report fair fishing for trout from boats or float tubes in deeper water, especially in the canyon by the dam, while shore anglers

No recent report from Wilson, but expect similar conditions as at South Fork Reservoir.  Expect a fair amount of algae and dropping water levels due to irrigation. The best trout fishing should be from a float tube or a small cartop boat or canoe as the boat ramp is out of the water and unusable. Shore anglers should have some luck in the canyon by

Very little change here as surface water temperatures are in the high 70’s and fishing for bass has been good while trout fishing has been slow as they move to deeper water. The south end of the lake is very weedy and there is a lot of algae.  Fishing has been fair for 15-to 20-inch trout for spin, bait and fly rodders from boats or