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Bigger Fish Are Being Caught Closer to The Dam

Colorado River - Laughlin

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Boaters are catching stripers between 1 and 3 pounds throughout Big Bend State Recreation Area. The fish are taking anchovies and crankbaits in shad patterns. Bigger fish are being caught closer to Davis Dam with the fish hitting soft plastic worms and crankbaits fished from shore. Shoreline anglers are also catching 5-fish limits of rainbow trout. Different combinations of PowerBait, worms, and spotted spinners are

Bass Bite Slowing Down With The Temps Dropping

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Shore anglers at Willow Beach are reporting striped bass catches on chrome Rat-L-Traps. Rainbow trout are taking baits near the fishing pier from sunrise to about noon. On the reservoir, both black and striped bass are hitting topwater baits like Zara Spooks and Whopper Ploppers. Catfish are taking anchovies and corn near Cottonwood Cove. The bass bite is expected to slow down due to the

Striped Bass Continue To Hit Topwater Lures

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Striped bass continue to hit topwater lures throughout the morning hours in the Boulder Basin. Largemouth bass activity is being reported in the shallows with the fish taking chatterbaits, soft plastics, and Whopper Ploppers. Anglers are catching catfish up to 5 pounds around Hemenway after sunset. Few reports have come in from the Virgin Basin or Overton Arm. Black bass and striped bass action is

Big Changes on The Truckee River

by MATT KOLES

Big changes on the Truckee River. Pretty much went from summer into winter in about 2 days. We got a little bit of snow, and are struggling to get out of the 20’s. Light cold snow. Good news is the storm door looks open. They should be warmer storms, with more moisture and higher snow levels. Look for flows to come up. The best winter fishing

PYRAMID IS OPEN, GUIDES APPROVED

by PYRAMID LAKE GUIDES

The Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe has opened the lake to the public, and has approved our guide license for the 2020-2021 season. We are now booking! Water temps are expected to drop in the next few weeks, which will be great for shore fishing. Get your rods ready! Pyramid Lake Lodge is open for rooms and take out food. The Marina is also open. Permits are

Pyramid Fly Report

by RENO FLY SHOP

Reno Fly Shop guide, Mike Anderson, @mt_anderson with your on the water report from Pyramid Lake. We are booking trips for Pyramid lake and the Truckee River for November and beyond. Call today and reserve your spot!

Closed until Jan 1, 2020

by DOUG BUSEY

The lake is closed to fishing until January 1st 2012. The NDOW has planted the lake with 10K lbs of trout within the last couple months. The Topaz Lodge fishing derby will not take place. But they will be giving away the 20121 Topaz Lodge fishing hats.

Both Bass & Trout Fishing Are Good

Jakes Creek Reservoir (Boies Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Little or no change here. The water level is down due to irrigation, but normal for this time of year. Weeds have died off but their remnants are still present. Hopefully the windy forecast over the next week will help shore fishing. However, anglers should still plan on fishing from a small boat or float tube and cast back towards the weeds for both bass

Water Level is Low & Muddy

Jiggs Reservoir (Zunino Reservoir)

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The water level is very low and muddy and fishing is poor. Due to low hot water this summer there was a trout die-off so trout fishing is nonexistent at this time. NDOW is not planning on planting trout here this fall due to the low water levels. No report of anglers fishing here, so no report on any bluegill or bass but expect poor

Large Browns & Tigers Are on The Prowl

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Bass fishing is done here as the weather turns and the water cools into the 40’s. Fishing is good for 10 to 13-inch trout at the collection ditch which was stocked with approximately 7,000 trout in October. Water level in the collection ditch has improved and large browns and tigers are on the prowl at the end of the fall spawn. Small brightly colored spinners

Wild Horse Reservoir Fishing Report

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Surface water temperatures are dropping into the 40’s and the algae and vegetation are quickly disappearing. Ice may start appearing on the edges and backs of coves next week. Trout fishing has been good, with anglers catching nice fish from shore, boats and float tubes. Expect the boat ramp to be removed from the water soon if it already hasn’t been. Fishing for perch is

Trout Fishing Has Been Good

Wilson Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The water level is average for this time of year and surface water temperatures have dropped into the low 50’s to high 40’s. Fishing is good for 12 to 15-inch trout and bass fishing is slow. Just like other reservoirs, the trout are moving up in the water column and into shallower water. Black leeches have been working for both trout and bass along the

Road may Be Closed Due To Weather

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Depending upon weather conditions, the road may soon be closed to the lake if it receives enough precipitation, but as of the writing of this report it was open. Cold nighttime temperatures will soon cause ice to form here and fishing will be done. Currently, the usual worms under a bobber or PowerBait fished off the bottom with a slip sinker are working as are

Anglers Reporting Good Trout Fishing

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Anglers report good fishing for trout at, especially at the south end and in the larger coves. Surface water temperatures are dropping into the low 50’s and 40’s depending upon time of day and location on the lake. Little change here on fishing conditions as trout fishing is good and bass fishing is slow to fair with an occasional large bass being taken. Fly fishermen

Cave Lake Fishing Report

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

As the cold front moves into the area expect ice to start forming on the lake edge in the mornings. Very little change here as fishing at Cave Lake has been fair to good for eight to 10-inch trout, with very low water levels due to a drawdown due to concerns with the dam. The usual small nymphs and crystal buggers are working for trout,

Water Level is Low But Fishing is Fair

Cold Creek Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The water level is low but fishing is fair to good for both trout and bass. Best times seem to be early morning here as the trout can be seen taking insects off or just below the surface. Worms, PowerBait, small spinners and flies should all work if the fish are cooperating. Small dark colored dry flies first thing in the morning are working. Griffith’s

Water Temps Have Dropped & Trout Fishing is Good

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Comins Lake has water temperatures dropping into the 40’s and trout fishing is good with bass fishing slow. Fly fisherman should use wooly buggers, leech patterns, and nymphs patterns (midges, beaded pheasant tails…etc.) fished under an indicator. If you catch a pike, please check to see if it has a radio transmitter tag near the tail. If it does, please return the fish to the

Brown Trout Spawn Has Wrapped Up

Illipah Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water surface temperatures are dropping into the 40’s and trout fishing is good. The usual flies like wooly buggers, prince nymphs, hares ears and chironomid patterns should all work. Small spinners, PowerBait and worms should be effective as well. The brown trout spawn has wrapped up, but the fish are still actively patrolling the south end of the lake. Illipah was stocked in late October

Incentivized Harvest of brown trout begins Nov. 11

by ARIZONA GAME & FISH DEPARTMENT

Joint News Release - National Park Service and Arizona Game and Fish Department MARBLE CANYON, Ariz. — The National Park Service (NPS) and Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) are working with partners and seeking the public’s help in addressing the threat of brown trout in the Colorado River. Beginning Nov. 11, 2020, the National Park Service at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area will implement an

Catching Red Hot Chrome Pilots!

by PYRAMID FLY CO.

The boys had a blast floating around in @watermaster1 catching red hot chrome pilots! The opener was great while Tuesday and Wednesday were a bit of a grind. But it’s hard to beat gorgeous weather, beach tacos, hanging with great friends and chasing cutthroat at Pyramid.

Water Levels Remain Low

Kirch Wildlife Management Area

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Water levels remain low and vegetation continues to gather along the shorelines. Rainbow trout action has been best from a boat. Trout are hitting PowerBait, night crawlers and hardware, including spoons, Kastmasters and Super Dupers. With waterfowl season underway, outdoor enthusiasts can take home a few ducks as well as fish.

Trout Fishing Has Been Good Following Recent Plants

Eagle Valley Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Trout fishing has been good following recent NDOW fish plants. Anglers are catching both rainbow and tiger trout. The fish are taking PowerBait, spinners, and a variety of small spoons. The fishing dock and ramp will remain inaccessible until the reservoir receives additional water, and that is dependent on precipitation. Moisture is expected this weekend, so travel prepared for the possibilities.

Rainbow Action Has Been Very Good

Echo Canyon Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Rainbow trout action has been very good. The best fishing has been found by those using boats or float tubes to get away from the shoreline. Since water levels are low, anglers are finding the best action off the dam. The fish are taking PowerBait in rainbow, orange or green colorations, as well as Rooster Tails and other spinners. Moisture is blowing in this weekend,

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