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For a trout bite, try fishing approximately 4 feet below the ice in up to 15 feet of water

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

As of 2/7/25, park officials measured 7″ of ice off the boat ramp, with areas of open water and soft edges both south and north of the ramp. Areas that were appropriate for ice fishing before may not be anymore. In the coves of Hendricks Arm and Penrod Arm, anglers are reporting ice 10″-12″. Trout are being caught in the 16″-22″ range, and trout are

Dam reconstruction is complete, and the lake is sitting at 50 percent capacity

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Dam reconstruction is complete, and the lake is sitting at 50% capacity. Please note that shoreline access at Cave Lake is opened to the public, however recreational opportunities are limited. For more information on Cave Lake, please contact the NDOW Ely Field Office. As the water level rises, the public should not attempt to access the ice on the lake.

The water has recovered nicely and there should be decent shoreline fishing along most of the reservoir

Cold Creek Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The water levels were recently lowered to repair the low-level outlet in November. The water has recovered nicely and there should be decent shoreline fishing along most of the reservoir. The reservoir was not stocked this fall due to the draw down. Normal stocking efforts should resume in 2025.

Ice conditions have rapidly deteriorated at Comins Lake this past week

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Ice conditions have rapidly deteriorated at Comins Lake this past week. Approximately 90% of Comins Lake has open water. Anglers can shoreline fish the northern portion of the lake or even launch a boat (dock will go in later this spring) and troll for trout and northern pike. Decent size trout have been seen shoaling along the shorelines of the north lake. As of this

Illipah Reservoir is sitting at approximately 40 percent ice covered

Illipah Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Illipah Reservoir is sitting at approximately 40% ice covered. Anglers can fish most of the western shoreline and can even launch a boat and access a good part of the rest of the lake. All ice should be considered unsafe and will likely remain unsafe. A total of 9,012 rainbow trout averaging 9.3 inches were stocked this fall.

This year’s fishing derby is cancelled

by ELY ROTARY CLUB

We are sad to announce that due to insufficient ice and the forecasted temperatures, we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s fishing derby. Safety is our first priority. Registered participants can roll their registration over to next year or request a refund by sending us a message. We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you next year!

It’s nice seeing ice anglers out and about enjoying some ice fishing this weekend!

Wild Horse Reservoir

by WILD HORSE STATE RECREATION AREA

It’s nice seeing ice anglers out and about enjoying some ice fishing this weekend! We are seeing nice sized trout and anywhere from 8-10” perch being pulled out of the reservoir! We will be getting snow tomorrow, so please prepare accordingly! The surface is still really slick, so cleats are recommended. Our gift shop now sells them in case you forget them or need more.

Ice Update!

South Fork Reservoir

by SOUTH FORK STATE REC. AREA

The warmer days haven't had too much of an impact on ice conditions yet. Several areas along the shoreline of both sides of the lake are averaging between 5"-7" of clear ice. Watch for changes in conditions as we get wet weather this weekend. Always double-check thickness and be alert for sudden changes. Pressure ridges abound. Be safe and have fun out there. #icefishing #icesafety Nevada State Parks

Ruby Lake has 8 inches of ice at the main boat ramp

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Ruby Lake has 8 inches of ice at the main boat ramp. The collection ditch is mostly frozen upstream of Bressman’s Cabin, with the lower portion still ice free. All areas of the Refuge are accessible. Harrison Pass is open, but requires four wheel drive due to packed and rutty ice conditions; however, any snow at higher elevations this weekend could change that road report. Special

Ice growth has been extremely slow to nearly nonexistent at South Fork

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Ice growth has been extremely slow to nearly nonexistent at South Fork Reservoir this year. Earlier this week, after the cold front, State Park staff reported 4″-5″ of ice along the southwest shorelines. These conditions are expected to change very quickly, especially with the warmer daytime temps and rain forecasted this weekend. We do not recommend accessing the ice at this time.

26.88 lb. Nortern Pike

by FISH REPORTS STAFF

Tyler Doering was fishing on Comins Lake when he landed a massive pike measuring 44.5 inches and weighing 26.88 pounds, just shy of the record.

Ice Update

South Fork Reservoir

by SOUTH FORK STATE REC. AREA

Ice Update: Good news! Areas off of Coyote Cove and Jet Ski Beach on the southwest shoreline, as well as some of the coves on the east side are measuring 4-5 inches, and are considered sufficient for foot travel. Pay close attention as there are many pressure ridges around the lake, and ice thins the further you get from shore. Always do an assessment of current conditions

Ice Update!

South Fork Reservoir

by SOUTH FORK STATE REC. AREA

Ice Update! Currently we are averaging 5 inches around the boat dock! However, there still is portions of the reservoir with open water. So please check the ice if you choose to go out on it. Also a reminder that entrance fees do apply this time of year so stop by the self pay station when you arrive! #nvstateparks #vistlincolncountynv #pioche #icefishing

State Park staff is reporting 5″ of ice in holes sampled near the boat launch

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

State Park staff is reporting 5″ of ice in holes sampled near the boat launch. Be advised, this is glare ice, and is extremely slippery. Anglers are reporting ice measuring up to 10″ in some of the coves of the Hendricks arm and Penrod arm. Ice thickness is variable across the reservoir and conditions can change daily. Always sample the ice for yourself and come

Ice Update: South Fork is almost entirely frozen over

South Fork Reservoir

by SOUTH FORK STATE REC. AREA

Ice Update: South Fork is almost entirely frozen over, with a relatively thin "skin" of ice, measuring 1-2 inches at its thickest points. At this time, the lake is NOT considered safe for ice fishing. There also does not appear to be any spots along the shore currently for open water fishing access. With forecasted highs above freezing, but cold temps at night, we will monitor the

South Fork is almost entirely frozen over, with a very thin layer of ice

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

South Fork is almost entirely frozen over, with a very thin layer of ice measuring only 1 to 2 inches at most. These conditions are NOT safe for ice fishing. There is no accessible open water to fish at this time.

It is a beautiful morning here on Wildhorse Reservoir and we have some great news!

Wild Horse Reservoir

by WILD HORSE STATE RECREATION AREA

It is a beautiful morning here on Wildhorse Reservoir and we have some great news! The area that had open water last week now has nice clear ice! Of the five holes we drilled at random, when entering from the boat ramp, all five holes were consistently 5 inches of the good clear ice! This means it is safe to walk on and you can

Trout, Perch and Smallmouths

Wild Horse Reservoir

by AMY'S BAR & GRILL

Today was a GREAT DAY out at the Untamed Pony! The day started out slow but boy oh Golly did it pick right up after a few location changes ! • 6 Large TROUT !!! Smallest was ONE 22 incher. •64 PERCH • 3 Small Mouth bass Ice Update : most of the north side from hendricks north into canyon has solid ice 11- 13 inches. !

Postponed to Feb. 22nd

by ELY ROTARY CLUB

Ice is beginning to form on the open water areas

Wild Horse Reservoir

by WILD HORSE STATE RECREATION AREA

Ice is beginning to form on the open water areas! We are going to give it a few more days before trying to get measurements, but it has been getting thicker each night for the past few nights!

Ice thickness remains incredibly variable throughout the reservoir

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Ice thickness remains incredibly variable throughout the reservoir. Recent overnight lows dipping into the negatives have improved ice growth in some areas, while other areas still have a ways to go due to above average daytime temps. The shoreline near the boat ramp within Wild Horse State Recreation Area is just beginning to ice over and remains unsafe for access at this time. Anglers are

The reservoir is around 90 percent covered with thin ice

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The reservoir is ~90% covered with thin ice. Some open water remains along the shorelines of Jet Ski Beach and Coyote Cove as the day warms and skim ice melts off. These conditions are NOT safe for ice fishing. Shoreline anglers have been reeling in brown trout and rainbow trout, with brown trout catch rates having gone up significantly since the fall stockings. Spinning lures

South Fork Ice Update

South Fork Reservoir

by ELKO FLY SHOP

This week's fishing report said South Fork was wide open for shore fishing. The past few nights have frozen much of the lake and first thing this morning there was little to no shore fishing until late morning when some water opened up along Jet Ski Beach. With the forecast cold temperatures for this weekend, expect limited if any open water at South Fork. Maybe

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