Jakes Creek Reservoir (Boies Reservoir) - Wells, NV

Jakes Creek Reservoir, also designated as Boies Reservoir, situated in the high desert mountains south of Wells, Nevada, functions as a significant coolwater fishery. This impoundment, fed by Jakes Creek, sustains robust populations of stocked Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), introduced Brown Trout (Salmo trutta), and occasionally stocked Tiger Trout (Salmo trutta x Salvelinus fontinalis), a sterile hybrid valued for its aggressive predatory nature and growth potential. The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) consistently augments trout populations to ensure a high-quality recreational fishery.

Angling methodologies are comprehensive and adapted to lacustrine conditions. Conventional bait presentations utilizing PowerBait or worms are efficacious from shoreline or small craft. Spin casting with diminutive to medium-sized artificial lures (spinners, spoons) yields consistent results, particularly along structural features and drop-offs. Fly fishing is highly productive, predominantly from float tubes or pontoon boats. Nymphing with imitative patterns (e.g., midges, caddis, mayfly) and aggressively stripped streamer patterns (e.g., baitfish imitations for predatory trout) is consistently effective in varying depths. Optimal fishing periods span from spring through autumn, corresponding to ice-free conditions. Ice fishing constitutes a significant winter fishery, attracting hard-water enthusiasts. Access often necessitates navigation of unpaved roads, requiring appropriate vehicle preparedness for remote conditions. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current NDOW regulations concerning specific bag limits and any area-specific provisions, crucial for the sustained management of this valued coolwater resource in a remote and scenic setting.