Illipah Reservoir - Ely, NV

Spot Information
Fish Species: | Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout |
Illipah Reservoir, situated near Ely, Nevada, constitutes a productive coolwater fishery within White Pine County. This 70-acre impoundment, created by the damming of Illipah Creek, sustains robust populations of stocked Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss) and a self-sustaining population of Brown Trout (Salmo trutta). Its maximum depth of 50 feet and clear waters provide optimal habitat for salmonid species.
Angling methodologies are comprehensive and efficacious for both species. Conventional bait presentations utilizing PowerBait or natural baits, and spin casting with diminutive to medium-sized artificial lures (spinners, spoons), are highly productive from shore or electric-motor equipped boats. Fly fishing is extensively employed, with nymphing (e.g., midge, mayfly, scud imitations) beneath an indicator, and slow retrieval of streamer patterns (e.g., Woolly Buggers), proving consistently effective. Optimal fishing periods are perennially available, with peaks in spring and autumn correlating with favorable thermal regimes. Mid-winter ice fishing (December-February) is also consistently productive. Access is good, featuring designated campsites and amenities within the recreation area. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) regulations concerning specific bag limits and any area-specific provisions, crucial for the sustained management of this valued Eastern Nevada fishery.
Latest Fish Plants
Plant Date | Species | Source | # of Fish |
4-30-2025 | Rainbow Trout | NDOW | 2508 |
4-11-2025 | Rainbow Trout | NDOW | 1620 |
10-12-2024 | Rainbow Trout | NDOW | 4500 |
5-08-2024 | Rainbow Trout | NDOW | 4830 |
5-11-2023 | Rainbow Trout | NDOW | 2511 |
Latest Fish Reports
Date | Report | Author |
6-12-2025 | Recent angler contacts revealed rainbow trout in the 9-to-12 inch range being caught Water temperature is measuring 62F. Recent angler contacts... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
5-1-2025 | Catch rates are good with anglers catching several trout per hour Anglers are reeling in rainbow trout in the... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
3-19-2025 | Catch rates are good with anglers catching several trout per hour Illipah Reservoir is 100% open water and at... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
2-27-2025 | The only remaining ice is on the south end near the creek inlet Illipah Reservoir has 85% open water. The only... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
2-6-2025 | Illipah Reservoir is sitting at approximately 40 percent ice covered Illipah Reservoir is sitting at approximately 40% ice... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
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