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Fishing activity is slow due to thin ice forming on most of the reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Fishing activity is slow due to thin ice forming on most of the reservoir. Overnight temperatures have been dropping below freezing, but warm afternoons are keeping the ice on the thin side.

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Stocked rainbow trout are keeping anglers busy

Colorado River - Laughlin

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Stocked rainbow trout are keeping anglers busy along the Colorado River. The fish are taking grubs, spinners and PowerBait in a variety of colors. Anglers have had the best success at Rotary Park and along Casino Row. Reports of striped bass and a few smallmouth bass have come in from Sunshine Peninsula. Catfish are eating chicken livers, anchovies, or homemade dough baits.

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When the water is calm, diving lures are producing striper catches

Lake Mohave

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Rooster Tails and worms have been working best for Willow Beach rainbows. Spotted yellow and red spinners fished above the weeds have enticed some trout. Unpredictable weather and low water conditions have kept many boaters off the lake. When the water is calm, diving lures are producing striper catches in the Cottonwood Basin.

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Stocked rainbows are providing anglers with good fishing

Las Vegas Urban Ponds

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Stocked rainbows are providing anglers with good fishing. Overcast mornings and afternoons have been productive. Anglers are using night crawler pieces and PowerBait to catch the fish. Those fishing the main pond at Floyd Lamb are catching bass and bluegill in the late morning. Seasonal catfish plants have ended for the year and should resume late next spring.

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Catfish action has been good after sunset

Lake Mead

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Anglers fishing the morning hours along the beaches near Hemenway are catching striped bass with live shad and swimbaits. Most of the fish are schoolies in the 1- to 3-pound range. In the Virgin Basin, anglers are catching stripers when jigging spoons at depths around 50 feet. Catfish action has been good after sunset with the fish taking shad, anchovies, or stink baits.

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Just takes one big storm cycle

Truckee River

by MATT KOLES

Just takes one big storm cycle. Now we’re sitting at about 150 % of average snowfall for the Truckee River drainage. Of course we need more, and next week looks to provide some more rain and snow. It’s amazing how quick things can change in Tahoe. Can we get out of the drought? There’s a good possibility we can. Every friggin meteorologist painted a doom and

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WINTER IS HERE!

Eagle Valley Reservoir

by EAGLE VALLEY RESORT STAFF

WINTER IS HERE! Just a friendly reminder as our lake is beginning to freeze, please be cautious as the ice is still very thin. It will be safe soon but still use CAUTION. Thank You Spring Valley Staff

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Riviera Marina Fishing Report

Colorado River - Davis Dam

by RUSTY

We are still getting some striper action here along the shores of the Colorado river. Up on lake Mohave its been mixed reviews as some days the fishing has been great and others not so much. Anglers are having some success near the dam and above the poser lines even trolling up in the basin has been successful. I heard of top water action has

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Let The Games Begin

Pyramid Lake

by PYRAMID FLY CO.

The large Pilots have been lurking the shallows a bit more the last few days with the lack of high pressure. These storm systems are dropping the shore temps as quick as can be and the bigger fish we are all after are hunting those ledges and looking for food as they continue bulking up on bait fish. This winter we are running into some

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Fwd: On-the-Water Report | Truckee River and Pyramid Lake | midDecember

Pyramid Lake

by RENO FLY SHOP

Truckee River Flies We Suggest: Black BH Zebra Midge 18-20, Olive Psycho May, Ready Baetis, Hot Butt, Truckee River Dozen Pyramid Lake Flies we Suggest: Boobies (Spanish Olive, Cat Whisker, Diablo), Pyramid Lake Beetle, Bellyache Minnow, Jans Tui-Chub, Balanced Leech, Holographic Midge, Pyramid Lake Fly Selection

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Pyramid Lake continues to improve

Pyramid Lake

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

Pyramid Lake continues to improve. Anglers can expect a great shore bite with this round of storms moving through this weekend. Southern beaches including wino beach, cattle guard beach, and popcorn beach are fishing well. Some flies to try there for anglers to try are black wooly worms, balanced leeches, midges, and foam beetles. Spots up north to check out are Spider point and Pelican

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The best fishing on the Truckee River is around Glenshire drive

Truckee River

by MOUNTAIN HARDWARE & SPORTS

The best fishing on the Truckee River is around Glenshire drive. Anglers should fish their winter setup. Some recommended flies for the Truckee River are san juan worms, small blue winged olives, small dry flies, or small midges size 18-20. Some other areas to try on the river are near Floriston and Farad. Use the same small flies, with light tippet and an indicator. FLOWS: Tahoe City

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The calm before the storm on the Truckee River

Truckee River

by MATT KOLES

The calm before the storm on the Truckee River. It just takes one big storm cycle for us to get back in the drivers seat. Things were pretty bleak, snow wise, back in November. Mother Nature saved us back in October, and she looks to do it again next week. A little cold duster yesterday, and now cold temps and definitely feeling like a Truckee December.

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Pond is closed for the winter

James Kinney Pond

by FISH REPORTS STAFF

Hey folks the pond is closed for the winter... Thank you see you in spring

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Reno Fly Fishing Outfitters Pyramid Lake Report

Pyramid Lake

by RENO FLY FISHING OUTFITTERS

Surface water temperatures in in the high 40’s and are a little bit above normal for this time of year due to the really warm fall and early winter we have had. A monster cold front is approaching the area, and this should really shake up the conditions. Calm warm blue bird sunny days with little wind are going to be replaced with cold, rain

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On Them Toads!

Pyramid Lake

by PYRAMID LAKE GUIDES

pyramid lake guides guide todd keller is on them toads!!! todd has some open dates .. call 435 549 0358 for booking. we will get you hooked up!!

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Seaman Pond in Minden Rainbow Catch!

Seemand Pond

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Today we celebrate Fishmas with three-year-old Blakely and her first solo fish! Thank you Troy (Blakely’s dad) for sharing these photos taken at Seaman Pond in Minden! Three-year's-old and already catching fish!

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Fishing from shore is unpredictable

Kirch Wildlife Management Area

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

With cold overnight temperatures, thin ice is forming across the smaller reservoirs, but clears on sunny days. Fishing from shore is unpredictable, and ice fishing is not recommended. Check weather conditions before heading out

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he only anglers braving the freezing temperatures are ice fishing from the dam

Eagle Valley Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Sunny afternoons are slowing down the thickening of the ice across the lake. The only anglers braving the freezing temperatures are ice fishing from the dam. If you go fishing for trout, try night crawlers or PowerBait. For up-to-date ice conditions, contact Spring Valley State Park at 775-962-5102.

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Not many anglers have been venturing out to Echo

Echo Canyon Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Not many anglers have been venturing out to Echo. Ice is starting to form but is still very thin. Boats are not a viable option due to ice along the shore. There are a few pockets to fish where birds have broken through the thin ice. For up-to-date ice conditions, contact Echo Canyon State Park at 775-962-5103.

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Rainbow trout anglers are choosing PowerBait over spinners

Colorado River - Laughlin

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Rainbow trout anglers are choosing PowerBait over spinners. Striper action is being reported near Davis Dam and Big Bend State Recreation Area. Ned rigs with white worms or bone-colored topwater lures are both working well for fish up to 10 pounds.

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Anglers are finding striped bass at various depths across Mohave

Lake Mohave

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Anglers are finding striped bass at various depths across Mohave. Some are catching stripers and smallmouth bass by trolling swimbaits at speeds less than 5 m.p.h. Most smallies are being found in the southern part of the Cottonwood Basin and near Katherine Landing. Catfish are taking smelly corn or chicken livers near vegetation after dark.

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Rainbow trout are taking spinners and night crawlers

Las Vegas Urban Ponds

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Rainbow trout are taking spinners and night crawlers. The Nevada Department of Wildlife planted trout at Floyd Lamb, Sunset, Veteran’s Memorial, and Lorenzi Park ponds.

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