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Nevada Fish Reports


As of April 15, Kingston Creek was flowing at 3.1 cfs

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
In the eastern region stream flows are down a bit from last week. Most streams are below the median for this time of year, many well below. The recent precipitation may make for some muddy driving conditions on the back roads. As of April 15, Kingston Creek was flowing at 3.1 cfs.

As of April 15, Cleve Creek was flowing at 4.9 cfs

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
In the eastern region stream flows are down a bit from last week. Most streams are below the median for this time of year, many well below. Anglers can now access the Bruneau over the Gold Creek Road, though still no word on getting to Jarbidge through Nevada. The recent precipitation may make for some muddy driving conditions on the back roads. As of April

The new boat dock is in the water and ready for boaters

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
The new boat dock is in the water and ready for boaters.  Surface water temperatures have moved into the high 40’s.  Anglers report good spring fishing for quality rainbow trout from shore with reports of a few tiger and brown trout being caught.  Nightcrawlers seem to be the bait of choice though some anglers also appeared to be doing well using PowerBait or using a

The reservoir is at approximately 60% of capacity and fishing has been good

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
The lake ice free.  The reservoir is at approximately 60% of capacity and fishing has been good. Anglers will do well with a variety of night crawlers, PowerBait, and spinners. For bait anglers nightcrawlers and rainbow PowerBait are the best bet. Small spinners, spoons and Kastmasters in gold for those throwing hardware should work.  For fly rodders, this time of year chironomid patterns (midge larva)

Trout fishing is generally good across the reservoirs

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Trout fishing is generally good across the reservoirs, though the action at Dacey and Adams-McGill has been on the slow side. Anglers are using PowerBait, spinners, flies and even plastic worms.

Tiger and rainbow trout have been hitting lines

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Tiger and rainbow trout have been hitting lines near shore and along the dam. Anglers are using worms, rainbow PowerBait, and Woolly Buggers. All campsites and amenities are open.

Rainbow trout action has improved

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Rainbow trout action has improved as the reservoir has risen over the past couple of weeks. Rainbows are taking worms and a variety of PowerBait colors. Fly fishers have found good action with Woolly Buggers and Snow Cones.

Rainbow trout are still hitting baits at sunrise and sunset

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Though seasonal trout plants have stopped for the summer; rainbow trout are still hitting baits at sunrise and sunset from Davis Dam through Casino Row. The fish are taking Rooster Tails, PowerBait, and worms. Black bass are biting on plastics and crankbaits. Catfish are biting on anchovies and chicken livers below Big Bend State Recreation Area.

Lake Mohave is producing double-digit stripers

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Lake Mohave is producing double-digit stripers. Stripers are taking anchovies and jointed rainbow swimbaits. Anglers are bringing in a few rainbows below Willow Beach on PowerBait, worms, and Rooster Tails. Black bass continue to spawn in coves. Smallmouth are taking plastics and jigs in coves with vegetation.

Channel catfish were hitting lines at Floyd Lamb and Sunset Parks over the weekend

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Channel catfish were hitting lines at Floyd Lamb and Sunset Parks over the weekend. Anglers used night crawlers and stink baits. 

Black bass action is good

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Black bass action is good. The fish are hitting drop-shot rigs and deep-diving crankbaits. Stripers are taking anchovies from shore in the Government Wash area and outside of Hemenway Harbor. Shad and trout pattern swimbaits also are catching the fish. Crappie fishing is peaking in the Overton Arm. Anglers are tying on chartreuse jigs and tubes.

Riviera Marina Fishing Report

by RUSTY
We have some great news the fishing for the stripers is picking up. Our local anglers are reporting hook up and down the Colorado River here below the Davis Dam. I have heard a little bit from up on Lake Mohave but no good reports of as of yet mostly the stripers up on the lake have been in the 2-to-3-pound range while on the river

Boat Ramps Are Now Open

by LAHONTAN STATE RECREATION AREA

NDOW Biologists Monitor Wildhorse Reservoir After Fish Die-Off

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Elko County, NV: On Friday, April 8, the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) received reports of numerous dead fish at Wildhorse Reservoir in northern Elko County.  After surveying the area, NDOW biologists have confirmed that a die-off event occurred, impacting mainly yellow perch and a few channel catfish and trout. The lake was mostly ice-covered earlier in the week on Sunday, April 3. Due to increased

Large Lahontans In the Shallows

by PYRAMID FLY CO.
What a week we’ve had, the weather has gone through all four seasons in 7 days. The fish were as moody as the weather, it wasn’t if they were going to bite, it was when. However, with that said, the weather has pushed the fish to the shorelines and they are ready to party. Great catches of numbers and size have been made all through the

A very good day on the water

by HANS MOXLEY
A very good day on the water. A couple old friends and some new ones. Great fishing with you all Thanks so much

Indicator fishing has been the most consistent, especially as we see more spring weather at the lake

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
The fishing at Pyramid has begun to slow down over the last few weeks as we begin to see the fish here stage for their spawn, with the occasional pair attempting to do the deed right along the lakeshore. This activity will continue to increase in the next month and the bite will become increasingly sporadic during this time. Please be sure to give the

The Truckee has provided some excellent fishing over the last few weeks

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS
Spring fishing in the Truckee area is now in full force as the Truckee River is holding at just under 1,000 CFS in the canyon and around 450 along Glenshire Drive. According to predictions done by the forest service and our local water management, we are currently in our peak runoff. This is earlier than normal and coupled with our light snowpack once again this

In the eastern region stream flows are down a bit from last week

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
In the eastern region stream flows are down a bit from last week. Most streams are below the median for this time of year, many well below. Roads are drying out and access is improving but in narrow canyons with less sun expect frozen ground in the morning and possible mud in the afternoon. No fish have moved up into the river above the reservoir

As of April 8, the Bruneau River was flowing at 89 cfs

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
In the eastern region stream flows are down a bit from last week. Most streams are below the median for this time of year, many well below. Anglers can now access the Bruneau over the Gold Creek Road, though still no word on getting to Jarbidge through Nevada. Roads are drying out and access is improving but in narrow canyons with less sun expect frozen

The lake is ice free, nearly full and anglers are catching trout

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
The lake is ice free, nearly full and anglers are catching trout.  The surface water temperatures are still in the high 40’s.  Worms seem to be the presentation of choice, though small spinners should also work for those who want to throw some hardware.  Fly rodders should be using chironomids, PT nymphs, hare’s ears, small black or olive buggers and leeches.

As of April 8, Lamoille Creek was flowing at 24.4 cfs

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
In Elko County stream flows are up dramatically over last week due to the shot of precipitation early this week and the warm weather. However most streams are still well below the median for this time of year. Expect springtime snow, ice and muddy driving conditions into many of these streams, though roads are starting to dry out. The road into Lamoille Canyon is open

Owyhee River East Fork Fishing Report

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
In the eastern region stream flows are down a bit from last week. Most streams are below the median for this time of year, many well below. Roads are drying out and access is improving but in narrow canyons with less sun expect frozen ground in the morning and possible mud in the afternoon. The East Fork of the Owyhee immediately below Wildhorse Dam is

Harrison Pass is open for driving to the marsh and in good shape

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE
Harrison Pass is open for driving to the marsh and in good shape.  Not much has changed as far as fishing conditions and like the rest of northeastern Nevada the waters are ice free.  Fishing has been fair to good for 13 to 18-inch fish depending upon the day and location on the ditch.  Chironomid patterns such as zebra midges, Yankee buzzers, chromies and ice
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