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Water quality at Wilson Reservoir remains fair

Wilson Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water quality at Wilson Reservoir remains fair with relatively clear water and only a few patches of algae. Trout anglers continue to do well from shore and boat early and late in the day. Trout fishing should remain good through fall with anglers having success catching fish averaging 15-16 inches and some top end trout around 20-21 inches. Anglers should have success fishing rooster tails, spoons,

The lake remains full

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The lake remains full with most anglers fishing from the dam or in a few cleared beach areas. Kayakers and float tubers are having success on the west side of the lake against the rock walls. Good catch rates for trout in the 8 to 10 inch range, with opportunity for fish up to 19″. Green PowerBait, worms and small spinners are producing fish. Fly

Trout are averaging 16 to 18 inches

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Trout are averaging 16″- 18″. Worms, PowerBait and spinners are enticing fish, as well as a variety of woolly buggers, balanced leeches, and nymphs for the fly anglers. Limit is 5 trout. Bass fishing remains good. Crankbaits and soft plastics are working well for black bass, and anglers are reporting wiper hitting topwater lures in 8 to 10 feet of water. As of July 1st,

Some channel catfish, up to 20 inches have been reported

Jakes Creek Reservoir (Boies Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Jakes Creek Reservoir is maintaining a good water level with weeds increasing along the shorelines over the last few weeks. Fishing has been good for 9-to-15-inch trout and largemouth bass up to 14 inches. Bass fishing should remain fair to good throughout the end of summer, but could be hampered by vegetation, making angling from a boat, tube or kayak much more successful. Some channel

Water levels are in great shape with the South Lake and Dike Units

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water levels are in great shape with the South Lake and Dike Units. Bass fishing is fair to good in unit 21 and off of Brown Dike. Bass are taking soft plastic worms in dark colors and a variety of small lures. Best fishing is reported in the early mornings and evenings due to warmer daytime temps. Special Regulations: Minimum size for black bass is

Trout fishing has improved

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The water clarity has improved, and water temps are reaching into the low 70’s. Trout fishing has improved and fish are being caught from shore and by boat in good abundance, with fish sizes ranging from 16”-23”. Anglers wishing to target trout in these conditions should focus on using lures such as rooster-tails, spoons, or Rapalas. Anglers fishing from a boat could do well trolling

Bass fishing remains good

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Trout are averaging 16″- 18″. Worms, PowerBait and spinners are enticing fish, as well as a variety of woolly buggers, balanced leeches, and nymphs for the fly anglers. Limit is 5 trout. Bass fishing remains good. Crankbaits and soft plastics are working well for black bass, and anglers are reporting wiper hitting topwater lures in 8 to 10 feet of water. As of July 1st,

Blue lakes fishing report

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Just a few reports in this season. Most trout seem to be averaging 10 inches with a few as large as 15. Fishing should remain good through fall and the end of the season.

Intro to Stream Fly Fishing - Elko

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

This is an introduction to fly fishing course focusing on fishing moving water. This is a two-part class, please see details below. Part 1: Casting practice on Thursday, September 28th at 6pm at Elko City Park. Part 2: Fishing the S. Fork of the Humboldt on Saturday, September 30th from 8am to 12pm. MUST REGISTER HERE: https://www.register-ed.com/events/view/203075 Students are welcome to bring their own equipment, but fly fishing gear

Cave Lake is lowered to minimum pool and unfishable

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Cave Lake is lowered to minimum pool and unfishable. Fish stocking will resume once the dam repairs are completed. Please note that shoreline access at Cave Lake is closed to the public. Dam reconstruction is fully underway. For more information on Cave Lake, please contact the NDOW Ely Field Office

Jakes Creek Reservoir is maintaining a good water level

Jakes Creek Reservoir (Boies Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Jakes Creek Reservoir is maintaining a good water level with weeds increasing along the shorelines over the last few weeks. Fishing has been good for 9-to-15-inch trout and largemouth bass up to 14 inches. Continuous warm daytime temperatures will slow down trout angling, especially as the weeds continue to increase. Bass fishing should remain fair to good throughout the end of summer, but could be

Jiggs Reservoir is maintaining a good water level

Jiggs Reservoir (Zunino Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Jiggs Reservoir is maintaining a good water level and fishing fair to good for trout that were stocked this spring. PowerBait, worms and flashy spinners are working well. On June 26th, 1750 bluegill were stocked. It will require at least 2 years of good water to allow the bluegill to reproduce and allow numbers to increase for anglers.

Fishing is good with recently stocked and carryover trout

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing is good with recently stocked and carryover trout. Fish are averaging 14 to 20 inches, with plenty of opportunity for fish over 20 inches. Stocked fish include rainbow, tiger and brown trout. Try woolly buggers and other small streamers on the fly, or small spinners and Panther Martins. Best fishing is reported in the early mornings or evenings due to warmer daytime temps. Artificial

The water clarity has improved, and water temps are reaching into the low 70’s

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

NOTE: A suspected Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) has been reported at Wild Horse Reservoir near Elko. Exposure to HABs can lead to mild or potentially severe health issues for people and animals. The public should take proper precautions to protect themselves, their family, and animals. For more information and helpful tips about HABs, visit The water clarity has improved, and water temps are reaching into the

The lake is full with most anglers fishing from the dam or in a few cleared beach area

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The lake is full with most anglers fishing from the dam or in a few cleared beach areas. Kayakers and float tubers are having success on the west side of the lake against the rock walls. Good catch rates for trout in the 8 to 10 inch range, with opportunity for fish up to 19″. Green PowerBait, worms and small spinners are producing fish. Fly

Best trout fishing is in the early mornings or evenings

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Best trout fishing is in the early mornings or evenings with water temps peaking in by mid-to-late August. Fish are averaging 16″- 18″. Worms, PowerBait and spinners are enticing fish, as well as a variety of woolly buggers, balanced leeches, and nymphs for the fly anglers. Limit is 5 trout. Bass fishing remains good. Crankbaits and soft plastics are working well for black bass, and

Cold Creek Reservoir is at around 75 percent of capacity

Cold Creek Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Cold Creek Reservoir is at ~ 75% of capacity, with last year’s outlet reconstruction allowing more water to be held in the reservoir. Water temperatures are in the mid-60s. Trout fishing is best first thing in the morning or early evening. Largemouth bass should be active throughout the day. The Largemouth bass population at Cold Creek Reservoir is small and recovering from recent reservoir drawdowns.

Comins Lake Fishing Report

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Due to monsoonal thunderstorms, the water temperature at Comins Lake dropped from the low 70s to 66 0F. The water clarity has improved in recent weeks with less “tea stained” color to the water. Anglers can still expect to catch 14-to-18-inch rainbow trout and the occasional brown trout and possibly a tiger trout. Largemouth bass will be in the 10-to-13-inch range. Fishing first thing in

Illipah Reservoir is still near 90 percent capacity

Illipah Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Illipah Reservoir is still near 90% capacity. Water clarity continues to be excellent. Surface water temperatures range in the upper-to-mid-60s. Large weed mats on the south end of the reservoir can be targeted by anglers looking to pick up trout basking in their shade. Anglers can expect to catch 8-to-10-inch rainbow trout. Due to warm daytime temperatures, anglers should try fishing first thing in the

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