Fish Reports

The reservoirs are ice-free

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The reservoirs are ice-free. Weeds are still visible from shore. Kayak anglers are fishing for healthy rainbows with good results. Action will continue to pick up as water temperatures grow warmer.

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The ice is off the reservoir and trout fishing is improving

Eagle Valley Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The ice is off the reservoir and trout fishing is improving. Rainbows are hitting spinners and worms. Crappie fishing has picked up as well, but bass fishing is still slow. Windy afternoons with gusty conditions are expected throughout the month. Check weather conditions and go prepared. Nighttime temperatures are still below freezing, but the campground and all facilities are open.

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The weather forecast is looking nice and clear after Thursday

Echo Canyon Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The weather forecast is looking nice and clear after Thursday. Daytime temperatures are in the 50s, so the water will stay open. Only a few anglers have been seen on the water. Trout are taking PowerBait, spinners and nymphs. All facilities are open for day trips and camping.

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Shore anglers are reeling in stripers below Davis Dam

Colorado River - Laughlin

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Shore anglers are reeling in stripers below Davis Dam. The fish are taking anchovies, with the best bite taking place in late afternoon and early evening. Boaters are catching stripers weighing up to 7 pounds near Big Bend State Recreation Area. Black bass will be more active as water temperatures increase and they begin to spawn. Rainbow trout action remains steady along the shoreline. The

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Smallmouth bass activity is picking up out of Cottonwood Cove

Lake Mohave

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Rainbow trout are taking gold Kastmasters and floating Mice Tails at Willow Beach. The fish are providing good action. Catfish are hit and miss on anchovies. With longer days and warmer temperatures ahead, action on Lake Mohave is expected to pick up. At the south end of the lake, stripers are taking anchovies fished from boats. Anglers are reporting the best striper action in the evening

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Trout plants are starting to slow as water temperatures begin to rise

Las Vegas Urban Ponds

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Trout plants are starting to slow as water temperatures begin to rise. Gold spinners, Kastmasters and night crawlers are fooling the trout. Catfish are becoming more active at sunset. The fish are taking stink baits and hotdog slices. A few anglers have reported catching bass on spinnerbaits.

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Striped bass are the main catch on the lake

Lake Mead

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Striped bass are the main catch on the lake, with bites being reported from Hemenway through the Overton Arm. Chatterbaits are enticing stripers in the 2-3-pound range, but anchovies are always a preferred bait. Largemouth bass are chasing jigs in the shallow, warmer water near Pitch Fork Cove. A few anglers have reported that soft plastic worms in olive colors are producing smallmouth bass in

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Riviera Marina Fishing Report

Colorado River - Laughlin

by RUSTY

Well again due to the wind I am guessing as not much going on that is as far as fishing our local waters. The calm days are brief and only a few seem to be getting out. I have been hearing of a few stripers in the 4-to-5-pound range up on lake Mohave but so far only a rumor. I know we are getting a

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Good Mac Fishing Today

Lake Tahoe

by HANS MOXLEY

That's some good fishing there guys.... We had some fun today, thanks so much

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What else is new? The girls whomping on the guys is pretty normal

Pyramid Lake

by PYRAMID FLY CO.

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Bass Bite Has Taken Off at Lake Mohave

Lake Mohave

by RIVER KING TACKLE AND OUTFITTERS

River King Tackle Company checked in with us today with a fising report for Lake Mohave and the Colorado River.

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Rolling into March things always perk up a bit

Truckee River

by MATT KOLES

Finally some weather, not much, but it’s sparked some good fishing on the Truckee River. Rolling into March things always perk up a bit. It was a very cold January/ Feb. Clear sunny days, low clear and cold water. Now flows are up a bit on both sides of the river and March is starting off good. Remember, March is about the best dry fly month

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Great morning of fishing

Lake Tahoe

by HANS MOXLEY

Great morning of fishing,, a cold start on the water but sun is out and it stopped snowing Great job guys, hope to see you again

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Snow Days Are Fun Days!

Pyramid Lake

by RENO FLY FISHING OUTFITTERS

#snowdays are #fun days #guidedflyfishing #flyfishing #pyramidlakeflyfishing

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The bite seems to be steady along the middle of the lake

Pyramid Lake

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

Pyramid Lake Fly Fishing Report and Forecast With the light storm expected over the weekend we anticipate some good fishing as the barometric pressure drops and fish remain active throughout the day. This weekend will be a great time to get out here. Most methods remain productive, and fish are being caught on a huge variety of streamers, bugs and lures. It really doesn’t seem to

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A slight shift in weather patterns this week should make for some improved fishing conditions

Truckee River

by TROUT CREEK OUTFITTERS

A slight shift in weather patterns this week should make for some improved fishing conditions when compared to the warm sunny days last week. Unfortunately, this is not the significant storm we need to further bolster our light snowpack for the summer months, but at this point any little bit helps. As other waters become increasingly accessible with lower elevation snow thawing, now is a

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n-the-Water Report | Pyramid Lake and the Truckee River | earlyMarch 2022

Truckee River

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: Holographic Midge, Balanced Leech, Boobies (Spanish Olive, Cat Whisker, Diablo), Pyramid Lake Beetle,Bellyache Minnow, Midnight Cowboy and Northern Lights Bugger, Pyramid Lake Fly Selection

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Very small dry flies have also been effective on warmer afternoons

Ruby Lake NWR

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Harrison Pass was able to be crossed by high clearance 4WD vehicles this week, but depending upon how much snow falls at higher elevations may be impassable after this weekend’s predicted snow. There are still some drifts on the west side of the pass that could cause some problems. Carry chains and a shovel. The roads in Ruby Valley are in good condition. Plenty of open

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Wild Horse Derby Winner

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Today's #catchoftheweek goes to Rafael Velasco! He was the first place winner of the Wild Horse Ice Fishing Derby we promoted last month. He sent us this awesome picture of his catch! Buy your fishing license at ndowlicensing.com, check our fishing reports at the link below, and get out there! https://www.ndow.org/.../fishing-stocking-reports/database/

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The ice is averaging 15 inches of good ice with little to no snow on top

Wild Horse Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

The ice is averaging 15 inches of good ice with little to no snow on top. With the rain forecast for Friday and then freezing overnight temperatures, expect slick ice over the weekend unless there is some snowfall on Saturday. There is little snow along the shorelines so snowmobiles aren’t recommended. Fishing for trout continues to be good using PowerBait or worms fished about four

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Ice conditions are changing fast here with the warmer weather

Wilson Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

Ice conditions are changing fast here with the warmer weather. The ice has been ranging between seven and 12 inches with a surface is still slick, though snow in the forecast for Saturday, surface conditions may improve. As of Thursday, March 3, the shorelines were starting to show some open water, especially on the north end. With overnight lows expected to drop into the high

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As of Thursday, March 3, South Fork was 90% open water

South Fork Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

As of Thursday, March 3, South Fork was 90% open water with very unsafe ice on the north and eastern shorelines. Surface water temperatures on the west side were 41 degrees midweek. The main boat ramp is still unusable as the cove is still ice covered. The boat ramp at Coyote Cove is out of the water so is also unusable. Fishing has been fair

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As of March 3 ice conditions were variable with six to 11 inches of ice

Illipah Reservoir

by NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE

As of Thursday, March 3, ice conditions were variable with six to 11 inches of ice and some open water along the shorelines. Anglers should drill test holes and use extreme caution if venturing upon the ice. No recent report from anglers but expect fair to good fishing for trout in the 12 to 15-inch range. The usual nightcrawlers or PowerBait should work here as

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Striper Tournament Announcement

Colorado River - Laughlin

by RIVER KING TACKLE AND OUTFITTERS

Striper Tournament Announcement: Monster Clash On The River will take place on April 30th and May 1st 2022. There are 3 divisions, Boat, Shore Fishing and Kayak. The Boat and Shore Divisions will be 2 Angler team format and the Kayak division will be single angler. each division will be limited to 50 Teams each. BBQ and T shirt is included with every entry. Cash

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