Southern Nevada Fish Reports

The ice is three to four inches thick over much of the reservoir. Some intrepid anglers braved the ice near the fishing dock and pulled in a few rainbows using mealworms. Some fish measured 14-15 inches. Night crawlers and PowerBait also are effective baits for stocked rainbows. Park rangers recommend calling for current ice conditions before stepping out on the lake. For information on ice

Thin ice conditions has kept anglers off the lake this past week. Park rangers suggest calling for current ice conditions before attempting to fish through the ice. 775-962-5103.

Cold weather kept many anglers off the water, but with warmer days returning so too is fishing opportunity.??This time of year look for trout concealed in shaded areas around docks or in holes with overhanging vegetation.??Night crawlers and PowerBait may entice many of these out of hiding, but lures such as Panther Martins or Rooster Tails can keep the angler busy while waiting for a

Reports have been light from anglers on the lake but with the milder temperatures it is a good time to get out on the water to test your luck.??Striped bass have been active at Willow Beach. Many fish have been coming in at around 12 pounds. Lures work well but employees at Willow Beach Marina report selling plenty of anchovies, mackerel and night crawlers for

Fishing conditions have been good this past week for planted rainbows in all the ponds. PowerBait and worms have been the baits of choice at all the parks.

The increase in water level has left some anglers working to figure out the new rhythm of stripers and baitfish throughout the lake.??Those who are able to net shad in the Vegas Wash are finding stripers to be less particular on the size of the shad used as bait.??Striped bass have been found deeper than expected but anglers are happy with the quality of fish

Anglers have had moderate success while ice fishing on the reservoir. The ice depth is currently at about four inches but will continue to thicken as nighttime temperatures drop into the teens. Night crawlers with a piece of marshmallow, PowerBait, and bright jigs have all been productive. The park will host its annual Ice Hole Invitational Tournament Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015. Additional events such as

Ice depths are thinner on this reservoir than on Eagle Valley, but ice fishing anglers can expect ice to be thick enough by the weekend. It is always good practice to exercise caution when venturing out onto the ice and wear proper attire.

Slightly breezy but sunny days are forecast for the weekend. Working baits around docks along Casino Row or through holes just below the dam has produced some holdover rainbow trout. Night crawlers, rooster tails and Panther Martins have enticed many bites. Striped bass have been hitting on Bomber Long A lures or pencil poppers. Anchovies are another popular bait, and they will also bring in

While much of the focus of late has been on the improved striped bass action throughout the lake, don't forget the other species. One angler from Las Vegas caught a 3.5-pound smallmouth bass while fishing at Arizona Telephone Cove. He was fishing from shore using plastics. Catfish are still providing anglers tight lines as well. Working anchovies in grass beds in coves has worked

If you were lucky enough to unwrap a new rod and reel this year, a trip to one of the urban ponds could be a great way to test their performance. The Nevada Department of Wildlife is stocking trout and that has anglers catching their three-fish limits. Using small barbless hooks will help if you are practicing catch and release. Night crawler pieces with mini-marshmallows,

Vegas Wash continues to produce plenty of bait for anglers looking to catch a few striped bass, many of which are being caught not far from this area. The larger shad have drawn in the larger fish. Working plugs matching the shad in size, up to 12 inches in some cases, can ignite a response from these larger striped bass. If fish are present