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2019–2020 NEVADA FISHING GUIDE

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CONTENTS Licenses, Permits and Fees �� 4 Bonneville Cutthroat Trout Restoration Success �� 8 Fishing the Reese River ��10 Footballs are Back ��12 Good Winter Fishing Without the Ice ��14 Fishing Western Nevada’s Four Seasons ��16 Fishing Hunter Creek ��18 Selected Game Fish of Nevada ��20 Regional Fish Stocking Reports ��22 Fishable Waters Maps ��24 ADALAY PEREZ Species List by Region, ADA locations, rd and AIS Inspection Stations 2nd 3 Statewide Regulations ��36 Reglas de Pesca ��38 Accessible (ADA) Fishing in Nevada �� 41 Eastern ��42 Southern ��46 Western ��48 Wildlife Management Area Regulations ��52 Boating Regulations ��54 Nevada “Native Fish Slam” Entry Form ��57 ANNA KAREN VALLALOBOS Trophy Fish Entry ��58 REBEKAH FUERNISS Record Fish of Nevada ��59 Look Who Got Online and Got Outside ��60 CONGRATULATIONS to the winners of the 2018 Nevada STATE OF NEVADA Free Fishing Day Poster Contest! Steve Sisolak, Governor STATE BOARD OF WILDLIFE COMMISSIONERS Brad Johnston, Chairman Paul E. Valentine, Vice Chairman FREE FISHING DAY Jon Almberg, Thomas Barnes, Tiffany East, Kerstan Hubbs, David McNinch, Tommy Caviglia, and Casey D. Kiel June 8, 2019 NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE Tony Wasley, Director Jon Sjӧberg, Fisheries Division Chief Chris Vasey, Conservation Education Division Chief Tyler Turnipseed, Law Enforcement Division Chief Elizabeth Kenna, Publications Coordinator ON THE COVER: Due to widespread stocking in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s; Brook Trout are one of the most widely distributed trout species in Nevada’s high mountain streams and lakes. The NDOW Fisheries Division is currently focused on restoring native Cutthroat Trout to many of the streams inhabited by brook trout.

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DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

Dear Outdoor Enthusiasts,

Last year when I was writing the Director’s Message for the 2018 Fishing Guide, I focused on the Department’s, at that time, recently completed license simplification effort and new Williamstown, MA | Birmingham, AL licensing system. As I sit down to write the 2019 Fishing Guide Director’s Message, NDOW’s new license system is closing in on one year since implementation. The biggest license changes for Nevada anglers are probably the license valid period, the lack of required stamps, and mobile friendliness of the purchasing system. Still unbeknownst to many of our customers, both hunting and fishing licenses are now valid for 365 days from the date of purchase. When opportunities for late fall and winter fishing trips cause custom- About This Guide ers to ponder the value of purchasing a license relative to duration of license validity, one can relax in the knowledge that your licenses will be valid for 365 days from the date of purchase. Trout stamps, second rod stamps, or other previously state-required stamps are now all This high-quality guide is offered to you included in the purchase of licenses and no longer exist. by the Nevada Department of Wildlife Anywhere you can get a cell signal or a Wi-Fi signal you can use your cell phone, tablet or through its unique partnership with J.F. other mobile device to Get Online and Get Outside through Nevada’s new licensing system (www.ndowlicensing.com). Griffin Publishing, LLC. Just as I do every year, as you read this year’s Fishing Guide I want to encourage you to The revenue generated through ad sales explore all Nevada has to offer. Although Nevada is frequently referenced as the driest state significantly lowers production costs and in the country, I want everyone to know that Nevada is home to over 200 lakes and reservoirs generates savings. These savings trans- and more than 600 streams and rivers that combine to provide nearly 400,000 surface acres late into additional funds for other impor- of sport fishing. tant agency programs. From the high alpine lakes in Elko’s Ruby Mountains to the desert lakes like Lake Mead near Las Vegas, Nevada offers a variety of opportunities. The majority of Nevada’s fishable still If you have any feedback or are inter- waters consist of man-made reservoirs that vary in size from one acre to the 115-mile-long ested in advertising, please contact us Lake Mead. A good portion of beautiful Lake Tahoe is also within Nevada. Most of Nevada’s at 413.884.1001 or at www.JFGriffin.com reservoirs can be reached by road but many of the 600 streams that crisscross the state can only be reached hiking trails. Graphic Design: This publication is meant as a reference for any questions you might have regarding fishing Jon Gulley, Dane Fay, John Corey, the Silver State. If you can’t find something in this magazine, check us out on our website at Evelyn Haddad, Chris Sobolowski ndow.org or contact any of our offices. We are here to make sure you enjoy Nevada’s outdoors.

Sincerely,

Tony Wasley Director, Nevada Department of Wildlife

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NDOW Director Tony Wasley with a Brook Trout he caught near Galena Creek.

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DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE REGIONAL OFFICES

WESTERN REGION OFFICE Western Region Eastern Region 1100 Valley Rd. Reno, NV 89512 (775) 688-1506 EASTERN REGION OFFICE 60 Youth Center Rd. Elko, NV 89801 (775) 777-2300 SOUTHERN REGION OFFICE 4747 Vegas Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89108 (702) 486-5127 ELY OFFICE 1218 N. Alpha St. Ely, NV 89301 Phone: (775) 289-1655 ext. 21 Office hours: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. FALLON OFFICE 380 West B. St. Fallon, NV 89406 (775) 423-3171 (Hours subject to change, call ahead to confirm hours of operation.) WINNEMUCCA OFFICE 705 E. Fourth St. Winnemucca, NV 89445 (775) 623-6565

HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE Southern Region 1. The first part of the guide has stories about where to fish, and what NDOW has been doing to improve fishing in Nevada. 2. The center of the Guide includes our Fishable Water Maps for each region. 3. The back of the Guide has our general regulations, as well as regulations by region.

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NEVADA FISHING LICENSES, PERMITS AND FEES Purchase your license at www.ndowlicensing.com. RESIDENT COMBINATION LICENSE FEES LICENSE DESCRIPTION TOTAL VALUE Combination License Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons 18 years of age and older at the time of purchase. $75.00 Serviceman's Specialty Com- Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For Nevada Residents who are on active duty outside of Nevada. $15.00 bination License Severe Disability Specialty Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. Initial application through NDOW only. $15.00 Combination License * Native American Specialty Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. Resident Native American as defined in NRS 502.280. Must $10.00 Combination License * supply a letter of eligibility. Initial application through NDOW only. Disabled Veteran Specialty Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. Nevada Resident and veteran who has incurred a service- $15.00 Combination License * connected disability of 50 percent or more. Initial application through NDOW only. Youth Combination License ** Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons at least 12 years of age but less than 18 years of $15.00 Youth Fishing License age at time of purchase.Youth Fishing License is offered only as the Youth Combination License. Senior Specialty Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons 65 years of age or older with 5 years of continuous $15.00 Combination License Nevada residency at the time of purchase.

* – Require first-time applicants to apply through NDOW offices only. Once their application is on file, these license holders will then be able to apply for future year’s licenses online at ndowlicensing.com. ** – Hunter privileges are not valid without completing a certified hunter education course, and proper documentation has been submitted to NDOW. RESIDENT FISHING LICENSE FEES LICENSE DESCRIPTION TOTAL VALUE Fishing License Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons 18 years of age or older at the time of purchase. $40.00 1-Day Fishing Permit Valid until midnight of the date specified. $9.00 Each Consecutive Day Added to a 1-Day Permit $3.00

Youth Fishing License is offered only as the Youth Combination License. NONRESIDENT COMBINATION LICENSE FEES LICENSE DESCRIPTION TOTAL VALUE Combination License Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons 18 years of age and older at the time of purchase. $155.00 Youth Combination License * Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons at least 12 years of age but less than 18 years of $15.00 Youth Fishing License age upon payment. Youth Fishing License is offered only as the Youth Combination License. 1-Day Permit to Fish and hunt Valid until midnight of the date specified. $23.00 upland game birds and migra- Each Consecutive Day Added to 1-Day Permit to Fish and Hunt Upland and Migratory Game Birds. $8.00 tory game birds

* – Hunter privileges are not valid without completing a certified hunter education course, and proper documentation has been submitted to NDOW. NONRESIDENT FISHING LICENSE FEES LICENSE DESCRIPTION TOTAL VALUE Fishing License Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons 18 years of age and older at the time of purchase. $80.00 Interstate Boundary Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. $30.00 Water License (To fish solely in the reciprocal waters of the Colorado River, Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, Lake Tahoe and Topaz Lake) 1-Day Fishing Permit Valid until midnight of the date specified. $18.00 Each Consecutive Day Added to a 1-Day Permit $7.00

NEVADA SPECIAL FISHING PERMIT LICENSE DESCRIPTION TOTAL VALUE Nevada Special Fishing Permit Eligible non-profits include: clubs, foundations, programs, educational institutions or other social groups- oper $25.00 ated for the benefit of children or that will use the permit for the benefit of adults with disabilities; for mental health facilities, facilities for juveniles, rehabilitation, older persons, and foster care facilities. Permits for entire non-profit organization when supervised by the non-profit officer or employee with a valid fishing license. New applicants submit descriptive letter of services provided by their institution or organization, and documented proof of non-profit status. Issued through NDOW Headquarters Office only.

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6 LICENSES, PERMITS AND FEES

QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENT LICENSES, TAGS AND PERMITS A person is considered to be a resident of the State of Nevada if he is a citizen of, or is lawfully entitled to remain in, the United States, and during the six months next preceding his application to the Department for a license, tag or permit, he maintained his principal and permanent residence in this State; was physically present in this State, except for temporary absences; and did not purchase or apply for any resident license, tag or permit to hunt, fish or trap in another state, country or province. A person who does not maintain his principal Bill Elliott sent in this photo to us with the caption, “We spent the week in the Sweetwater Mountains at and permanent residence in Nevada but who is Desert Creek. Thanks NDOW for stocking that true gem of a Nevada fishery!” attending an institution of higher learning in this State as a full-time student is eligible for a resident license, tag or permit if, during the six months next from another state, country or province. Principal have a social security number must provide the preceding his application to the Department for a and permanent residence means a place where a number to obtain a business, occupational or license, tag or permit, he: was physically present person is legally domiciled and maintains a per- recreational license. Federal Law – Public Law in Nevada, except for temporary trips outside of manent habitation in which he lives and to which 104 – 193; Nevada Statute – NRS 502.063, the State, and did not purchase or apply for any he intends to return when he leaves the state in 503.5833, 504.390. resident license, tag or permit to hunt, fish or trap which the permanent habitation is located. The in another state, country or province. A resident term does not include merely owning a residence ACTIVE MEMBERS OF license, tag or permit issued by this State is void if in the state. (Refer to NRS 502.015) THE ARMED FORCES the person to whom it was issued establishes or Active members, permanently assigned to the maintains his principal and permanent residence SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER state of Nevada and spouses and dependents, in and obtains any hunting, fishing or trapping Laws regarding child support mandate that may obtain a fishing license at the same cost privilege or entitlement conditional on residency any person who is required by federal law to as Nevada residents. (Refer to NRS 502.070)

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8 EASTERN REGION RESTORATION

BONNEVILLE CUTTHROAT TROUT RESTORATION SUCCESS

By Joe Doucette, Eastern Region Conservation Educator

Approximately 14,000 years ago, prehistoric Lake Bonneville covered of intact populations of pure BCT when the states came together to work much of northern and western Utah, reaching into extreme eastern Ne- towards native trout conservation. vada near Wendover and Ely. As the lake receded into what is now the NDOW began developing a BCT recovery program in the late 1980’s Great Salt Lake and Utah Lake, streams left behind on the eastern slope with the goal of re-establishing populations of native BCT into all 12 of the Snake Mountain Range east of Ely became home to Bonneville streams in the north and south Snake Range which made up the historic cutthroat trout (BCT), one of three cutthroat trout subspecies native to range for the fish in Nevada. Nevada. By the middle of the 20th Century, BCT had disappeared from The first step was to identify which streams held pure populations of most of its natural range in Nevada. BCT. One of the factors in the disappearance of BCT was the introduc- “In the mid-50’s there were only two intact populations of BCT, tion of nonnative trout species such as brook, brown, and rainbow trout. Pine Creek and Hendry’s Creek above a natural fish barrier,” says Chris In many cases rainbow trout interbred with the native BCT, diluting the Crookshanks, NDOW Native Fish Staff Biologist. genetics of the species. Crews spent the short summer field seasons Around 1960, BCT were stocked in Goshute Creek, which is in Steptoe surveying creeks to determine which held intact populations of BCT. Valley and not part of their historic range. Goshute Creek was devoid of Genetically pure strains of BCT were found in four streams including fish and the intent at the time was to establish a conservation population Pine Creek, upper Hendry’s Creek, Hampton Creek (which had been so if a catastrophic event occurred in the two creeks that still held fish, stocked with Pine Creek fish) and the out of basin Goshute Creek. there would be a population available for restoration. The next step was to eradicate nonnative trout in the streams that “30 years ago,” explains Heath Korell, NDOW Fisheries Biologist, didn’t hold BCT. This was done by chemically treating the streams with “Nevada Department of Wildlife began working progressively with Utah, Rotenone, a naturally occurring compound found in the roots, seeds and Idaho and Wyoming to conserve native trout populations (cutthroat) in stems of plants such as jicama and is widely used as both an insecticide the West.” and piscicide for killing fish. Drip stations are set up along the waterway According to Korell, the historic range for BCT in Nevada was limited and sprayers and sand “bombs” infused with powdered rotenone are to 12 streams in the north and south Snake Range and most were devoid used to treat springs and backwaters.

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Once non-native species are eradicated, the streams are allowed to rest for a minimum of a year and often for several to make sure all of the non-desirable fish have been removed. The streams are again surveyed with electroshockers during the summer to confirm the absence of fish. BCT are then transferred from existing populations to the treated streams. In the late 1990’s and early 2000’s Great Basin National Park Located off Interstate 80 joined the effort and streams within the Park boundaries were treated Directly south of Exit 314 and BCT were re-introduced there as well. Korell states, “Unfortunately, there have been some setbacks. Fires 100 pull-through spaces have burned on Strawberry, Hampton and Goshute Creeks. The fire at Free 100 mbps wifi Hampton was catastrophic killing all of the BCT there. The Strawberry Fire killed many of the fish in Strawberry Creek and the status of Goshute Tent camping • Hot showers Creek is unknown at this time as the fire occurred late summer of 2018.” Korell and Crookshanks say that as the riparian vegetation recovers Beer & Ice • Propane along Strawberry Creek, remaining BCT should expand down the stream. When the riparian vegetation along Hampton recovers BCT may be re- Pet-friendly • Dump station introduced into that watershed as well. On-Site Laundry Facility “Overall, the Bonneville cutthroat trout restoration program is a huge success,” adds Crookshanks, “30 years ago we had just four intact Potable water available 10 cents a gallon populations, two of them outside of their historic range. We were able to establish intact populations of native BCT in all 12 streams within Bar open 3PM to 10PM their historic range, and three streams outside of it.” 775-738-3448 [email protected] elkorvparkatryndon.com

10 EASTERN REGION REESE RIVER

FISHING THE REESE RIVER

By Joe Doucette, Eastern Region Conservation Educator

Are you looking to get away from the crowds for some quality fishing? the LCT to recover to fishable populations. At that time, Nevada anglers Then the Reese River is for you. The fishable part of the Reese River, will have the unique opportunity to catch native LCT in one of the more along with some of its tributaries, is in the Arc Dome Wilderness in central pristine LCT streams in Nevada and take Nevada one step closer to Nevada between Austin and Tonopah. Because it is so far from a major removing Lahontan cutthroat trout as a threatened species under the population center it is a very underutilized fishery. Endangered Species Act. Currently the river system holds a variety of species of trout including brown trout, brook trout, rainbow trout and Lahontan cutthroat trout HOW TO GET THERE: (LCT) that have been hybridized with rainbow trout. It is one of the largest From Austin, travel west on US 50 to the SR 722 turnoff (approximately intact historic LCT stream habitat systems in the state of Nevada and two miles). Head south on SR 722 approximately six miles to the Ione/ has been identified as a key LCT recovery water by biologists working Yomba Indian Reservation turnoff. Follow this road (mixture of pave- to conserve that species. ment and gravel) south approximately 53 miles, past the Yomba Indian To that end the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) in partnership Reservation to the Cow Canyon Creek Trailhead road. Follow this road with the USFWS, the US Forest Service and the Yomba Indian Reserva- another 5.5 miles to the trailhead. Once there, it is about a 1.5 mile hike tion, plans to remove non-native fish and restore native LCT that once on a good trail to the Reese River. Anglers may also want to pick up a map occupied the stream. from any US Forest Service office that shows the Arc Dome Wilderness. Depending upon permitting and water conditions, the upper Reese and its tributaries could be treated in mid to late summer by NDOW. As WHERE TO FISH: part of that plan, limits were recently lifted from the Reese River and its The entire stream within the Arc Dome Wilderness has the potential to tributaries providing a unique opportunity for anglers to catch and keep as hold quality trout, though the higher densities of trout are higher up in many fish as they want to help NDOW with the removal of non-native fish. the system due to clean cold perennial water. The main stem of the Reese After the removal of non-native fish, NDOW will take LCT from exist- contains mostly brown and rainbow trout, though anglers may also catch ing populations within the Reese River Basin and transplant them into brook trout and rainbow/LCT hybrids. Big Sawmill Creek and Little Jett quality spawning waters within the upper Reese River basin. Depending Creek, large tributaries of the Reese, contain mostly brook trout with upon water conditions and Mother Nature, it may take several years for the occasional rainbow or LCT/rainbow hybrid.

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In an effort to to assist NDOW withthe removal of non-native fish, limits were recently lifted from the Reese River and its tributaries allowing anglers to catch and keep as many fish as they want.

WHEN TO FISH: The best fishing occurs from just after the spring runoff to right before it starts to ice up in late fall. Mid to late summer may find low flows, but also lots of grasshoppers and insect hatches that have trout actively feeding. HOW TO FISH: Whether you are a bait, spin or fly fisherman, beaver ponds should be high on your list when fishing the Reese. They hold a lot of fish and make for fairly easy fishing. In the ponds bait anglers can use worms, PowerBait or grasshoppers fished under a small bobber. In the stream, the same baits can be used, just fish them on a light wire hook and dead drift or high stick them through runs or tail waters. Spin anglers will want to use small spinners, rooster tails or panther Martins, or similar style presentations to fish the same areas. Fly rod- ders can use a variety of dry flies as well as nymphs that can be dead drifted or high sticked through riffles and runs. Flies to try include ants, beetles, grasshoppers, elk hair caddis, yellow stimulators, gold ribbed hares ears, pheasant tail nymphs, red or green copper Johns and caddis nymph imitations.

12 EASTERN REGION FOOTBALLS ARE BACK THE FOOTBALLS ARE BACK!

By Chris Crookshanks, Native Aquatic Species Specialist

While unassuming to some, those who have fished Comins Lake in populations in Comins Lake that many an angler had grown to love. the past know that it is home to some of the largest, fastest-growing During the summer of 2015, an army of NDOW personnel descended trophy trout in the state. “The footballs” refers to the most common upon both Comins Lake and Bassett Lake to again eradicate the toothy description for the fish that roam the waters of the reservoir. predator. Bassett Lake, located 20 miles north of Ely was also home Seeming to appear as an oasis out of a sea of sagebrush just seven to northern pike and likely represented the origin of the most recent miles south of Ely, Comins Lake has had an illustrious past. The reser- illegal introduction. The spring of 2016 saw trout and bass stocked voir was first stocked with the highly predatory northern pike in 1970 into both waters for the first time in nearly a decade. In seemingly in an effort to control a nuisance population of non-game fish. By the no time, the reputation of the fish Comins Lake produces has quickly mid 1980’s, the pike had decimated all fish in the reservoir and the been restored. Trout in the 18-20 inch and 3-pound size class were pike population crashed. The pike were chemically eradicated using common throughout the 2018 season. In 2019, anglers can expect to rotenone in 1989 and Comins Lake enjoyed itself as a trophy trout see more quality and preferred size trout are being caught with some destination throughout the 1990’s until they were again discovered trout measuring over 25 inches and tipping the scales at 5 pounds. The in the reservoir in 1999, this time a result of an illegal introduction. In largemouth bass population will see a large portion of their population less than a decade, the pike had again devastated the trout and bass move into the 10-inch range in 2019 meaning more spawning age bass.

A load of Rainbow Trout arrive at Comins Lake.

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The key to the Comins Lake footballs is the productivity of the high desert gem. From zooplankton to whole array of aquatic insects such as midges, damselflies, and dragonflies, anything that a trout likes to eat is present in the waters of Comins Lake in obscene amounts. A growth study in the mid-1990’s showed that hatchery trout stocked at eight inches and 1/3 pound each would more than double their length and showed an eight-fold increase in weight in just a year. In the absence of pike, Comins Lake has proven itself of trophy capabilities. In 2004, it was the fourth most popular fishing destination in the entire state, only to be bested by Lakes Mead and Mohave and the Truckee River. As a two-tiered fishery (trout and bass), quality fishing can be pursued year-round by anglers of all ages and experience. Springtime and fall water temperatures make for fantastic trout fishing while bass fishing can be enjoyed in the hotter summer months. An often-overlooked opportunity is catching giant trout through the ice in the winter months. Comins Lake is an integral component of NDOW’s Steptoe Valley Wildlife Management Area just 7 miles south of Ely, a full-service commu- nity. The lake is fed by both Steptoe and Cave Creeks from the east and Willow Creek from the south. At capacity, the lake covers 410 surface acres with a maximum depth of 15 feet. Average depth is 6 to 8 feet.

Anything that a trout likes to eat is present in the waters of Comins Lake in obscene amounts. The fish get big!

Come see Comins Lake for yourself, you won’t regret it!

FISHING FACILITIES

Bait fishermen should fish off the bottom with PowerBait, A primitive boat launch is available. However, plans are in salmon eggs, or night crawlers with a minimal amount of the works for a modernized boat ramp and dock. There are weight. Spinners and spoons are popular with the casters, restrooms on-site. Although, overnight camping and fires are but a fly and a bubble produces excellent results as well. Fly not allowed, there are a multitude of camping and lodging fishermen should use nymph and damsel patterns in the spring choices nearby. NDOW is currently working to obtain a grant and dark wooly buggers, midges, and leeches the rest of the that would fund a new, modern ADA compliant boat launch year. For those willing to brave the elements, weighted jigs facility for Comins Lake. (green or yellow) seem to work best for ice fishing.

Health Advisory – Comins Lake: Due to elevated methylmercury levels, The Nevada State Health Division is recommending zero consumption of largemouth bass from Comins Lake. For more information visit ndow.org.

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Brandon Senger, Southern Region supervising fisheries biologist, holds up a Lake Mead striped bass found while conducting population surveys. Large stripers come up from the depths during the cool winter months, making them more accessible to anglers. (NDOW)

By Doug Nielsen, Southern Region Conservation Education Supervisor

For much of the Silver State, winter fishing involves hard water, ice “Winter is a good time to target the bigger striped bass because they augers and layers of clothing to ward off the cold. And though that come up out of the depths and are more accessible to anglers. So, if they option is fun and exciting in its own right, there is a more comfortable want to get trophy stripers winter is a good time to do it, and they’ll have alternative. All you have to do is load up your gear and pay a visit to a better to chance to find them at multiple spots throughout the lake,” Clark County. said Brandon Senger, Southern Region supervising fisheries biologist In Southern Nevada, you’ll find relatively mild winter temperatures, for the Nevada Department of Wildlife. especially when compared to those commonly experienced in the state’s When it comes to largemouth and smallmouth bass, “Anglers typi- more northern climes. More importantly, you also will find two of the cally have better luck finding the fish in deeper water during the cooler country’s largest recreational waterways – Lake Mead and Lake Mohave. months. 45 to 60 feet is what I hear from anglers. That’s where they In December and January, the average daytime temperature at Lake catch them. So if you are targeting black bass, I would look for cliffs and Mead is about 58 degrees with overnight lows hovering near 37. For work around that 45- to 60-foot range,” said Senger. Lake Mohave, you can add five degrees to those temperature readings. For smallies Senger recommends working your baits along rocky Though Mead and Mohave have well-earned reputations for hosting shore areas as well as cliff faces and steep drop-offs. “Don’t go back into summer boating crowds, during the winter months they are among the coves with a lot of vegetation. With largemouth bass you might have most underutilized waterways in the West. That means there is plenty some luck, but they are probably going to be a little deeper, looking for of open water to go around with some peace and quiet to go with it. that warmer water.” Both reservoirs are home to three bass species – striped, largemouth When it comes to the bass species, anglers looking for numbers of fish and smallmouth – along with green sunfish, bluegill and catfish. Lake may want to focus their efforts on Lake Mead, but those looking for big fish Mead also has a growing population of crappies that flies somewhat may want to put their time in on Lake Mohave. Smallmouth bass topping under the radar. the 4-pound mark are not uncommon and will give you a memorable fight.

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Willow Beach, located on the Arizona shoreline at the north end of Lake Mohave holds a good and Lake Mohave is known for producing striped bass weighing 30-pounds growing population of scrappy or more. While that is not a daily occurrence, it is not surprising when smallmouth bass. This smallie, a lucky angler reels in something that large. If you are just looking to caught and released by Roger catch something in the double-digit realm, this might well be the place. Williams, is typical of the fish found Just be ready to put in some time. With its ultra-clear water, Willow in the reservoir. Beach can be a tough place to catch wary stripers and will put one’s (Doug Nielsen) angling skills to the test. In addition to stripers, Willow Beach also is a good place to catch rainbow trout. The National Fish Hatchery, located just upstream from the marina, stocks trout every Friday. You can also find trout in the lower Colorado River below Davis Dam at Laughlin. While many anglers who visit Southern Nevada concentrate their efforts on catching one or more of the bass species, there is growing interest in Lake Mead’s surging crappie population. Generally, the fish are found in the Overton Arm. “Crappie fishing is typically good year round – cold water or hot water – so if people are looking for something new to do, winter would be a good time to try fishing for crappie,” Senger said. “You can also find some bluegill action during the cold weather. They tend to be easier to catch once they start spawning and nesting, but you can still target them in the winter. At Lake Mohave you can find them around habitat structures. At Lake Mead you can look for blue gill in At Lakes Mead and Mohave, there the Overton Arm while you are fishing for crappies.” is no limit for striped bass less than If you decide to make a southern swing part of your winter fishing 20 inches total length. For stripers regimen, you and your friends can rent a fishing boat at multiple loca- with a total length of 20 inches or longer, the limit is 20 fish. These tions on both reservoirs. While a boat is not an absolute necessity to generous limits help to make fish Mead or Mohave, having one at your disposal does open the door stripers a popular game fish. to more fishing opportunity.

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By Jan Nemec, Western Region Angler Education Coordinator

From our winter’s tormenting cold to the summer’s blistering heat, on snowpack and temperatures, runoff can extend into June following there’s always remove a fishing to be found in Western Nevada. As big winters. When spring flows do spike, the East Walker often remains diverse as the surrounding landscapes, the gamefish of Western Nevada fishable due to the highly regulated flows out of Bridgeport Reservoir. help provide anglers with year-round fishing opportunities. Nevada’s The tail-water fishery offers exceptional spring streamer fly fishing and eastern Sierra slope offers three individual watersheds within an hour is well known for its healthy brown trout population. The Walker River of each other, all unique in their own way. The Truckee, East Walker, and State Park offers several new amenities including improved campsites Carson Rivers begin high in the Sierras, draining east into the naturally at the famous “elbow” East Walker River access. protected valleys below. Although, we may be the driest state in the Early spring is also an excellent time to fish many of Nevada’s high nation, our fertile desert reservoirs are well known for their trophy Sierra lakes as they begin to thaw. Hungry trout in late spring can be trout and warmwater gamefish. seen patrolling the shoreline of Spooner Lake at ice-out. These hold- As brutal winter storms pound the Northern Sierras and California, over trout stocked the previous season are hungry and eager to eat Nevada is protected by the Sierra’s crest and natural rain shadowing small baits, spinners, or flies above and below the surface. Spooner that occurs. The rain shadow leaves our valleys much warmer and dry, Lake can remain productive until shoreline vegetation takes hold as prime for winter fishing. Winter dry fly fishing on the Truckee River east summer approaches. of Reno can provide anglers with some of the best surface activity the Whether you choose to embrace summer, or run from it, there’s state has to offer. Swarms of hatching little olive mayflies and skwala always an option when the serious heat sets in. If you like bass by the stoneflies bring even the largest trout up to feed on the surface. hundreds, or truly do love the desert heat, Lahontan Reservoir is the When the spring snowmelt begins in the Sierras, the Truckee and place for you. In fact, the hotter the better. White and hybrid wiper bass Carson Rivers are susceptible to dangerously high flows. Depending can provide warm-water spin and fly fisherman with plenty of action

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By Travis Hawks, Western Region Fisheries Biologist

As the mid-morning sun crests over the timbered ridge to the east, sunlight fills the canyon bottom. A small stream tumbles along a series of boulders and eventually fans out into a pool that is narrow enough to jump across but sheltered on both banks by willows. An angler gently creeps into position on the upstream side of the pool and without disturbing what is surely waiting in the depths, delicately casts his lure into the shadows. Not more than a second goes by when the serenity of the moment is broken by a violent splash and the tell-tale bend in the rod that comes with success. A short but rewarding fight ensues and within a moment the angler is looking down upon a wild brook trout in his net. The orange spots glisten in the sun while the angler quickly works the hook free from the corner of the trout’s mouth. A second is taken to admire this wild creature and then the angler gently nudges the fish toward the current and with a subtle slap of its tail it disappears back to where it came from. The mountain canyon is again calm. Sounds like something that might take place in a remote wilderness a plane ride away and several miles off the beaten path, doesn’t it? Well what if someone told you that scene is played out, over and over again, on a number of streams that are within a 10 minute drive of Reno and

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Bluegill Brook Trout Brown Trout (Lepomis macrochirus) (Salvelinus fontinalis) (Salmo trutta) Very colorful. Light to dark blue on bright purple. Color ranges from olive, blue-gray or black on the Back is brown or olive with large black spots. Sides In breeding season, the breast of males is red. Gill back to white on the belly. Belly and lower fins brilliant light brown to yellowish, with numerous black and covers often blue with a black spot on the rear of orange in spawning males. Upper body and dorsal red-orange spots surrounded by light blue rings. Few the “ear flap”. Faint vertical bars on the sides. Dorsal fin have mottled or worm-like markings. Red spots, if any spots on tail. Tail square, not forked. Brown trout fin has 10 spines followed without interruption by with or without bluish rings around them. The most occur widely in central and eastern Nevada streams 10 or 12 rays. The mouth is small and when closed, distinguishing marks are the white and thin black stripe and occur in about 73 streams statewide. Also found barely reaches the front of the eye. Body deep for its along the fore edge of the lower fins. Tail square or in some lakes and reservoirs. Spooky and difficult length and compressed from side to side. Found in slightly forked. Occurs in about 278 mountain streams to catch. ponds and reservoirs throughout northwestern and in Nevada where it frequents cooler water. Found in southern Nevada. Ruby Mountain alpine lakes and other coldwater lakes.

Bull Trout Bullhead Channel Catfish (Salvelinus confluentus) (Ameiurus melas) (Ictalurus punctatus) The bull trout is normally olive-green to light green No scales. Tail only slightly forked, with rounded lobes. No scales, tail deeply forked with pointed lobes. Body along the back and sides and appears somewhat Adults are blackish, dark olive or dark brown. Belly pale bluish-olive above and bluish-white below. Spots washed out. Back with pale yellow spots and sides with is yellow, greenish-white, or white. Chin barbels are vary from a few to many over much of the body and orange or red spots; fins fringed with yellow orange; entirely black. The pectoral fin spine is smooth. Found may not occur on large fish. Barbels extend from the pectoral, pelvic, and anal fins with white margins. in farm ponds and reservoirs throughout Nevada. chin and upper jaw. Both dorsal and pectoral fins have This fish is native to only the Jarbidge River system strong, sharp spines. Larger fish may be distinguished of northern EIko County and occurs in tributaries from the white catfish by the longer black barbels and associated with the two forks of that stream system. more streamlined body form. Tail more deeply forked and head thinner and less rounded than white catfish. White on belly only to forward edge of anal fin. Found in warm water streams and reservoirs in northwestern and southern Nevada.

Cutthroat Trout Crappie (Oncorhynchus clarkii) (Pomoxis) Body color is highly variable with three subspecies in Silver-olive with numerous black or dark green Nevada. Back may be steel gray to olive-green. Sides splotches on the sides. Forehead is dished and the may be yellow-brown with red or pink along belly. snout is turned up. Five or more anal spines and 7 or 8 Green Sunfish Slash marks on either side of the throat beneath the dorsal spines. Base of the dorsal fin is about the same (Lepomis cyanellus) lower jaw may be yellow, crimson-red or orange. Fins length as the base of the anal fin. Body compressed Each scale is flecked with yellow or emerald green. uniform color with no white tips. Scattered spots are from side to side. Found in warmwater lakes and Back and sides olive-green, and lower belly yellowish- usually round and black, more closely grouped towards reservoirs throughout Nevada. copper or brassy. Body is short, stocky, and deeply the tail. Teeth on back of tongue. May hybridize compressed from side to side. The gill cover has a with rainbow. Native to the Humboldt, Snake, and broad, light margin, and it often has a black spot on Bonneville basins of Nevada. Currently occurs in 112 the rear flap. The gill cover bone is stiff all the way to streams and a small number of lakes where it’s well the margin which is different from most other sunfish. known for its large size.

Kokanee Lake Trout Or Mackinaw Largemouth Bass (Oncorhynchus nerka) (Salvelinus namaycush) (Micropterus salmoides) Kokanee are silver in color until they are ready to Not as highly colored as other trout. Dark gray or Dark green on back and sides, silvery below. Belly is spawn in the fall, at which time they become bright gray-green above, belly light gray or white. Light gray greenish-white. A broad dark band on the sides which red. Kokanee are a form of landlocked sockeye salmon irregular shaped spots or lines on back, sides, dorsal consists of irregular patches touching together. Dorsal and generally do not grow larger than 16 inches. Within fin and tail. No white edging appears on lower fins as fin with 9 to 10 sharp spines nearly separated from the state, Kokanee can be found in Lake Tahoe and its in brook trout. Tail deeply forked. Currently found in the soft rays by a deep notch. Upper jaw when closed tributaries when spawning. Lake Tahoe, Nevada-California, and Liberty and Echo extends at least to the rear edge of the eye in adults, Lakes in EIko County. usually beyond. Abundant in lakes and reservoirs throughout Nevada.

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Mountain Whitefish Pumpkinseed Rainbow Trout (Prosopium williamsoni) (Lepomis gibbosus) (Oncorhynchus mykiss) Back and fins are light brown and the sides and belly Considered a very colorful sunfish, the pumpkinseed Body usually olive to greenish-blue on the back; belly are silver and white. There are no spots. Tail deeply is highlighted with mostly orange-brown spots on white to silver; sides usually show prominent red or forked and body is deep and round. Mouth small with the main body and dorsal fin. Belly is orange-yellow. pink streak. Fish from lakes sometimes lose all color no teeth. Large fleshy adipose fin. Scales large and Opercular lobe has a dark blue-black spot with a and appear silvery. Irregular spots on back, sides, head, rough. The whitefish occurs in a number of larger bright red or orange edge. The cheek and operculum, dorsal fin and tail. No teeth on back of tongue. Native to streams in western and northeastern Nevada. or gill plate, also have wavy blue lines much like a the Columbia River drainage of northeastern Nevada, green sunfish. Pumpkinseed have been caught in but stocked extensively from hatcheries throughout northwestern Nevada from the Truckee River, Peavine Nevada. Nevada’s most abundant game fish species Ponds, Rancho San Rafael Pond, and Steamboat Creek. occurring in 295 streams statewide and in a large number of lakes and reservoirs.

Redear Sunfish Sacramento Perch Smallmouth Bass (Lepomis microlophus) (Archoplites interruptus) (Micropterus dolomieu) Dark brown to green back with yellow to green sides. Color blackish above, with about seven vertical bars Dark olive to brown on back, sides bronze, belly white. Belly is light yellow to nearly white. The mouth is small irregular in form and position. This is not a true perch, Five dark vertical bands on sides. Eyes reddish. Dorsal and the opercular lobe or ear flap has a dark blue-back but a sunfish. fin with 9 or 10 sharp spines without a deep notch spot with red to orange edge. Found in small ponds separating them from the soft rays. Upper jaw when such as Floyd Lamb Park Pond in southern Nevada, and closed does not extend beyond the rear edge of the Dufurrena Ponds, and ponds in Mason Valley WMA eye. Smallmouth bass are one of the most popular and in northern Nevada. Also found in the Colorado River abundant game species in Lakes Mead and Mohave. below Davis Dam. It is also found in the Humboldt River, Dry Creek Reservoir, Wildhorse Reservoir, Rye Patch, Carson River, Lahontan Reservoir and Wall Canyon Reservoir.

Spotted Bass Striped Bass Walleye (Micropterus punctulatus) (Morone saxatilis) (Sander vitreus) One of the several black basses found in a few Body olive-green above, shading through silvery on Prominent “canine” teeth distinguish this big perch northern Nevada waters such as Lahontan and Rye sides to white on belly with brassy reflection. There from its smaller family member the yellow perch. Patch reservoirs and Sparks Marina Pond. Green to are 7 to 8 longitudinal dark stripes following the scale Color is brassy-olive buff sometimes shading to dark green on back and sides with a white belly. Rows rows. A spiny dorsal fin is barely separated from a soft yellowish sides and white beneath. No distinct bars of spots along the lower sides below the dark lateral dorsal fin. The tail is forked and the body is cylindrical on the sides, but rather an overall mottling of black or stripe. Dorsal fins are connected and not separated into in shape. Striped bass occur in only a few of the brown. Large dark blotches at rear base of dorsal fin, two distinct fins. Upper jaw extends to the back of the larger lakes in Nevada including Lake Mead and Lake and the lower lobe of tail fin is white tipped. The tail eye, but not beyond the eye as in the largemouth bass. Mohave. The fish can become very large with some is moderately forked. Found in a few western Nevada specimens larger than 50 pounds. waters including Lahontan and Rye Patch Reservoirs, the Humboldt River below Rye Patch Reservoir and Chimney Reservoir.

White Bass Yellow Perch White Catfish (Morone chrysops) (Perca flavescens) (Ameiurus catus) Dark gray to black on the back, with bright silvery Rich yellow to brassy-green with 6 to 8 dark vertical Bluish to grayish above and white below. Tail deeply sides and white belly. The sides have dark stripes or bars on the sides. Dark green back. No “canine” teeth. forked. No scales. No spots. Barbels extend from the lines (about 5 are above the lateral line). There are The belly is whitish. The dorsal fin has two sections, chin and upper jaw. Both dorsal and pectoral fins have 13 or 14 rays in the dorsal fin, and 11 to 13 in the the front one contains 12 to 14 sharp spines and the strong, sharp spines. White catfish have shorter barbels anal fin. Body strongly compressed from side to side, rear 12 to 13 soft rays. on the upper jaw than channel catfish, and barbels on forehead is dished and snout is slightly turned up. lower jaw are whiter. Head is more rounded and white Found in Lahontan Reservoir, Rye Patch Reservoir on belly extends to rear of anal fin. Found in Lahontan and Washoe Lake. and Willow Creek Reservoirs and the Humboldt River with channel catfish.

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REGIONAL FISH STOCKING EASTERN REGION STOCKING REPORT BODY OF WATER SPECIES MONTH TO BE STOCKED REPORTS ELKO COUNTY Angel Lake rb June, July, August, September tt June, July Species Abbreviations Carlin Pond rb April, May, October bb��bullhead catfish gs ��green sunfish Cow Creek Reservoir rb May bc ��rainbow/cutthroat hybrid lmb ��largemouth bass Dorsey Reservoir rb April, May, June bg ��bluegill sunfish rb ��rainbow trout Dry Creek Reservoir rb April, May, June bk �� brook trout rs ��redear sunfish bn �� brown trout smb �� smallmouth bass Jakes Creek Reservoir rb March, April, October cc �� channel catfish sp �� Sacramento perch Jiggs Reservoir rb March, April, October cr �� crappie stb �� striped bass Lamoille Creek tt June, July ct ��cutthroat trout tt ��tiger trout Ruby High Lakes ct, tt August Ruby Lake NWR rb March, October - Collection Ditch tt October Ruby Lake NWR - No. Dikes rb March, October SOUTHERN REGION STOCKING REPORT Unit 10 Ruby Lake NWR - S. Lakes rb April, October BODY OF WATER SPECIES MONTH TO BE STOCKED Ruby Lake NWR - South rb April, October CLARK COUNTY Springs tt April Boulder City Pond rb January, February, March, Ruby Lake NWR - Unit 21 rb March, October November, December bn October Cold Creek Pond rb March, November tt March Floyd Lamb Park Ponds rb January, February, March, South Fork Reservoir cb October November, December bn July, October Lorenzi Park Pond rb January, February, March, rb April, October November, December Tabor Creek tt May, June Mesquite Park Pond rb January, February, March, Wildhorse Reservoir cb October November, December bn July, October Sunset Park Pond rb January, February, March, rb May, October November, December tt May, June Wilson Sink Reservoir rb May, June, September, October ESMERALDA COUNTY Silver Peak Pond rb April, May, June EUREKA COUNTY Trail Canyon Reservoir rb April, May, June Roberts Creek rb May Tonkin Springs Reservoir rb May LINCOLN COUNTY LANDER COUNTY Beaver Dam Wash rb April, May Big Creek rb May, June, July Eagle Valley Reservoir rb February, March, May, October Groves Lake rb May, June, July Echo Canyon Reservor rb February, March, October Kingston Creek rb May, June, July Pahranagat Lake, Upper rb January, February Willow Creek Pond rb May, June, August, September

NYE COUNTY WHITE PINE COUNTY Bassett Lake rb April, October Adams-McGill Reservoir rb March, November Cave Lake rb April, May, June, July, August, Barker Creek rb, bk June September, October Barley Creek rb May, June, July Cleve Creek rb May, June Beatty Urban Pond rb November, December, January, Cold Creek Reservoir cb April February Comins Lake rb May, June, August, September, Clear Creek rb, bk June October Cold Springs Reservoir rb March, October Illipah Reservoir rb April, May, October Sacramento Pass Pond rb April, May, June, September, rb October Dacey Reservoir October Haymeadow Reservoir rb March, October Silver Creek Reservoir tt May, June Jefferson Creek rb, bk June Steptoe Creek rb May, June Rye Patch rb April, May, June, July White River rb May, June

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WESTERN REGION STOCKING REPORT BODY OF WATER SPECIES MONTH TO BE STOCKED BODY OF WATER SPECIES MONTH TO BE STOCKED CARSON CITY LYON COUNTY (CONTINUED) Ash Canyon rb June Fort Churchill C.P. rb February, March Bailey Park rb March, April, May, June, Sep- E. Walker River bn May tember, October rb September Carson River bn March, June W. Walker River bn April, May, June rb April, September, October rb April, May, June, September, October CHURCHILL COUNTY Hinkson Slough bc October bn March, June Liberty Pond rb March, April, May, October rb February, September, October Mountain View Park Pond rb March, April, May DOUGLAS COUNTY Rough Creek trb May E. Carson River bn April, June rb March, June, July MINERAL COUNTY Lake Tahoe rb July Rose Creek Reservoir tt April trb May, June, July, August Walker Lake lct February, March Lampe Park rb May Martin Slough Ponds rb April, May, October PERSHING COUNTY Mitch Park Pond bn April, June Buena Vista Creek trb April rb March, April, May, September, Coyote Creek bn June, July October trb June, July Spooner Lake bc September Rye Patch Reservoir rb March, October rb April, May Starr Creek trb June tt June Streams and Ponds trb June Topaz Lake bc October rb October STOREY COUNTY tt June American Flat Creek rb April Topaz Canal bn June rb April, May, June WASHOE COUNTY Upper East Carson River rb June, September Boulder Reservoir rb October Catnip Reservoir lct June HUMBOLDT COUNTY Davis Creek Park rb March, April, May, September Big Springs Reservoir rb May, June Hobart Reservoir rb June Bilk Creek Reservoir trb November tt June Blue Lakes bc August, September Idlewild Pond rb April, May trb August, September Lake Tahoe lct May, June, July, August tt August, September Marilyn's Pond rb April, May, June, July, August, Chimney Reservoir September James Kinney Pond Marlette Lake lct June Knott Creek Reservoir bc September rb June, October trb June Paradise Pond rb March, April, May, September tt September Rancho San Rafael rb April, May, June, July Onion Valley Reservoir bc September Sparks Marina bn March, April rb June, October rb March, April, May, September, October tt October Squaw Valley Reservoir bc September Streams and Ponds bn May, June bn June trb June rb March, April, October tt June Truckee River lct March, April, May trb June, July, August, September LYON COUNTY Virginia Lake bc October Carson River bn March, June rb October rb March, June, September Wall Canyon Reservoir bc September Derby Canal rb April, May, June trb April, May Desert Creek bn May, June Wilson Commons rb March, April, May, June, rb October September tt June Streams and Ponds rb May, June

2019-2020 NEVADA FISHING GUIDE 24 EASTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS MAP EASTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS ELKO, EUREKA, LANDER, AND WHITE PINE COUNTIES PINE EUREKA, WHITE LANDER, AND ELKO, EASTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS MAP 25 Larger prints the of fishable waters map areavailable at of any our regional offices, as well as online atndow.org 26 EASTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS KEY BN, RB CT BK, RB BK, BN, RB RB RB, BN BK, RB CT CT BK, BN, RB LMB RB RB RB RB BK, RB CT CT CT BN, RB BN, RB BK, RB BK, BN, RB BC, BN, RB BK, RB BN, RB BN CT BK, CT, RB BK, RB RB BK BN CT RB CT RB BC, BN BK, BN, RB CT BK, BN, RB RB, BN, BK SPECIES 17N, 65E 12N, 69E 18N, 65E 15N, 65E 24N, 62E 16N, 66E 12N, 59E 17N, 69E 17N, 69E 17N, 65E 19N, 63E 19N, 65E 23N, 62E 68E 18N, 14N, 59E 10N, 65E 25N, 63E 16N, 70E 16N, 70E 25N, 55E 16N, 58E 21N, 64E 20N, 65E 13N, 69E 21N, 64E 17N, 66E 19N, 66E 14N, 69E 20N, 66E 10N, 65E 18N, 66E 25N, 62E 19N, 66E 13N, 68E 19N, 54E 13N, 68E 22N, 65E 13N, 68E 15N, 69E 17N, 69E 12N, 70E 15N, 65E (CONTINUED) Berry Creek Big Wash Bird Creek Cave Creek Creek Cherry Cleve Creek Currant Creek, Little Deadman Creek Deep Canyon Creek Duck Creek Duck Creek East Creek Egan Creek Eightmile Creek Ellison Creek Geyser Creek Goshute Creek Creek Hampton Hendrys Creek Huntington Creek Creek Illipah Indian Creek, Big Creek Kalamazoo Lehman Creek Mattier Creek McCoy Creek Creek Meadow Mill Creek Muncy Creek North Creek Odgers Creek Paris Creek Piermont Creek Pine Creek Pinto Creek Ridge Creek Seigel Creek Creek Shingle Silver Creek Smith Creek Snake Creek Steptoe Creek STREAMS WP-4 WP-5 WP-6 WP-7 WP-8 WP-9 WP-10 WP-11 WP-12 WP-13 WP-14 WP-15 WP-16 WP-17 WP-18 WP-19 WP-20 WP-21 WP-22 WP-23 WP-24 WP-25 WP-26 WP-27 WP-28 WP-29 WP-30 WP-31 WP-32 WP-33 WP-34 WP-35 WP-36 WP-37 WP-38 WP-39 WP-40 WP-41 WP-42 WP-43 WP-44 WP-45 BK BK, MT BK BK RB, BK, BN, LMB, TT CT RB, BN, SMB, LMB, CC, BC, WI BK CT BG, LMB RB, BN, SMB, YP, CC, BC, WI, LMB, TT LMB, CR, CC, CT RB, LMB BK RB, LMB, SMB, CC, BB CT CT CT BK, BN, RB BK RB SMB, LMB, BG, CC, RB RB, BN RB RB, BN, BK SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES 31N, 58E 31N, 58E 30N, 58E 33N, 59E 26N, 57E 36N, 61E 32N, 55E 35N, 61E 32N, 59E 36N, 64E 44N, 55E 39N, 48E 44N, 50E 17N, 50E 31N, 50E 36N, 51E 35N, 51E 24N, 50E 22N, 50E 19N, 54E 17N, 49E 31N, 51E 16N, 53E 24N, 49E 17N, 43E Lamoille Lake Liberty Lake Overland Lake Robinson Lake Ruby Lake Smith Lake South Fork Reservoir Steele Lake Verdi Lake Warm Springs Pond Wild Horse Reservoir Willow Creek Reservoir Wilson Sink Reservoir Allison Creek River Humboldt Little Jack Creek Maggie Creek Hansen Pete Creek Roberts Creek Creek Simpson Ardans Reservoir Barth Pit Fish Creek Springs Reservoir Tonkin Big Creek LAKES AND RESERVOIRS (CONT.) EL-173 EL-174 EL-175 EL-176 EL-177 EL-178 EL-179 EL-180 EL-181 EL-182 EL-183 EL-184 EL-185 EUREKA COUNTY STREAMS EU-1 EU-2 EU-3 EU-4 EU-5 EU-6 EU-7 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS EU-8 EU-9 EU-10 EU-11 LANDER COUNTY STREAMS LA-1 BK, RB CT BK RB RB RB RB BK, RB BK, RB RB RB RB BK BK RB, BN, SMB BN, RB, SMB, W CT RB RBBT, BK, CT RB BK BK RB BK RB CC, CR, CT, LMB RB, BK, BN, TT BK, RB RB RB RB, BN, W BN, RB BN, RB BK RB BK BK, CT RB RB RB SPECIES 45N, 56E 42N, 59E 29N, 58E 45N, 53E 39N, 51E 47N, 55E 46N, 56E 47N, 54E 42N, 53E 45N, 53E 46N, 54E 45N, 57E 30N, 58E 30N, 58E 42N, 55E 45N, 49E 28N, 57E 44N, 55E 45N, 58E 47N, 68E 46N, 54E 46N, 59E 30N, 57E 43N, 54E 33N, 60E 46N, 59E 38N, 47E 27N, 58E 47N, 54E 47N, 54E 47N, 54E 45N, 64E 46N, 62E 45N, 61E 36N, 61E 42N, 53E 34N, 59E 32N, 58E 44N, 58E 47N, 62E 47N, 60E (CONTINUED) Marys River Mayhew Creek McCall Creek McCann Creek Creek McDonald Creek Meadow Creek Merritt Mill (Hays) Creek Mill Creek Miller Creek Miller Creek Myers Creek Overland Creek River, Owyhee E.F. River, Owyhee S.F. Pearl Creek Penrod Creek Pine Creek Piney Creek Pixley Creek Pole Creek Rattlesnake Creek Riffe Creek Creek Robinson Creek Robinson Rock Creek Collection Ruby Ditch Creek Sagehen Salmon Creek Salmon Creek, Little Salmon Falls River Salmon Falls River, N.F. Salmon Falls River, S.F. Schoer Creek Schoonover Creek Creek Secret Seitz (Rabbit) Creek Seventy-Six Creek Shack Creek Creek Sheep Martin Creek EL-89 EL-90 EL-91 EL-92 EL-93 EL-94 EL-95 EL-96 EL-97 EL-98 EL-99 EL-100 EL-101 EL-102 EL-103 EL-104 EL-105 EL-106 EL-107 EL-108 EL-109 EL-110 EL-111 EL-112 EL-113 EL-114 EL-115 EL-116 EL-117 EL-118 EL-119 EL-120 EL-121 EL-122 EL-123 EL-124 EL-125 EL-126 EL-127 EL-128 STREAMS EL-88 BK BK RB BK CT RB BK, RB BK,CT BK RB BK RB RB, W RB RB BK, RB BK, RB RB RB BK, RB RB BK RB RB RB RB BK, RB BK, CT BK BK, RB CT RB RB BK RB RB RB RB RBBT, CT RBBT, BK RB RB BK SPECIES FISHABLE WATERS KEY WATERS FISHABLE 36N, 60E 36N, 61E 44N, 53E 30N, 59E 37N, 51E 44N, 54E 44N, 52E 35N, 60E 31N, 58E 42N, 53E 27N, 57E 46N, 53E 44N, 57E 47N, 58E 42N, 62E 43N, 51E 40N, 53E 45N, 54E 44N, 60E 46N, 61E 43N, 53E 27N, 57E 47N, 60E 42N, 53E 42N, 49E 43N, 54E 45N, 53E 33N, 59E 31N, 59E 44N, 52E 47N, 68E 46N, 57E 45N, 57E 28N, 56E 47N, 58E 45N, 61E 43N, 52E 47N, 63E 45N, 59E 37N, 51E 46N, 59E 29N, 58E 47N, 61E 46N, 58E 43N, 61E Ackler Creek Angel Creek Badger Creek Battle Creek Beaver Creek Beaver Creek BlueJacket Creek Creek Boulder Box Canyon Creek Boyd Creek Brown Creek Browns Gulch River Bruneau Buck Creek Bull Camp Creek Bull Run Creek Burns Creek California Creek Camp Creek Canyon Creek Cap Winn Creek Cave Creek Creek Cherry Creek Chicken Creek Chino Clear Creek Creek Cobb Cold Creek Moore Colonel Creek Creek Columbia Creek Coon Creek Coon Creek Copper Corral Creek Corral Creek Cottonwood Creek Cottonwood Creek Cottonwood Creek Cougar Creek Coyote Creek Dave Creek Canyon Dawley Deer Creek Deer Creek Deer Creek, W.F. ELKO COUNTY STREAMS EL-1 EL-2 EL-3 EL-4 EL-5 EL-6 EL-7 EL-8 EL-9 EL-10 EL-11 EL-12 EL-13 EL-14 EL-15 EL-16 EL-17 EL-18 EL-19 EL-20 EL-21 EL-22 EL-23 EL-24 EL-25 EL-26 EL-27 EL-28 EL-29 EL-30 EL-31 EL-32 EL-33 EL-34 EL-35 EL-36 EL-37 EL-38 EL-39 EL-40 EL-41 EL-42 EL-43 EL-44 EL-45 EASTERN REGION EASTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS KEY 27 CT BK BK, RB LMB BK, RB RB RB, BN, BK CT BC, RB BN, RB RB LMB RB, BN, BK RB, LMB RB, BN, LMB RB, BN RB SPECIES crappie tiger trout brook trout striped bass brown trout green sunfish green rainbow trout rainbow redear sunfish redear bluegill sunfish bluegill cutthroat troutcutthroat channel catfish bullhead catfishbullhead largemouth bass largemouth smallmouth bass smallmouth 14N, 69E 21N, 65E 17N, 66E 18N, 64E 18N, 65E 16N, 66E 12N, 60E 14N, 68E 13N, 68E 14N, 63E 13N, 68E 19N, 63E 15N, 65E 23N, 55E 15N, 64E 17N, 58E 15N, 68E Sacramentoperch rainbow/cutthroat hybrid rainbow/cutthroat Strawberry Creek Strawberry Baker Lake Sunkist (North) Creek CreekTaft Creek Tailings Timber Creek (Stephens) Vipont Creek White River Willard Creek CreekWilliams Willow Creek Bassett Lake Cave Lake Cold Creek Reservoir Comins Lake Reservoir Illipah Sacramento Pass Pond �� Species Abbreviations Species bb bc bg bk bn cc cr smb sp stb tt ct gs lmb rb rs WP-46 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS WP-56 WP-47 WP-48 WP-49 WP-50 WP-51 WP-52 WP-53 WP-54 WP-55 WP-57 WP-58 WP-59 WP-60 WP-61 WP-62 BK, BN, RB BK BK, RB BK, RB BK BK, BN, RB RB RB BK BK RB RB RB LMB, CC BK RB BK RB, BN BK BK, RB BK RB, BK, CT CT CT BK BK, BN, RB BK, BN, RB BK, BN BK, RB RB BN, RB RB, BN LMB BN, RB RB, BN, LMB YP, BC, BK, RB RB RB SPECIES SPECIES 18N, 44E 22N, 44E 15N, 43E 21N, 45E 16N, 38E 15N, 43E 23N, 46E 29N, 45E 30N, 46E 16N, 44E 31N, 43E 16N, 44E 23N, 45E 32N, 45E 29N, 46E 23N, 44E 20N, 43E 16N, 43E 30N, 45E 29N, 44E 15N, 40E 16N, 42E 16N, 43E 16N, 43E 21N, 44E 21N, 46E 17N, 38E 20N, 46E 29N, 45E 32N, 43E 31N, 43E 16N, 43E 35N, 45E 18N, 39E 31N, 43E 13N, 69E 18N, 66E 15N, 66E Birch Creek Birch Boone Creek (Clear) Bowman Creek Callaghan Creek Campbell Creek Carseley Creek Cowboy Rest Creek Crippen Canyon Crum Canyon (Rock) Creek Creek Frenchman Galena Creek Gillman Spring Creek Hall Creek River Humboldt Indian Creek Iowa Creek Italian Creek Kingston Creek Lewis Creek Mill Creek Creek Peterson Reese River Santa Fe Creek Creek Shoshone Silver Creek Skull Creek Smith Creek Creek Steiner Trout Creek Trout Creek Willow Creek Groves Lake Izzenhood Pond Smith Creek Pond Willow Creek Pond Baker Creek Bassett Creek Bastian Creek LA-2 LA-3 LA-4 LA-5 LA-6 LA-7 LA-8 LA-9 LA-10 LA-11 LA-12 LA-13 LA-14 LA-15 LA-16 LA-17 LA-18 LA-19 LA-20 LA-21 LA-22 LA-23 LA-24 LA-25 LA-26 LA-27 LA-28 LA-29 LA-30 LA-31 LA-32 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS LA-33 LA-34 LA-35 LA-36 WHITE PINE COUNTY STREAMS WP-1 WP-2 WP-3 BK RB RB BK RB BN, RB RB RBBT, BK, CT RB BK BK BK, RB CT RB, BK , TT BK BN, RB RB BK BK, CT BK BK BK, RB BK CT BK, RB RB, BK, TT BK BG, LMB RB BK RB RB, SMB, LMB BK, MT BK BK BK CT CT CT BK RB, LMB, CC RB, LMB, BG LMB SPECIES 35N, 61E 43N, 58E 46N, 62E 31N, 59E 39N, 53E 47N, 65E 46N, 54E 46N, 59E 30N, 57E 53E41N, 33N, 59E 35N, 61E 44N, 60E 42N, 60E 41N, 61E 32N, 58E 39N, 53E 46N, 55E 32N, 58E 31N, 59E 33N, 58E 28N, 57E 44N, 53E 37N, 61E 47N, 69E 44N, 53E 36N, 61E 35N, 61E 34N, 57E 33N, 52E 33N, 59E 37N, 55E 45N, 51E 32N, 58E 45N, 58E 31N, 58E 32N, 58E 36N, 61E 32N, 58E 33N, 59E 32N, 58E 43N, 63E 30N, 56E 46N, 49E - Willow Creek Wilson Creek Wines Creek Weeks Creek yon Creek Slaughterhouse Slaughterhouse Creek Creek Slide Smith Creek Snow Canyon Creek Soldier Steele Creek Sun Creek T Creek Tabor Creek Talbot Creek Canyon Taylor Creek Creek Telephone Thomas Creek Creek Thompson Thorpe Creek CreekToyn Trail Creek Trout Creek Trout Creek Van Duzer Creek Waterpipe Can Lake Boulder Boyd Reservoir Carlin Pond Cold Lakes Reservoir Dorsey Dry Creek Reservoir Echo Lake Emerald Lake Favre Lake Goat (Right Fork) Lake Greys Lake Griswold Lake Hidden Lakes Island Lake Jakes Creek Reservoir Jiggs Reservoir Josephine Reservoir Shoshone Creek Shoshone Angel Lake EL-152 EL-153 EL-154 EL-151 EL-130 EL-131 EL-132 EL-133 EL-134 EL-135 EL-136 EL-137 EL-138 EL-139 EL-140 EL-141 EL-142 EL-143 EL-144 EL-145 EL-146 EL-147 EL-148 EL-149 EL-150 EL-156 EL-157 EL-158 EL-159 EL-160 EL-161 EL-162 EL-163 EL-164 EL-165 EL-166 EL-167 EL-168 EL-169 EL-170 EL-171 EL-172 EL-129 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS EL-155 RB RB RB BK, RB RBBT, RB CT RB CT BK, CT CT BK, CT RB CT CT BK CT RB BK RB BK CC, LMB, SMB, BN, BB, BG CT CT CT, RB, BN, BK, BC, SMB, CC, W RB BK, RB RBBT, RB W RB, W BT, BK RB, W BK RB, BK, TT BK RB BK, CT, RB BK BK CT RB 43N, 53E 37N, 54E 42N, 62E 31N, 58E 46N, 59E 47N, 60E 54E41N, 45N, 58E 39N, 47E 31N, 58E 39N, 55E 30N, 57E 44N, 56E 46N, 69E 46N, 68E 37N, 61E 32N, 59E 47N, 61E 36N, 60E 47N, 55E 34N, 61E 35N, 58E 40N, 45E 42N, 54E 31N, 56E 45N, 52E 52E 41N, 46N, 58E 43N, 62E 47N, 59E 47N, 58E 35N, 61E 40N, 44E 31N, 57E 32N, 58E 35N, 61E 47N, 61E 31N, 58E 62E41N, 32N, 59E 33N, 52E 43N, 52E Doby George Creek Dorsey Creek Dry Creek Echo Canyon Creek Fall Creek Flat Creek Foreman Creek Fox Creek Frazier Creek Furlong Creek, N Gance Creek Creek Gennette Gold Creek Goose Creek, Big Goose Creek, Little Grey’s Creek Griswold Creek Hawes Creek Creek Herder Creek Hicks Horse Creek River Humboldt River, Humboldt Little S.F. River, Humboldt N.F. River, Humboldt S.F. Indian Creek Jack Creek Jack Creek, N Jakes Creek Jarbidge River, E.F. Jarbidge River, W.F. Creek Johnson Kelly Creek Creek Kleckner Lamoille Creek Leach Creek Lime Creek Canyon Long Creek Loomis Creek Lutts Creek Maggie Creek Marsh Creek EL-46 EL-47 EL-48 EL-49 EL-50 EL-51 EL-52 EL-53 EL-54 EL-55 EL-56 EL-57 EL-58 EL-59 EL-60 EL-61 EL-62 EL-63 EL-64 EL-65 EL-66 EL-67 EL-68 EL-69 EL-70 EL-71 EL-72 EL-73 EL-74 EL-75 EL-76 EL-77 EL-78 EL-79 EL-80 EL-81 EL-82 EL-83 EL-84 EL-85 EL-86 EL-87 28 WESTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS MAP WESTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS CARSON CITY, CHURCHILL, DOUGLAS, HUMBOLDT, MINERAL, LYON, PERSHING, STOREY, AND WASHOE COUNTIES WESTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS MAP 29 Larger prints the of fishable waters map areavailable at of any our regional offices, as well as online atndow.org 30 WESTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS KEY BK, RB BB, BN, CC, CT, GS, LMB, RB, W SP, BK, RB BK, RB BK BK BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB BK, CT BK, BN, CT BK BB, RB BK, RB BK BK BC, BK, RB, TT BK RB BB, BN, CC, CT, GS, LMB, RB, WI BK CT, GS, RB BB, BN, LMB, RB BK CT RB BK, CT, RB RB SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES 18 N,18 E 19 20 N, 22 E 18 N,18 E 19 16 N,16 E 18 16 N,16 E 18 35 N, 23 E 17 N, E 17 19 16 N,16 E 18 19 N,19 E 18 17 N,17 E 18 17 N,17 E 18 34 N, 23 E N, E 19 19 17 N, E 17 19 N,18 E 18 16 N, E 16 19 15 N, E 19 16 N,16 E 18 N, E 17 19 19 N,19 E 21 N, E 19 19 N,19 E 18 20 N, E 24 N, E 17 19 46 N, 22 E 16 N,16 E 21 N,17 E 18 40 N, 20 E Whites Creek Whites Truckee River Thomas Creek Third Creek Third Second Creek Second Red Mountain Creek Ophir Creek Ophir Incline Creek Hunter Creek Gray Creek, W.F. Gray Creek Granite Creek Idlewild Pond Galena Creek Hunter Lake Franktown Creek Reservoir Hobart First Creek Davis Creek Pond Truckee River Evans Creek Verdi Pond Truckee Canal Browns Creek ReservoirCatnip American Flat Creek Bronco Creek Boulder Reservoir WA-18 WA-17 WA-16 WA-15 WA-14 WA-13 WA-12 WA-11 WA-10 WA-9 WA-8 WA-7 WA-25 WA-6 WA-24 WA-5 WA-23 WA-4 WA-22 ST-3 WA-3 WA-21 ST-2 WA-2 WA-20 STOREY COUNTY STOREY STREAMS ST-1 COUNTY WASHOE STREAMS WA-1 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS WA-19 BN, LMB, RB, SMB, W BN, LMB, RB, W BN, CC, LMB, RB BN, RB BG, BN, CC, LMB, RB, BK, BN, RB, W RB BB, BG, CC, LMB, WC SP, BK, BN, RB, TT BG, LMB, RB BC, BN, RB CC, CR, LMB, WC BB, BN, CC, GS, LMB, RB, WB, WI, WP BG, CC, LMB, RB, RS BC, BN, RB TT SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES 11 N, E 11 24 9 N, E 27 15 N, E 26 20 N, 25 E 15 N, E 26 7 N, 25 E N,13 25 E 12 N, 29 E 8 N, E 24 N,14 E 26 6 N, E 27 N,14 28 E 16 N,16 23 E 15 N, 25 E 5 N, E 27 8 N, 29 E Walker River, W.F. Walker River, E.F. Walker River Truckee Canal North Pond Sweetwater Creek Mountain View Pond Walker River Desert Creek Slough Hinkson Rough Creek Reservoir Weber Carson River Carson Ft. Churchill Pond Creek Bodie Rose Creek Reservoir LY-7 LY-6 LY-5 LY-4 LY-11 LY-3 LY-10 MI-3 LY-2 LY-9 MI-2 MI-5 LYON COUNTYLYON STREAMS LY-1 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS LY-8 MINERALCOUNTY STREAMS MI-1 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS MI-4 PERSHING COUNTY STREAMS BK, RB RB BK, RB BK, RB BK BK, RB BK, RB BN, RB BK, BN, RB BK, BN, RB BK BK, CT, RB BK BN, RB BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB CT BK, BN, RB, CT BK, BN, CC BB, BG, CC, LMB, SMB, CR, WI, WP BK CT BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB CT BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB RB SPECIES 34 N, 39 E 43 N, 39 E 42 N,42 39 E 45 N,45 40 E 34 N, 39 E 43 N, 38 E 46 N, 32 E 47 N,47 40 E 47 N, E 47 41 47 N,47 38 E 35 N, 39 E 47 N,47 36 E 42 N,42 38 E 43 N, E 41 44 N, 39 E 47 N,47 32 E 42 N,42 29 E 43 N, 28 E 47 N,47 33 E 41 N,41 43 E 44 N, E 42 38 N, 39 E 34 N, 43 E 44 N, 39 E 42 N,42 38 E 32 N, 43 E 44 N, 40 E 43 N, 39 E 41 N, E 41 26 34 N, 39 E 45 N,45 38 E 44 N, 40 E 42 N,42 38 E 40 N, 32 E 45 N,45 32 E Sonoma Creek Solid Silver Creek Singus Creek Singus Siard Creek Rock Creek Rebel Creek Rebel Raster Creek Quinn River, S.F. Quinn River, E.F. Quinn River Pole Creek McDermitt Creek McDermitt McConnell Creek McConnell Martin Creek Lye CreekLye Log Cabin Creek Leonard Creek Knott Creek Kings River Humboldt River, River, Humboldt S.F. Little, Humboldt River, River, Humboldt N.F. Little, Humboldt River, River, Humboldt Little Humboldt River Humboldt Flat Creek Falls Canyon Creek Elder Creek Elder Dutch John John Dutch Creek Cottonwood Creek, Big Colman Creek Clear Creek Canyon Creek Cabin CreekCabin Buffalo Creek Bottle Creek Bilk Creek HU-40 HU-39 HU-38 HU-37 HU-36 HU-35 HU-34 HU-33 HU-32 HU-31 HU-30 HU-29 HU-28 HU-27 HU-26 HU-25 HU-24 HU-23 HU-22 HU-21 HU-20 HU-19 HU-18 HU-17 HU-16 HU-15 HU-14 HU-13 HU-12 HU-11 HU-10 HU-9 HU-8 HU-7 STREAMS (CONTINUED) HU-6 BB, WC BB, BN, LMB, RB BK BK BG, CC, RB BK CT BB, CC, CR, LMB, SB, WB, WC, WI, YP WP, BK, RB BK, BN BB, CC, CR, LMB, WB,SP, WC, RB, YP BB, BN, CC, GS, LMB, RB, SMB BB, CC, CR, SP, WC, WP, YP BB, CR, LMB, SP, BK, RB BG, BN, RB, GS BB, CC, WB, WC, WI BB, CC, LMB SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES FISHABLE WATERS KEY WATERS FISHABLE 19 N,19 E 27 19 N,19 E 26 15 N, E 18 N,19 36 E N,18 28 E 15 N, E 18 N,18 38 E N,18 25 E 15 N, E 19 N,19 E 37 20 N, 30 E 15 N, E 21 N,19 29 E N,19 30 E 15 N, E 19 15 N, 20 E N,19 E 27 20 N, E 31 V Canal Truckee Canal Secret Harbor Secret Creek Horse Creek Liberty Pond North Canyon Canyon North Creek Edwards Creek Lahontan Reservoir Clear Creek Creek Cherry Indian Lakes Carson River Carson River, Carson Lower Harmon Reservoir Ash Canyon Creek Fishing Baily Pond River Carson Canvasback Marsh CH-7 CH-6 CC-5 CH-5 CH-12 CC-4 CH-4 CH-11 CC-3 CH-3 CH-10 CC-2 CH-2 CH-9 CARSON CITY STREAMS CC-1 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS CC-6 COUNTY CHURCHILL STREAMS CH-1 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS CH-8 WESTERN REGION WESTERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS KEY 31 CR, RB BB, CC, CR, SP, WB, WI BC, BN, RB, SMB BC, BN, CC, LMB, RB BB, BN, CC, GS, LMB, RB, SB BN, CC, GS, RB, SB, SMB, TT BG, LMB, PS, RB CT, SP BC, BG, BN, CC, GS, LMB, RB BK, CT, RB BK, RB crappie tiger trout brook trout striped bass brown trout green sunfish green rainbow trout rainbow redear sunfish redear bluegill sunfish bluegill cutthroat troutcutthroat channel catfish bullhead catfishbullhead largemouth bass largemouth smallmouth bass smallmouth Sacramentoperch 16 N, E16 19 16 N, E 16 19 38 N, E 19 19 N, E 19 19 34 N, 22 E 19 N,19 20 E 19 N, E 19 19 25 N, E 21 19 N,19 20 E 15 N, E 18 17 N, E 17 19 rainbow/cutthroat hybrid rainbow/cutthroat Wilson Common Common Wilson Pond Washoe Lake Wall Canyon Reservoir Virginia Lake Squaw Creek Reservoir Sparks Marina Sparks Rancho San Rafael Pond Pyramid Lake Paradise Pond Paradise Marlette Lake Marilyn’s Pond �� Species Abbreviations Species bb bc bg bk bn cc cr smb sp stb tt ct gs lmb rb rs WA-36 WA-35 WA-34 WA-33 WA-32 WA-31 WA-30 WA-29 WA-28 WA-27 WA-26 RB BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB BB, CC, CR, LMB, RB, SB, SMB, WC, WI, WP BB, CC, CR, LMB, RB, SB, SMB, WC, WI, WP BK, CT, RB BN BK BN, WC BK, RB BN, RB BK, RB BB, CC, CR, LMB, RB, SB, SMB,WC, WI, WP SPECIES 31 N,31 34 E 34 N, 38 E 29 N, 33 E 29 N, 34 E 29 N, 32 E 34 N, 35 E 31 N,31 40 E 30 N, 34 E 29 N, 34 E N,31 36 E 33 N, 38 E N,31 E 37 30 N, 34 E 32 N, 32 E Star Creek Sonoma Creek Rocky Creek Indian Creek Humboldt River River Humboldt (below Rye Patch Reservoir) Humboldt River Humboldt Hoffman Canyon Canyon Hoffman Creek Coyote Creek Cottonwood Creek Willow Creek Pond Clear Creek Pond Spaulding Buena Vista Creek Rye Patch Reservoir PE-11 PE-10 PE-9 PE-8 PE-7 PE-6 PE-5 PE-4 PE-3 PE-14 PE-2 PE-13 PE-1 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS PE-12 BN, LMB, RB BN, RB BK, RB, TT BC, RB, TT BG, CC, CR, LMB, RB CR, GS, LMB, RS, YP BK, RB CC, CR, TM, WI, WP BK, RB BC, BK, RB, TT, CT RB BG, LMB, RB, BC BK, RB CT, RB SPECIES 44 N, 34 E 47 N, E 47 41 44 N, 28 E 43 N, 28 E 36 N, 38 E 46 N, E 26 44 N, 38 E N,41 43 E 41 N,41 39 E 43 N, 28 E 35 N, 38 E 43 N, 32 E 41 N,41 39 E 46 N, 25 E Thacker Pond Piccolo Pond Onion Valley Reservoir Knott Creek Reservoir James Kinney Pond Dufurrena Ponds Willow Creek Chimney Reservoir Wash O’Neil Creek Blue Lakes Thomas Creek Bilk Creek Reservoir Stonehouse Stonehouse Creek Big Springs Reservoir HU-54 HU-53 HU-52 HU-51 HU-50 HU-49 HU-44 HU-48 HU-43 HU-47 HU-42 HU-46 HU-41 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS HU-45 BN, CC, LMB, RB,W BN, RB, W BK, RB BK BK BK CC, RB BK BK BK BK, RB BN BK BB, BC, BN, LMB, SMB, RB, TT CT BB, BN, LMB, RB, W BN, CT, RB, TT BK, RB BN, RB, BG, BN, CC, LMB, RB CT BB, BN, CC, GS, LMB, RB,SMB, WC, WP, YP BB, BN, CR, KS, LMB, MT, RB, W BK, RB SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES 10 N,10 23 E 10 N,10 22 E 14 N,14 E 18 12 N, E 19 11 N,11 22 E 12 N, E 19 13 N,13 20 E 12 N, E 19 14 N, E 14 19 13 N,13 E 19 13 N,13 E 18 44 N, 30 E 13 N,13 E 19 9 N, 22 E N, E 41 27 12 N, 20 E N,14 E 18 N, E 41 27 11 N.11 20 E 12 N, 20 E N, E 41 37 14 N,14 20 E N,14 E 18 44 N, 28 E Walker River, W.F. Topaz Canal Topaz Slaughterhouse Slaughterhouse Creek Sheridan Creek Sheridan Red Canyon Creek Mott Canyon Creek Martin Slough Martin Jobs Creek James Creek Genoa Creek Genoa Edgewood Creek Big Creek Daggett Creek Topaz Lake Battle Creek, N.F. Carson River, River, Carson W.F. Spooner Lake Bartlett Creek Carson River, E.F. Mitch Park Pond Andorno Creek Carson River Carson Lake Tahoe Creek Alder DO-15 DO-14 DO-13 DO-12 DO-11 DO-10 DO-9 DO-8 DO-7 DO-6 DO-5 HU-5 DO-4 DO-19 HU-4 DO-3 DO-18 HU-3 DO-2 DO-17 HU-2 DOUGLASSCOUNTY STREAMS DO-1 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS DO-16 COUNTY HUMBOLDT STREAMS HU-1 32 SOUTHERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS MAP SOUTHERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS CLARK, ESMERELDA, LINCOLN, AND NYE COUNTIES NYE AND LINCOLN, CLARK, ESMERELDA, SOUTHERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS MAP 33 Larger prints the of fishable waters map areavailable at of any our regional offices, as well as online atndow.org 34 SOUTHERN REGION FISHABLE WATERS KEY SPECIES BB, CR, LMB, RB LMB, RB CR, LMB, RB LMB, RB CR, LMB, RB RB crappie tiger trout brook trout striped bass brown trout green sunfish green rainbow trout rainbow redear sunfish redear bluegill sunfish bluegill cutthroat troutcutthroat channel catfish bullhead catfishbullhead largemouth bass largemouth smallmouth bass smallmouth Sacramentoperch 6N, 61E 12S, 47E 6N, 61E 6N, 61E 6N, 61E 5N, 44E rainbow/cutthroat hybrid rainbow/cutthroat Adams-McGill Reservoir Beatty Urban Pond Cold Springs Reservoir Dacey Reservoir Haymeadow Reservoir Sportsmans Park/Rye Patch Pond �� Species Abbreviations Species bb bc bg bk bn cc cr smb sp stb tt ct gs lmb rb rs LAKES AND RESERVOIRS NY-46 NY-47 NY-48 NY-49 NY-50 NY-51 SPECIES BK RB BK, RB BK, BN BK, RB BN BN, BK, RB RB CT BK CT BN, BK, CT BK, RB, CT, BN BN, CT, RB BN, BK, RB BK BN, BK, CT, RB BN BC, BK, BN, CT, RB CT BK, BN, RB BK, BN, CT BK, BN RB, BN BK, CT BK BK, RB BK, RB BK 5N, 47E 10N, 48E 4N, 56E 7N, 46E 12N, 40E 10N, 44E 10N, 42E 12N, 42E 14N, 41E 10N, 45E 13N, 41E 12N, 45E 11N, 47E 13N, 42E 8N, 42E 3N, 56E 11N, 45E 15N, 41E 11N, 40E 15N, 42E 11N, 49E 12N, 41E 15N, 46E 13N, 42E 14N, 42E 6N, 57E 12N, 42E 11N, 42E 13N, 42E Georges Canyon Canyon Georges Creek Green Monster Monster Green Creek Hooper Canyon Canyon Hooper Creek Hunts Canyon Canyon Hunts Creek Illinois Creek Illinois Jefferson Creek Jefferson Jett Creek Last Chance Creek Marysville Creek Meadow Canyon Creek Mohawk Creek Mohawk Moores Creek Mosquito Creek Mosquito Ophir Creek Ophir Peavine Creek Peavine Pine Creek Pine Creek Reese River, Lower Reese River, Upper San Juan Creek Sawmill Creek Stewart Creek Stoneberger Stoneberger Creek Summit Creek Tierney Creek Tierney Troy CanyonTroy Creek Twin River,Twin N Twin River,Twin S Wisconsin Creek STREAMS (CONTINUED) NY-17 NY-18 NY-19 NY-20 NY-21 NY-22 NY-23 NY-24 NY-25 NY-26 NY-27 NY-28 NY-29 NY-30 NY-31 NY-32 NY-33 NY-34 NY-35 NY-36 NY-37 NY-38 NY-39 NY-40 NY-41 NY-42 NY-43 NY-44 NY-45 SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES BK, RB RB RB BN, RB BR, CR, LMB, RB, TT CR, RB, LMB BB, BG, CR, LMB BB, BG, LMB BK, RB RB BK,BN, BK, RB RB BK BN, RB, BK, RB BK RB BN BK, BN, RB BK CT CT BK, RB BN RB 1S, 34E 5S, 71E 5S, 70E 2S, 69E 2N, 69E 1N, 69E 4S, 60E 7S, 61E 11N, 45E 9N, 47E 11N, 42E 14N, 50E 11N, 42E 3N, 57E 13N, 40E 12N, 41E 15N, 49E 10N, 46E 9N, 48E 2N, 56E 15N, 42E 13N, 41E 11N, 49E 6N, 59E Silver Peak Pond Beaver Dam Wash Valley Eagle Reservoir Baker Creek Trail Canyon Reservoir (Big Clover Springs) Creek Valley Eagle Creek Echo Canyon Reservoir Nesbitt Lake Lake, Pahranagat Upper Creek Barley Creek Belcher Creek Blairs Broad Creek Creek Cherry Clear Creek Clear Creek Copenhagen Creek Creek Corcoran Cottonwood Creek Cottonwood Creek Cottonwood Creek Crane Creek Creek Danville Forest Home Creek LAKES AND RESERVOIRS ES-8 LINCOLNCOUNTY STREAMS LI-1 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS LI-4 NYE COUNTY STREAMS NY-1 ES-9 LI-2 LI-3 LI-5 LI-6 LI-7 NY-2 NY-3 NY-4 NY-5 NY-6 NY-7 NY-8 NY-9 NY-10 NY-11 NY-12 NY-13 NY-14 NY-15 NY-16 SPECIES SPECIES SPECIES CT BB, BG, CC, GS, LMB, RB, RS, SMB, STB BG, CC, GS, RB RB BB, BG, CC, GS, LMB, RB, RS BB, BG, CC, CR, GS, LMB, RB, STB, SMB BB, BG, CC, GS, LMB, RB, SMB, STB BG, CC, GS, LMB, RB CC, RB BG, CC, GS, LMB RB BK, BN, RB BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB BK, RB RB BK 20S, 56E 23S, 64E 1S, 34E 33S, 66E 17S, 56E 19S, 60E 21S, 64E 29S, 66E 20S, 61E 13S, 71E 22S, 62E 2S, 34E 2S, 34E 2S, 34E 1S, 34E 3S, 35E 1S, 33E - - Carpenter Can yon Creek City Boulder Pond Urban Creek Chiatovich Colorado River Colorado Cold Creek Pond Floyd Lamb Pond Lake Mead Lake Mohave Park Lorenzi Pond Mesquite Urban Pond Pond Park Sunset Davis Creek Indian Creek Creek Leidy Creek Middle Perry Aiken Creek Trail (Rose) Can yon Creek CLARK COUNTY STREAMS CL-1 LAKES AND RESERVOIRS CL-3 ESMERALDA COUNTY STREAMS ES-1 CL-2 CL-4 CL-5 CL-6 CL-7 CL-8 CL-9 CL-10 ES-2 ES-3 ES-4 ES-5 ES-6 ES-7 FISHABLE WATERS KEY WATERS FISHABLE REGION SOUTHERN You could get a discount when you combine your auto and boat policies.

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GENERAL STATEWIDE METHODS OF FISHING Fish may be taken only with hook and line at- REGULATIONS tached to rod or reel and closely attended in the manner known as angling. No more than three baited hooks, nor more than three fly hooks, or two lures or plugs irrespective of the number of hooks or attractor blades attached thereto, may be attached to the line. Some waters have All Regulations are applicable to CR 18-01, Amendment #1 and #2 further restrictions. No more than two lines may be used (Except as noted under “Spearfishing /Bowfishing” and “Unprotected Fish”). (Refer LICENSE shall mean the total length of the fish including to NRS 503.290) the head and tail, measured as illustrated in the REQUIREMENTS diagram. (Refer to NAC 503.500) All persons fishing are subject to the license SPEARFISHING/ requirements listed below. Except for some “interstate waters” (Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake, BOWFISHING Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, Colorado River), Persons may spearfish forunprotected fish in anglers 12 years of age and older are required all Nevada waters except Lake Tahoe and Topaz to obtain and possess a license or permit to fish. Lake. Persons may spearfish for striped bass Nonresident anglers under 12 years of age are Total Length in Lake Mead and Lake Mohave from Cotton- not required to have a license, but the number wood Cove to the cable below Hoover Dam. of fish taken by such nonresident anglers must Spearfishing for striped bass is prohibited in not exceed 50 percent of the limit as provided SEASONS AND that portion of Lake Mohave from Cottonwood by law. (For instance, if the limit is five, these Cove to Davis Dam and from Davis Dam down young anglers may take only two fish.) Fishing HOURS river to the Nevada state line. In Lakes Mead license and permit requirements also apply to Unless otherwise noted under Region Special and Mohave and the Colorado River system, persons taking fish by means of spear or bow Regulations, the season is open year around and spearfishing is prohibited within 1/2 mile of and arrow. (Refer to NRS 502.010) fishing hours are any time of the day or night. any dock or swimming area. When spearfish- Where specified, “open season” includes the first ing, a person must display, within 100 feet, an and last day designated. (Refer to NRS 501.065) appropriate diver’s flag. A mechanical spearing LIMITS device may be used only under the surface “Limit” means the maximum number of game of the water, and the spear must be attached fish that may be lawfully taken and reduced to “FISHES,” “FISHING,” to the device by a lanyard. Fishing license possession by a person. The “Limit” includes fish regulations apply to persons taking fish by caught in Nevada which have been processed “FISHED” AND “TO means of spear or bow and arrow. (Refer to or preserved and are stored at any location. NAC 503.590-592) Fish that are caught and immediately released FISH” DEFINED back to the water alive are not considered to be The words “to fish” and their derivatives, “fishes,” reduced to possession or part of the limit. Limits “fishing” and “fished,” mean catching, taking, cap- USING FISH for individual counties are specified under each turing, killing, injuring or crippling of a fish and Region’s General Regulations. Limits for waters, every attempt to do so. (Refer to NRS 501.030) FOR BAIT which have special limits or restrictions, are listed Please see page 40. Game fish and protected under each Region’s Special Regulations. (Refer species of fish may not be used as bait. to CR 18-01) FILLETING FISH Where size limits apply, fish may be filleted before transport if the remainder of the carcass of each CHUMMING POSSESSION LIMIT fish filleted is kept in one piece so size and pos- “Chumming” means placing fish, parts of fish or session limits can be immediately determined. It other material upon which fish feed, in the water VS. DAILY LIMIT is unlawful for any person to cause through care- for the purpose of attracting fish to a particular In this state, there is no distinction between a lessness, neglect or otherwise any edible portion area so that they may be taken. Chumming is “daily” limit and a “possession” limit. There is of any game fish to go to waste needlessly. In the prohibited in Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake, Spooner simply a “limit.” An angler may not have more case of game fish, the fillet meat from the oper- Lake and the entire Ruby Lake National Wildlife than one limit in possession. For example, if culum (gill plate) to the caudal fin (tail fin). (Refer Refuge. (Refer to NRS 501.013) an angler fishes one body of water where the to NRS 503.586) limit is four trout and takes his limit, he may not then move to a body of water where the limit UNPROTECTED FISH is two trout and keep any more fish. Unprotected fish are all species not classified as game or protected (game fish are listed on page 38). Unprotected fish may be taken by bow SIZE LIMIT and arrow, hook and line, dipnet, cast net, min- Unless otherwise noted under Region General now seine or minnow trap, and, except where Regulations or Region Special Regulations, there prohibited, by spear. In the Colorado River and is no size limit. Where size limits do apply, this Lakes Mead and Mohave, the taking of fish by

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HOOK IDENTIFICATION

Single Barbed Hook Single Barbless Hook Treble Hook

bow and arrow is prohibited within 1/2 mile alive at another body of water. The transport of any dock or swimming area. Fishing license GAME FISH and release of live wildlife without a permit is regulations apply to persons taking unpro- illegal. (Refer to NAC 503.115) tected fish by means of hook and line, bow TRANSPORTATION and arrow or spear. Game fish taken under the authority of a fishing license or fishing permit may not be transported BULLFROGS alive from the body of water where the game There is no license requirement or limit on bull- ICE FISHING fish is taken. It is not illegal to keep game fish frogs if they are taken by gig, spear, bow and For the purposes of ice fishing, holes cut through alive and in a live well, net or on a stringer arrow or by hand. However, a license is required the ice must not exceed 10 inches in diameter. while at the body of water from which they to take bullfrogs by hook and line. Season is open (Refer to NAC 503.583) are caught. Anglers must kill fish to be trans- year around anytime of the day or night in waters ported away from the body of water. Under no that are open to fishing or frogging. Bullfrogs may circumstances can game fish be transported in not be transported alive from the body of water ARTIFICIAL LURES a manner which would allow for their release where taken. (Refer to 503.580 and 503.100) “Artificial Lures” means any device with a hook or hooks attached which is made partly or entirely of rubber, wood, metal, glass, plastic or feathers. (Please note: PowerBait® or similar products are not considered artificial lures.) (Refer to NAC LURE REGULATIONS BY LOCATION 503.500) Only artificial lures may be used in the following waters: 1. The Collection Ditch at Ruby Lake NWR in Elko County. ARTIFICIAL LURES 2. Dacey Reservoir on the Kirch WMA in Nye County. WITH SINGLE 3. Hinkson Slough on the Mason Valley WMA in Lyon County BARBLESS HOOKS 4. Tonkin Springs Reservoir in Eureka County. A “single barbless hook” means a fish hook hav- Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used in ing one point, manufactured without barbs or these waters: on which the barbs have been bent completely closed or filed off. Double or treble hooks hav- • Knott Creek Reservoir including inlet and outlet streams in Humboldt County. ing a common shank are not a single barbless • Hobart Reservoir (Washoe County), its tributaries and Franktown Creek hook even when the barbs are closed or filed downstream to Red House. off. When single barbless hooks are required, • Catnip Reservoir in Washoe County. only one single barbless hook may be attached to each hook eye or ring of the lure. (Refer to • South Fork of the Humboldt River (Elko County) from the access causeway for NAC 503.500) the Lucky Nugget subdivision upstream to Lee. • East Walker River (Lyon County) from 1/4 mile above the confluence of the NORTHERN PIKE East Walker River and Sweetwater Creek downstream to 1/2 mile below the Northern pike are not classified as game fish; confluence of the East Walker River and Red Wash Creek. they are a prohibited species. Anglers wishing • Marlette Lake including tributaries and outlet stream in Washoe County. to keep northern pike to eat are required to kill them upon capture. There is no limit for • Smith Creek Reservoir in Lander County. northern pike, and anglers who wish to assist • Truckee River (Washoe and Storey County) from February 1 through May 31, in in the removal of northern pike from the waters that portion 1,000 feet downstream of Derby Dam downstream to the Pyramid of the state and who wish to dispose of them Lake Paiute Reservation boundary. may do so without regard for Nevada’s wanton Please go to page 42 for more information on special regulations in the eastern, waste laws. The importation, transportation or southern, and western region. possession of live northern pike is prohibited (NAC 503.110). (Refer to NAC 503.110).

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CRAYFISH WARMWATER THE CAPTURE, A fishing license is not required to capture crayfish for personal consumption or use as bait. When GAME FISH TRANSPORT AND used as bait, crayfish may only be used in the Warmwater game fish are: black bullhead, brown water where captured and other bait restrictions bullhead, channel catfish, white catfish, striped USE OF BAIT apply (see page 40). There is no limit on crayfish. bass, white bass, largemouth bass, smallmouth Any person possessing a fishing license or per- A license is required to take crayfish by hook bass, spotted bass, black crappie, white crap- mit, or otherwise exempted from such licenses, and line. A permit is required to take crayfish for pie, yellow perch, Sacramento perch, bluegill may capture, transport and use bait for fishing commercial purposes at Lake Tahoe (crayfish may sunfish, pumpkinseed sunfish, green sunfish, or personal consumption except that the use of not be taken for commercial purposes from any redear sunfish, walleye and any hybrid thereof. game fish or protected species of fish for bait is other Nevada water.) (Refer to 503.100) (Refer to NAC 503.060) prohibited. Aquatic bait (such as live unprotected amphibians, crayfish, clams and snails) may be used only in the water from which it is taken. COLDWATER PROTECTED FISH Aquatic bait and live bait fish (live unprotected species of freshwater fish) may be transported GAME FISH AND AMPHIBIANS from one river basin to another or from one area Coldwater game fish are: Bonneville cutthroat Protected fish and amphibians are those species of this state to another only as provided in the ap- trout, Lahontan cutthroat trout, Snake River listed in NAC 503.065, 503.075 and 503.067. propriate regional regulation as noted below. Any (Yellowstone) cutthroat trout, Kokanee salmon, There is no open season on fish or amphibians bait obtained from a licensed dealer of live bait fish brook trout, brown trout, bull trout, lake trout, classified as protected. must be accompanied by a currently dated receipt rainbow trout, redband trout, mountain whitefish issued by that dealer. (Refer to NAC 503.502) and any hybrid thereof. (Refer to NAC 503.060) NOTE: Artificial lure-only waters are listed on page 37. Fishing with Bait Fish table on page 40.

REGLAS DE LA PESCA (Regulations in Spanish) Una licencia o un permiso de corto plazo Mientras pescando para la trucha en la Para cada masa de agua en el estado, es requerido para cualquier persona mayoría de las aguas de Nevada, una hay “limites” del número de peces que que tiene 12 años o más cuando están persona debe haber comprador un se puede coger y ser poseídos por un pescando en la mayoría de las aguas de sello de “trucha”, firmado, y fijado a su pescador. Nevada. Las excepciones son: licencia de pesca. Un sello de trucha no Es prohibido usar partes de peces de caza • Lake Tahoe y el Topaz Lake donde la es requerido para una persona que tiene para cebo. menos de 16 años en Lake Tahoe O Topaz edad mínima es 16 años; y Una vez que una persona haya cogido y Lake, una persona que tiene menos de • El sistema del Río Colorado (Lake tiene un limite de pescado, no se puede 14 años en el sistema del Río Colorado, Mead, Lake Mohave, y el Río Colorado) coger más pescado para completar su una persona que tiene menos de 12 donde la edad mínima es 12 años. limite o el limite de un otra persona. años en otras aguas de Nevada, o una Por el sistema del Río Colorado, un “sello persona que pesca bajo la autoridad de de uso especial” de Nevada o Arizona un permiso a corto plazo. Barcos puede que sea requerido en ciertas Hay que tener un aparato personal de Con pocos excepciones, una persona solo circunstancias. flotacíon (PFD o chaleco salvavidas) puede coger peces de “caza” Para calificar para una licencia de caza o del tamaño aproriado, aprobado por el Con un anzuelo y sedal fijado a un carrete pesca de “residente” de Nevada, hay que: Guardacostas de los Estados Unidos, para que está bien atendido por esa persona. Se cada persona en el barco. • Ser un ciudadano de los Estados puede usar un arpón para pescar para perca En barcos que miede 16 pies y más, Unidos o tener derecho legal para rayada en Lake Mead y partes particulares tiene que haber un aparato de flotación permanecer en los Estados Unidos; de Lake Mohave y el Río Colorado. • Ha vivido continuamente en Nevada, además de los aparatos requeridos que Es prohibido coger o intentar pesca de “caza” todos llevan. excepto ausencias temporales, por un con un red, trampas, o sedales “puestos”. período de 6 meses antes de comprar Un niño que tiene 13 años o menos Es illegal pescar con una segunda una licencia de “residente” o permiso; y tiene que llevar un chaleco salvavidas de combinación de anzuelos, sedales, y tamaño aproriado cuando el barco está • No haber aplicado para o comprado carretes, a menos que tenga un “sello una licencia de “residente” para pesca, en curso, a menos que el niño está en un de segundo sedal”. El sello tiene que ser lugar completamente incluido en el barco. caza, en algun otro estado durante el firmado y fijado a la licencia de pesca. Es Es illegal manejar un barco de motor o período de 6 meses en lo que se ha prohibido para una persona pescar con vela mientras esta bajo la influencia de vivido en Nevada. más de dos combinaciones de anzuelo, alcohol o droga. sedal, y carrete.

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The use of bait fish, whether dead or alive or the parts thereof, other than preserved salmon eggs, is prohibited in all waters except those listed below.

* Live Baitfish means live, unprotected species of freshwater fish.Use of any game fish as bait is prohibited. * SPECIES APPROVED FOR USE AS LIVE BAIT

AUTHORIZED DEALERS AND AREAS GENERAL SPECIFIC WATERS WHERE BAIT WHERE LICENSED ANGLERS MAY AREA FISH MAY BE USED ACQUIRE LIVE BAIT FISH FOR PER- SONAL USE LAHONTAN REDSIDE (SHINER) SPECKLED DACE SUCKER TAHOE MTN. SUCKER MOSQUITOFISH CARP CHUB TUI BLACKFISH SACRAMENTO SCULPIN PAIUTE MINNOW FATHEAD SHINER GOLDEN SHINER RED SHAD THREADFIN GOLDFISH SHAD GIZZARD

Carson River The Carson River from Quilici Dam (12 Fish used as live bait may be taken only Basin miles below Dayton) above Lahon- from the Carson or Truckee River Basins tan Reservoir downstream to and in Carson City, Churchill, Douglas, Lyon, including Lahontan Res., the Carson • • • • • • • • • • Storey or Washoe Counties or purchased River below Lahontan Dam and all of only from a dealer who is licensed in this the waters within Lahontan Valley, state and authorized to sell live bait fish Churchill County. for use in the Carson River Basin. The Carson River from the boundary Fish used as live bait may be taken only between California and Nevada to from the Carson River above Quilici Dam Quilici Dam or purchased only from a dealer who is • • • • • licensed in this state and authorized to sell live bait fish for use in the Carson River Basin. Truckee River In the Truckee River Basin, which Fish used as live bait may be taken only Basin includes the Truckee River and its from the Truckee River or its tributaries or diversion ditches and tributaries from be purchased from a dealer licensed in this the California state line to, but excluding • • • • • • • • • state and authorized to sell live bait fish Pyramid Lake, and including Paradise for use in the Truckee River Basin. Ponds, Virginia Lake, Washoe Lake and the Fernley Wildlife Management Area. Humboldt The Humboldt River Basin from Stahl Fish used as live bait in this area may only River System Diversion Dam (near Golconda, Hum- be taken from the Humboldt River and in Humboldt, boldt County) to and including Rye Patch its tributaries or purchased from a dealer Pershing and Reservoir, the Pitt-Taylor and Chimney who is licensed in this state and autho- • • • • • • • • Churchill Reservoirs, the Humboldt River below rized to sell live bait fish for use in the Counties Rye Patch Dam and all waters of the Humboldt River Basin. Humboldt River in Lovelock Valley, Pershing and Churchill Counties Lake Tahoe The waters of Lake Tahoe and its tribu- Fish used here as live bait may be taken taries located in Carson City, Douglas • • • • • • only from, and must be native to, Lake and Washoe Counties Tahoe and its tributaries. Walker River The main Walker River from the bridge Fish used as live bait here may only be System of the S.P. Railroad near Wabuska, taken from the Walker River Basin in Lyon downstream to and including Weber or Mineral Counties or purchased from Reservoir and the lower Walker River a dealer who is licensed in this state and down to and including Walker Lake authorized to sell live bait fish for use in the • • • • • • • Walker River Basin. The use of fish as bait, whether alive or dead, or parts thereof, is prohibited in the ponds and sloughs of the Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area and the Fort Churchill Cooling Ponds. Colorado Lake Mead, Lake Mohave and the Colo- Other forms of aquatic and animal life, River System rado River located in Clark County such as the waterdog, grasshopper, • • • • • • • • earthworm and crayfish may also be used as bait.

Additional bait regulations: In the Eastern Region (Elko, Eureka, Lander and White Pine Counties) the possession or use of fish as bait, whether dead or alive or any parts thereof except for preserved salmon eggs, is prohibited. Other aquatic bait (live, unprotected salamanders, waterdogs, frogs, crayfish, clams and snails) may be used only in the water from which it is taken. In the Southern Region, while fishing the waters of Lake Mead, Lake Mohave and the Colorado River, a licensed person may purchase live baitfish from a licensed bait dealer in Arizona, California or Nevada, or he may for his own use, take such baitfish with a dipnet, a cast net with a radius not exceeding four feet from horn to leadline, a seine not exceeding 10 feet in length and four feet in width, or a minnow trap not exceeding 12 inches in width, 12 inches in depth and 24 inches in length. In all other waters of this region, the capture, possession while fishing or use of fish as bait, whether dead or alive, or parts thereof, other than preserved salmon eggs, is prohibited.

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ACCESSIBLE (ADA) WESTERN NEVADA Sparks Marina – One fishing pier at the south- FISHING IN west end of the lake. Paradise Pond – Two concrete fishing platforms NEVADA on the east side of the north pond. Virginia Lake – One fishing pier on the east side. This section contains information on accessible fishing sites in wildlife management areas, lakes, ponds, streams, etc. that have Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ramps or entrances Marilyn’s Pond – One fishing pier. for people to fish and clean fish from. All of these locations are noted on the Fishable Waters Maps included in this publication. If you have a suggestion of new access locations please email Verdi Pond at Crystal Peak Park – Three acces- [email protected] or call one of our regional offices listed on page 3. sible ramps and piers.

Mitch Park Pond (Gardnerville, NV) – One concrete fishing platform. EASTERN NEVADA Lake Mead – Access varies with lake level. Con- Cave Lake – ADA pier and disabled parking. tact National Park Service at 702-293-8990. Baily Fishing Pond – One fishing pier.

Veteran’s Memorial Park Pond – Accessible Mason Valley WMA: One ADA accessible boat SOUTHERN NEVADA fishing around the pond via a paved path. ramp at North Pond. The front dike at Hink- Eagle Valley Reservoir – Accessible fishing pier son Slough, Bass Pond and North Pond can be and boat ramp. Sunset Park Pond – Accessible fishing around accessed quite easily by the ADA. There are the pond via a paved path. four ADA accessible bathrooms: one at Hink- Lake Mohave – On the Nevada side of Lake son Slough, one at the Sandridge Campground, Mohave, Cottonwood Cove has ADA accessible Lorenzi Park Pond – Accessible fishing around one at the Shoveler Parking Area and one by the boat docks, fish cleaning stations, restrooms, the pond via a paved path. boat ramp and campground for North Pond. marina, and restaurant. On the Arizona side of Lake Mohave, both Willow Beach and Kather- Floyd Lamb Park Ponds – Paved and hard dirt Humboldt WMA: One ADA bathroom at the ine’s Landing have the same amenities as Cot- paths around ponds provide access. campground. tonwood Cove and ADA accessible fishing piers.

PROTECT NEVADA’S WATERS Known Nevada Invaders: Stop the Spread of Aquatic Hitchhikers! Quagga Mussels CLEAN, DRAIN and DRY your waders, fishing poles, fishing gear, bait buckets, boats, canoes and kayaks. If it gets wet, it could harbor aquatic invasive species.

Inspect and Decontaminate Your Watercraft and Equipment Here are some methods to minimize your chances of accidentally transporting invasive species. By following these steps you can help protect your valuable fishing Northern Pike and boating resources for the future: • CLEAN Remove all mud, plants and animals from every part of your boat, trailer and equipment. • DRAIN Before you leave the recreation area, eliminate all water from your boat, including its live-wells, ballast, hull and engine-cooling water. Remove all drain plugs and leave passages open before transporting your boat away from any waterbody. New Zealand Mudsnail • DRY Allow time for your boat to completely dry before you launch in any other waters. This amount of time may vary depending on humidity and temperature. In the summer, your dry time should be at least seven days. NOTE: When transferring your watercraft from one water to another or across state borders, you may be required to have your watercraft professionally decontaminated with a high pressure hot water (140°F) wash. For additional information, visit www.100thmeridian.org or visit the state wildlife/fish and game website of your destination state. Eurasian Watermilfoil • NEVER release plants, fish or animals into a body of water unless they came out of that body of water.

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The Eastern Region includes the four counties of northeastern Nevada: Elko, Eureka, Lander and White Pine. Popular fishing waters include Wildhorse, Wilson, Willow Creek, Jakes Creek, Illipah and South Fork reservoirs, Groves Lake, Bassett Lake, Cave Lake, Ruby Lake, other high mountain lakes and several streams located throughout the area. The Eastern Region NDOW Office is located at 60 Youth Center Road, Elko, NV 89801, (775) 777-2300.

Important Note: Within the Eastern Region the general fishing seasons, hours, limits, and regulations apply to all waters EXCEPT those listed under“Eastern Region Special Regulations”. If the water in which you intend to fish is not listed under the Eastern Region’s Special Regulations, then the General Regulations shall apply.

All game fish must be dead before being transported away from the body of water where caught.

EASTERN REGION STREAMS AND RIVERS LAKES AND RESERVOIRS Elko County: The limit is 10 trout, 10 moun- Elko, Eureka, Lander and White Pine Counties: GENERAL tain whitefish, and 15 warmwater game fish The limit is 5 trout, and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass. of which not more than 10 may be black bass. REGULATIONS No limit on northern pike or yellow perch (un- No limit on yellow perch (unlimited possession). Open year around, any hour of the day or night. limited possession). No bull trout are allowed in possession. BAIT REGULATIONS EASTERN REGION Eureka, Lander and White Pine Counties: The While fishing in this region, the possession or limit is 10 trout and 15 warmwater game fish use of fish as bait, whether dead or alive or any LIMITS of which not more than 10 may be black bass. parts thereof except for preserved salmon eggs, Except as noted under “Special Regulations,” No limit on northern pike or yellow perch (un- is prohibited. Other aquatic bait may be used the limits are as follows: limited possession). only in the water from which it is taken. See page 40 for more regulations on the use of bait fish.

ATTENTION TROUT ANGLERS – IDENTIFY YOUR CATCH IN THE JARBIDGE

When fishing in the Jarbidge River drainage area it is essential to be able to differentiate between rainbow trout and the threatened bull trout. The most common trout you will find is rainbow trout. The possession of bull trout is prohibited! All captured bull trout must be immediately released unharmed. Knowing how to identify your catch is important. Bull trout have light colored spots scattered over a dark (olive-green color) background. The fins have no black spotting. Rainbow trout have a light colored background with a pink to red colored stripe across the side of the body. In addition, there is black spotting over the body, tail fin and dorsal fin.

Bull Trout Rainbow Trout

No black spots on dorsal fin Black spots on dorsal fin

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All Regulations are applicable to CR 18-01, Amendment #1 and #2 EASTERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONS AREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMIT ELKO COUNTY Angel Lake and inlet and outer streams Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout Bruneau River and tributary streams Year round; any hour of the day or night 10 trout and 10 mountain whitefish Dry Creek Reservoir Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which no more than 10 may be black bass. Jarbidge River, West Fork and East Fork and Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout and 10 mountain whitefish, except the possession its tributary streams of bull trout is prohibited. Special Regulations: All captured bull trout must be releaed immediately. Please report the capture of bull trout to NDOW Eastern Region Office. Marys River and tributary streams Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout Ruby Mountains and East Humboldt Range Year round; any hour of the day or night 10 trout High Lakes (except for Angel Lake) Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge Year round in all areas except as posted. Refuge is open 2 From Jan 1 - June 14: limit is 3 trout and 5 black bass. hours before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset. From June 15 - Dec 31: limit is 3 trout and 10 black bass. *Minimum size for black bass is 10 inches total length. Special Regulations: The areas of the Collection Ditch that are open to fishing may be fished wth artificial lures only. Chumming is prohibited. It is unlawful to clean or fillet fish within the boundaries of the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The possession or use of live or dead bait fish (including crayfish and amphibians) is prohibited anywhere on the refuge. *For boating regulations contact the Refuge Manager. *The Gallagher Hatchery rearing, brood and spring ponds, and Cave Creek on the west side of the County Road are closed to fishing. See page 42 for boating regulations. South Fork Reservoir and the South Fork of Year round; any hour of the day or night. Exception: 5 trout, 1 black bass, 1 white bass hybrid (wiper) and 5 the Humboldt River from the Lucky Nugget March 1 - June 30, catch and release fishing only for channel catfish. *Minimum size for black bass and white Subdivision causeway downstream to its black bass. bass hybrids is 15 inches total length. confluence with the Humboldt River

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EASTERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONS (CONTINUED) AREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMIT

ELKO COUNTY (CONTINUED) South Fork of the Humboldt River from Year round; any hour of the day or night 1 trout the Lucky Nugget Subdivision causeway upstream to Lee Special Regulations: Only artifcial lures with single barbless hooks may be used. Wildhorse Reservoir and all inlet and outlet Year round; any hour of the day or night. Exception: 5 trout, 1 black bass, 1 white bass hybrid (wiper) and 5 streams including Penrod Creek up to the March 1 - June 30, catch and release fishing only for channel catfish. *Minimum size for black bass and white bridge below the Gold Creek Ranger Station black bass. bass hybrids is 15 inches total length. *No limit on yellow perch. (unlimited possession) Willow Creek Reservoir Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which no more than 10 may be black bass and 5 may be channel catfish. *Minimum size for black bass is 10 inches total length. Wilson Sink Reservoir and its outlet and Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout and 10 mountain whitefish and 10 black bass. inlet stream up to State Route 11 *Minimum size for black bass is 10 inches total length.

ELKO COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: In Ruby Valley, fishing is prohibited in Gallagher Hatchery rearing, brood and spring ponds; in Cave Creek west of the county road; and on Franklin Lake Wildlife Management Area.

EUREKA COUNTY Tonkin Springs Reservoir Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout Special Regulations: Artificial lures only. Stream above reservoir is closed to fishing.

EUREKA COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Tonkin Springs Creek (Denay Creek) from origin to its confluence with Tonkin Springs Reservoir.

LANDER COUNTY Groves Lake, Kingston Creek and Big Creek Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout Special Regulations: Only boats without motors and boats with electric motors are permitted. Smith Creek Reservoir April 1 - Nov. 15, any hour of the day or night. 1 trout Special Regulations: Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used. Please respect “No Trespassing” signs as posted (from the inlet of Smith Creek along the north shore, including the dam) by the private land owner. Willow Creek Pond and Reservoir including Year round; 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset. 5 trout and 5 black bass. *Minimum size for black bass is inlet and outlet streams 10 inches total length. *No limit on yellow perch (unlimited possession).

WHITE PINE COUNTY Cave Lake, Steptoe Creek and Cave Creek Year round; any hour of the day or night. 5 trout Special Regulations: On Cave Lake, boats must be operated at a speed which leaves a flat wake and in no case exceeds 5 nautical miles per hour.

Cold Creek Reservoir Year round; any hour of the day or night. 5 trout and 5 black bass; *Minimum size for black bass is 10 inches total length.

Comins Lake Year round; any hour of the day or night. 5 trout and 5 black bass Illipah Reservoir and Creek Year round; any hour of the day or night. 5 trout Special Regulations: Flat wake restrictions for boats. Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Elko Year round in all areas except as posted. Refuge is open 2 From Jan. 1 through June 14: limit is 3 trout and 5 black and White Pine Counties hours before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset. bass. From June 15 through Dec. 31: limit is 3 trout and 10 black bass. *Minimum size for black bass is 10 inches total length.

Special Regulations: Those areas of the Collection Ditch that are open to fishing may be fished wth artificial lures only. Chumming is prohibited. It is unlawful to clean or fillet fish within the boundaries of the Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The possession or use of live or dead bait fish (including crayfish and amphibians) is prohibited anywhere on the refuge. *For boating regulations contact the Refuge Manager. *The Gallagher Hatchery rearing, brood and spring ponds, and Cave Creek on the west side of the County Road are closed to fishing. See page 54 for boating regulations.

Snake Mountain High Lakes Year round; any hour of the day or night. 10 trout Tailings Creek, Cleve Creek, Silver Creek Year round; any hour of the day or night. 5 trout and White River

WHITEPINE COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Cold Creek Springs (Spring Pond) and creek above Cold Creek Reservoir in the Diamond Range of White Pine County.

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The Southern Region includes the four counties of southern Nevada: Clark, Esmeralda, Lincoln and Nye. Popular fishing waters within this region include Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, the Colorado River, Eagle Valley Reservoir, Echo Canyon Reservoir and the reservoirs on Kirch Wildlife Management Area. A number of small streams in northern Nye County provide wild trout fishing and a few are stocked with hatchery-reared rainbow trout. The Southern Region NDOW Office is located at 4747 Vegas Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89108, (702) 486-5127.

Important Note: Within the Southern Region the following general fishing seasons, hours, limits and regulations apply to all waters EXCEPT those listed under “Southern Region Special Regulations.” If the water in which you intend to fish is not listed under the Region’s Special Regulations, then the General Regulations shall apply.

All game fish must be dead before being transported away from the body of water where caught.

SOUTHERN ARTIFICIAL LURE REGION LIMITS WATERS Except as noted under “Southern Region Special See page 37. Regulations” the limits are as follows: Clark, Esmeralda, Lincoln and Nye counties: the limit is 10 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which SPEARFISHING/ not more than 10 may be black bass. BOWFISHING Persons may spearfish for striped bass in Lake BAIT REGULATIONS Mead and in Lake Mohave from Cottonwood Cove See page 40 for more regulations on the use to the cable below Hoover Dam. Spearfishing for of baitfish. striped bass is prohibited in that portion of Lake Mohave from Cottonwood Cove to Davis Dam and from Davis Dam down river to the Nevada state TACKLE line. In Lakes Mead and Mohave and the Colorado Brandon Boone with a carp caught in Sunset Park River system, spearfishing is prohibited within 1/2 RESTRICTIONS mile of any dock or swimming area. See page 36 In Lake Mead, Lake Mohave and the Colorado in General Regulations for further information SOUTHERN River, the use of more than two hooks for bait When spearfishing, a person must display, or flies is prohibited. See below and on page 37 within 100 feet, an appropriate diver’s flag. A REGION GENERAL in General Regulations for further information. mechanical spearing device may be used only un- (Refer to NAC 503.590) der the surface of the water, and the spear must REGULATIONS be attached to the device by a lanyard. Fishing Open year around, any hour of the day or night, license regulations apply when spearfishing. except where noted under special regulations. (Refer to NAC 503.590-592)

All Regulations are applicable to CR 18-01, Amendment #1 and #2 SOUTHERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONS AREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMIT CLARK COUNTY Carpenter Canyon Creek Year round; any hour of the day or night 2 trout Clark County Urban Ponds: (Veteran’s Year round; hours are when the park is open to public 3 game fish Memorial Park Pond, Lorenzi Park Pond, use. Mesquite Urban Pond-Hafen Lane Pond, Sunset Park Pond and Floyd Lamb Park Pond) Cold Creek Pond and Cold Creek Year round; any hour of the day or night 3 game fish

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SOUTHERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONS (CONTINUED) AREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMIT CLARK COUNTY (CONTINUED) Colorado River below Davis Dam Year round; any hour of the day or night except in areas 5 trout, 6 black bass, 10 striped bass and 25 catfish. as posted. *Minimum size for black bass is 13 inches total length. *No limit on other game fish.

Special Regulations: For bait restrictions see page 40.

Lake Mead Year round; any hour of the day or night, except in areas 5 trout, 6 black bass, 25 catfish and 15 crappie. *No limit as posted. on striped bass less than 20 inches total length. The limit on striped bass 20 inches total length or longer is 20 fish. *No limit restriction on other game fish.

Special Regulations: For bait restrictions see page 40.

Lake Mohave Year round; any hour of the day or night, except in areas 5 trout, 6 black bass, 25 catfish and 15 crappie. *No limit as posted. on striped bass less than 20 inches total length. The limit on striped bass 20 inches total length or longer is 20 fish. *No limit restriction on other game fish.

Special Regulations: For bait restrictions see page 40.

Virgin River and Muddy (Moapa) Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout, 6 black bass, 25 catfish, 15 crappie and 20 striped River systems bass. *No limit restriction on other game fish.

CLARK COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Lakes Mead and Mohave and the Colorado River areas as posted immediately above and below Hoover and Davis Dams; and except as otherwise posted by the National Park Service, those waters within the flat wake buoys at the following marinas and harbors: Overton Beach, Echo Bay Resort, Callville Bay Marina, Las Vegas Wash, Cottonwood Cove, Hemenway Harbor and the Las Vegas boat harbor/ Lake Mead Marina Harbor complex in Clark County. Spring Mountain Ranch State Park Pond, Veteran’s Memorial Park, Boulder City, all waters except the Boulder City Pond as posted in Clark County. Las Vegas Wash, all waters within the Clark County Wetlands Park.

LINCOLN COUNTY Eagle Valley Reservoir and Meadow Valley Year round, any hour of the day or night. 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more Wash above the reservoir than 10 may be black bass. *Zero black bass (catch and release only) from April 1 through June 30. Echo Canyon Reservor Year round, any hour of the day or night. 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass. Nesbitt Lake (Key Pittman Wildlife Manage- Year round, any hour of the day or night except the por- 10 bullhead and 15 other warmwater game fish of which ment Area) tion above the old fence line as posted closed to entry not more than 10 may be black bass. from Feb. 15 - August 15 and closed to fishing during waterfowl season. Special Regulations: See boat restrictions on page 54. Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge Year round, any hour of the day or night except North 3 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more Marsh which is closed to fishing during the waterfowl than 5 may be black bass. hunting season.

LINCOLN COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Ash Springs outflow through the River Ranch to beginning of the concrete ditch, in Lincoln County. Crystal Springs and outflow for one half mile to beginning of the concrete ditch, in Lincoln County.

NYE COUNTY Beatty Urban Pond Year round; any hour of the day or night. 3 game fish Kirch Wildlife Management Area Year round; any hour of the day or night, except the 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more upper portions of Adams-McGill, Cold Springs and than 10 may be black bass. *You may only possess 5 black Haymeadow Reservoirs, which are closed to trespass bass from April 1 - June 30. Feb. 15 - August 15 as posted. A 100-yard area as posted around the inflow from Hot Creek to Adams-McGill Reservoirs is closed to fishing Jan. 1 - April 1. Special Regulations: See boat restrictions on page 54. Kirch Wildlife Management Area Open Aug. 16 - Feb. 14 any hour of the day or night. 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more Tule Reservoir than 10 may be black bass. Kirch Wildlife Management Area Year round except the upper portions of Dacey Reservoir 1 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more Dacey Reservoir closed to trespass Feb. 15 - Aug. 15 as posted. A 100- than 10 may be black bass. *Zero (0) black bass (catch and yard area as posted around the inflow from Hot Creek to release only) from April 1 - June 30. Dacey Reservoir is closed to fishing Jan. 1 - April 1.

NYE COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Kirch Wildlife Management Area - Hot Creek to its confluence with Adams-McGill Reservoir; Sunnyside Creek above Sunnyside / Adavin County Road crossing in Sec 36T7N, R61E in Nye County.

2019-2020 NEVADA FISHING GUIDE 48 WESTERN REGION REGULATONS

The Western Region includes the nine counties of northwestern Nevada: Carson City, Churchill, Douglas, Humboldt, Lyon, Mineral, Pershing, Storey and Washoe. Several popular fishing waters are located within this region including Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake, Knott Creek Reservoir, Pyramid Lake, and the Truckee, Carson and Walker River systems. Pyramid Lake is managed by Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe. Please contact the Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe for regulations and license requirements pertaining to Pyramid Lake. Waters that are popular for warmwater species are Lahontan, Chimney and Rye Patch Reservoirs, Humboldt River, Washoe Lake, Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area and several canals and drains in the Lahontan Valley. The Western Region office is located at 1100 Valley Road, Reno, NV 89512, (775) 688-1506.

Important Note: Within the Western Region the general fishing seasons, hours, limits, and regulations apply to all waters EXCEPT those listed under “Western Region Special Regulations.” If the water in which you intend to fish is not listed under the Region’s Special Regulations, then the General Regulations shall apply.

All game fish must be dead before being transported away from the body of water where caught.

Humboldt and Pershing County: The limit is 5 trout WESTERN and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more REGION GENERAL than 5 may be black bass and 5 may be walleye. REGULATIONS ARTIFICIAL LURE Open year around, any hour of the day or night. WATERS WESTERN See page 37. REGION LIMITS TACKLE Except as noted under “Special Regulations” the limits are as follows: RESTRICTIONS In the waters of the Truckee River, from 1000 feet Carson City, Douglas County, Mineral County, below Derby Dam downstream to the Pyramid Storey County and Washoe County: The limit Lake Paiute Reservation boundary, only artificial is 5 trout, 10 mountain whitefish and 15 warm- lures with single barbless hooks may be used water game fish of which not more than 5 may from February 1 through May 31. Only one single be black bass. barbless hook may be attached to each hook Bruce Castro caught this 5lb 2oz smallmouth bass eye or ring of the lure. See page 37 in General in Topaz Lake Churchill County and Lyon County: The limit is 5 Regulations for further information. trout, 10 mountain whitefish and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 5 may be black bass and 5 may be walleye. BAIT REGULATIONS See page 40.

All Regulations are applicable to CR 18-01, Amendment #1 and #2 WESTERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONS AREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMIT CARSON CITY Baily Fishing Pond in Carson Season is open year around during the hours the park is Limit is 3 game fish. open to the public. Lake Tahoe Special Regulations: Persons under 16 years of age are not required to have a fishing license. Persons 16 years of age or older must have either a Nevada fishing license or a Nevada Interstate Boundary Waters license; a Nevada short-term fishing permit or a California fishing license.

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WESTERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONS (CONTINUED) AREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMIT

CARSON CITY (CONTINUED) Lake Tahoe and Tributaries Season is open year around, 1 hour before sunrise to 2 Limits are 5 game fish of which not more than 2 may be hours after sunset, except for the following closed areas: mackinaw (lake trout). within a 200 yard radius of the mouths of Third, Incline and Wood Creeks; 500 yard radius from Sand Harbor Boat Ramp; and within the boat launch area inside the jetty at Cave Rock Boat Ramp. Marlette Lake, tributaries and outlet stream Season is July 15 through Sept. 30, 1 hour before sunrise Limit is zero (0) fish, catch and release fishing only. Only to 2 hours after sunset. artificial lures

CHURCHILL COUNTY Lahontan Reservoir Season is open year around, any hour of the day or night Limit is 15 game fish of which not more than 5 may be except for the Lahontan Dam spilling pool (bowl) which is black bass, 5 may be walleye, and 2 may be white bass or closed to fishing. white bass hybrids (wiper) 15 inches total length or longer. White bass or white bass hybrids (wiper) under 15 inches may be included in the 15 game fish limit. Carson River below Lahontan Reservoir and Season is open year around, any hour of the day or night. Limit is 25 game fish of which not more than 5 may be all waters in Lahontan Valley black bass and 5 may be walleye. Liberty Pond Season is open year around, during the hours the park is Limit is 3 game fish. open to the public.

CHURCHILL COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Lahontan Dam spilling pool (bowl) on the Carson River below Lahontan Dam. All waters within the boundaries

DOUGLAS COUNTY Lake Tahoe and Tributaries See Carson City County. Mitch Park Pond, Lampe Parke Pond, Mar- Season is open year around, hours when park is open to Limit is 3 game fish. tin Slough Pond the public. Spooner Lake Season is open year around, 1 hour before sunrise to 2 Limit is 5 trout. hours after sunset. Topaz Lake Season is open January 1 through September 30, 1 hour Limit is 5 trout. before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset, except for the area within the jetties of Topaz Marina which is closed to fishing. Special Regulations: These limits need to moved up to limit for topaz lake next to the limit is 5 trout. There is no chumming at Topaz Lake (see page 36). Persons under 16 years of age are not required to have a fishing license. Persons 16 years of age or older must have either a Nevada fishing license or a Nevada Interstate Boundary Waters license; a Nevada short-term fishing permit or a California fishing license.

DOUGLAS COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Lake Tahoe within the boat launch area, inside the jetty at the Cave Rock boat ramp, north end. Glenbrook Creek from Lake Tahoe to Hwy 50. Topaz Lake within the jetties of Topaz Marina.

HUMBOLDT COUNTY Big Springs Reservoir Season is open the second Saturday in May through the Limit is 5 trout. last day of February, any hour of the day or night. Bilk Creek Reservoir Season is open year around any hour of the day or night. Limit is 5 game fish. Special Regulations: The reservoir has been dry for several years, check on conditions before heading out. Blue Lakes Season is open the second Saturday in June through Limit is 5 trout. November 15, any hour of the day or night. Special Regulations: Only boats without motors are permitted and the area is closed to vehicular traffic. Chimney Reservoir Season is open year around any hour of the day or night. Limit is 15 gamefish of which not more than 5 may be black bass, 5 may be walleye, 2 may be white bass hybrid (wiper) and zero (0) may be tiger muskie (catch and release only). The minimum length for white bass hybrid is 15 inches total length. James Kinney Pond Season is open year around, during the hours the park is Limit is 3 game fish. open to the public. Knott Creek Reservoir including inlet and Season is open the second Saturday in June through Limit is 1 trout, minimum size 18 inches total length. outlet streams November 15, any hour of the day or night. Special Regulations: Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used. Boats must be operated at a speed that leaves a flat wake. Onion Valley Reservoir Season is open the second Saturday in June through Limit is 5 trout. November 15, any hour of the day or night.

HUMBOLDT COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: All tributaries to Summit Lake. All waters of the Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge (within Humboldt County) except Big Springs Reservoir and Dufurrena Ponds. Crowley Creek in the Montana Mountains. Eightmile Creek in the Santa Rosa Range. Donnelly Creek in the Calico Range.

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WESTERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONS (CONTINUED) AREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMIT

LYON COUNTY East Walker River Season is open year around, any hour of the day or night. Limit is 5 trout, 10 mountain whitefish and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 5 may be black bass except in that portion of the East Walker River which is from ¼ mile above the confluence of the East Walker River and Sweetwater Creek downstream to ½ mile below the confluence of the East Walker River and Red Wash Creek, which is catch and release fishing only. Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used.

Fort Churchill Cooling pond Cooperative Season is open the second Saturday in February through Limit is 15 game fish of which not more than 2 may be Management area September 30, 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after black bass and 5 may be trout. Minimum size for black sunset. bass is 14 inches total length.

Special Regulations: Fishing is prohibited from the center dike and posted areas. Wading or the use of boats and other floating devices is prohibited.

Lahontan Reservoir See Churchill County.

Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area Season is open the second Saturday in February through Limit is 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not September 30, any hour of the day or night on the fol- more than 2 may be black bass. Minimum size for black lowing waters: Bass, Crappie, North Pond, Beaver Slough bass is 14 inches total length.” and that portion of the Walker River within the Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area.

Hinkson Slough Same season as above. Limit is 2 trout and 15 warmwater gamefish of which not more than 2 may be black bass. Minimum size for trout is 16 inches total length. Minimum size for black bass is 14 inches total length.

Special Regulations: Artificial lures only (see page 37).

Eastside Waterfowl Series Ponds Season is open Aug. 16 through Sept. 30, any hour of the Limit is 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not day or night. more than 2 may be black bass. Minimum size for black bass is 14 inches total length.

Kuenzli Pond, Hatchery Outpond 1, Hatch- Season is open on the first Saturday in May, from 8 a.m. Limit is 3 game fish of which not more than 1 may be ery Outpond 2 and Hatchery Outpond 3 to sunset. black bass.

Note: These ponds are open for one day only.

Mountain View Park Pond Season is open year around when park is open to public. Limit is 3 game fish.

LYON COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: All waters within the Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area except for those listed above.

MINERAL COUNTY Rose Creek Reservoir Season open year around, any hour of the day or night. Limit is 3 game fish.

MINERAL COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Rose Creek Confluence from the diversion pipe downstream to Walker Lake and Walker Lake within a 100-yard radius of the inflow.

PERSHING COUNTY Rye Patch Reservoir and Humboldt River Season open year around, any hour of the day or night. Limit is 25 game fish of which not more than 5 may be trout, 5 may be walleye, 5 may be black bass and 2 may be white bass or white bass hybrids over 15 inches total length or longer. White bass or white bass hybrids under 15 inches total length may be included in the 25 game fish limit.

STOREY COUNTY Truckee River Season open year around, any hour of the day or night, Limit is 3 game fish except in that portion 1,000 feet except in that portion from Derby Dam downstream downstream of Derby Dam to the boundary of the 1,000 feet, which is closed to fishing. Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation, only 3 game fish of which zero (0) may be trout (catch and release only) from February 1 through May 31.

Special Regulations: In that portion 1,000 feet downstream of Derby Dam to the boundary of the Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used from February 1 through May 31. Three (3) trout may be taken as part of limit from June 1 through Jan. 31 of the following year.

STOREY COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Five Mile Reservoir, and the Truckee River from Derby Dam downstream 1,000 feet.

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WESTERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONS (CONTINUED) AREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMIT

WASHOE COUNTY Catnip Reservoir, tributaries and outlet Season open the second Saturday in June through Limit 1 trout stream November 15, any hour of the day or night. Special Regulations: Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used. Hobart Reservoir and tributarie and Season open May 1 through September 30, 1 hour Limit is 5 trout, only one of which is longer than 14 Franktown Creek downstream from Hobart before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset. inches. Reservoir to Red House Special Regulations: Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used. Lake Tahoe and Tributaries See Carson City. Marlette Lake, tributaries and outlet stream See Carson City. Truckee River Season open year around, any hour of the day or night, Limit is 3 game fish except in that portion 1,000 feet except in that portion from Derby Dam downstream downstream of Derby Dam to the boundary of the 1,000 feet, which is closed to fishing. Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation, only 3 game fish of which zero (0) may be trout (catch and release only) from February 1 through May 31. Special Regulations: In that portion 1,000 feet downstream of Derby Dam to the boundary of the Pyramid Lake Indian Reservation only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used from February 1 through May 31. Three (3) trout may be taken as part of limit from June 1 through Jan. 31. Washoe County Urban Ponds: Sparks Season is open year around, during public park hours. Limit is 3 game fish. Marina, Davis Creek Park Pond, Marilyn’s Pond, Paradise Pond, Virginia Lake, Idlewild Ponds, Rancho San Rafael Pond, Wilson Common and Verdi Pond Washoe Lake Season open year around, any hour of the day or night. Limit is 10 game fish of which not more than 5 may be catfish. Special Regulations: Scripps Wildlife Management Area is closed to trespass February 15 through August 15.

WASHOE COUNTY CLOSED WATERS: Third Creek and its tributaries from Lake Tahoe to the Mt. Rose Highway No. 431. Incline Creek and its tributaries from Lake Tahoe to Ski Way and the Mt. Rose Highway No. 431. Wood Creek from Lake Tahoe to the Mt. Rose Highway No. 431. Lake Tahoe within a 200-yard radius of the mouths of Third, Incline and Wood Creeks. A 500-yard radius from Sand Harbor boat ramp. Truckee River from Derby Dam downstream 1,000 feet.

HEALTH ADVISORY INTERSTATE

The Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health has issued health advisories WATERS FISHING that recommend limiting consumption of fish species from seven Northern Nevada AND LICENSE waters, due to elevated methylmercury levels. INFORMATION In the Western Region the health advisories recommend no consumption of any fish from the Carson River from Dayton to Lahontan Dam and all waters in For information on fishing on interstate Lahontan Valley. No consumption of white bass from Little and Big Washoe Lakes; waters and license requirements: Lake no consumption of wipers and walleye and no more than one eight-ounce meal per Tahoe and Topaz Lake, see pages 48 week of any other fish from Rye Patch Reservoir and no consumption of walleye and 49. Lake Mead, Lake Mohave and from Chimney Dam Reservoir. For more information, go to www.ndow.org. the Colorado River, see page 47.

ATTENTION ANGLERS - MASON VALLEY WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA Grass Carp The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) has stocked STERILE GRASS CARP in the Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area. Grass carp are beneficial in controlling the aquatic vegetation, thereby enhancing habitat for sportfish populations. Their behavior is very different from common carp, which can be destructive to sport fisheries. NDOW asks anglers that catch grass carp to please return them to the water unharmed. Images to the right help identify the differences between the two. Common Carp

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WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA REGULATIONS

AREA BODIES OF WATER SEASON RESTRICTIONS USE OF VESSELS CAMPING & USE OF CAMPFIRES Bruneau River WMA Bruneau River N/A N/A Camping & campfires are permitted. (Elko Co.) Camping is not permitted in any build- ing or other structure located within the WMA. Key Pittman WMA Nesbitt Lake Access restricted from Feb. Flat wake restriction in effect. Camping & campfires not permitted. (Lincoln Co.) 15 through Aug. 15 in the portion of Nesbitt Lake north of the buoy line. Kirch WMA Dacey Reservoir, Tule Access restricted from Feb. Flat wake restriction in effect. Vessels Camping & campfires only permitted (Nye Co.) Reservoir, Cold Springs 15 through Aug. 15 in the may not exceed 5 nautical miles per within the David Deacon Campground. Reservoir, Haymeadow upper portion of Adams- hour. Reservoir, and Adams- McGill, Cold Springs, Dacey Only vessels without motors may be McGill Reservoir and Haymeadow reservoirs, used on the Dacey Reservoir from and all of the Tule Reservoir. Feb. 15 through August 15. Flat wake restriction in effect all other dates. Mason Valley WMA Hinkson Slough, North Season is open the sec- Flat wake restriction in effect. Camping & campfires only permitted (Lyon Co.) Pond, Bass Pond, Beaver ond Saturday in February in those sites designated for camping. Slough, Crappie Pond, through September 30. Walker River Mason Valley WMA Eastside Waterfowl Series Access restricted from Feb. All vessels are prohibited from Feb. 15 Camping & campfires only permitted (Lyon Co.) Ponds 15 through Aug. 15. Fishing through Aug. 15 each year. Flat wake in those sites designated for camping. season is open Aug. 16 restriction in effect. through Sept. 30. Overton WMA Lake Mead, Honeybee Pond, Access restricted from Vessels are prohibited on all ponds. Camping & campfires only permitted (Clark Co.) Center Pond March 1 through Aug. 1 Vessels are allowed on the portion within the rest and trails areas. on Honeybee Pond and of the area inundated by Lake Mead, Center Pond. except that on Overton Hunt Days, vessels may be used only by persons authorized to hunt waterfowl. Steptoe Valley WMA Comins Lake N/A Waterskiing authorized between 11 Camping & campfires not permitted. (White Pine Co.) a.m. and sunset. During other hours flat wake restriction in effect.

WILDLIFE LITTERING (NAC 504.155) The Department may deny further use of a WMA MANAGEMENT to any person who abuses or litters the area. AREA Wildlife Management Areas (WMA) are man- LAUGHLIN AREA aged specifically for their wildlife values. Fishing The following activities are prohibited within is provided on some of the areas and anglers are the Laughlin boating and fishermen’s access subject to the following regulations. area in Clark County:

VEHICULAR TRAVEL • Camping in any type of motor vehicle or (NAC 504.115) recreational vehicle; Vehicular travel within a WMA may be controlled • Erecting a tent or structure for the purpose so as to not impact area management and for safe of sleeping or living in it; and beneficial use of the area by both the public • Parking any type of motor vehicle or rec- and the wildlife. Within a Wildlife Management reational vehicle or otherwise blocking or Area, it is prohibited to operate a motor vehicle restricting the access of a person or vessel, off an interior road or trail that is designated for to the boat ramp; vehicular travel; or on an interior road or trail that • Parking a bus hired to carry passengers or a is marked as closed to vehicular travel. semi-trailer anywhere within the access area; • Parking a motor vehicle in the access area REMOVAL (NAC 504.110) in a location other than a designated park- Persons may be removed from a WMA for disor- ing space; or derly conduct, intoxication or any other conduct • Being under the influence of a controlled which endangers the area, other persons, or substance or an intoxicating liquor, or con- Steptoe Creek within the Steptoe Valley Wildlife wildlife and livestock. suming an intoxicating liquor. Management Area

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BOATING SAFETY F O L L O W T H E CRITICAL B O A T I N G EQUIPMENT SAFETY SEVEN If you remember nothing else about boating rules, remember theBoating Safety Seven. Boating can be a fun DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT! activity for the entire family, but you should go boating with safety in LIFE JACKETS FIRE EXTINGUISHER mind to make sure your great day on One correctly sized life jacket is required by law Most boats that use gasoline must carry one, the water doesn’t turn sour. NDOW for each person on board. Children under the and it must be charged. Larger boats need two reminds you to have a good time, and age of 13-years-old must wear it. or even three fire extinguishers. be safe...it just makes sense. TYPE IV FLOTATION AID MUFFLING DEVICE 1. Wear your life jacket Any boat 16 feet or longer must carry a type Every boat must be properly muffled. IV throwable cushion or ring. 2. Take a boating education course WATER SKI AND DIVE FLAGS If you ski or dive you need to display the ap- 3. Carry all your required safety gear propriate signal flag. 4. Know your boat and its limitations SOUND PRODUCING DEVICE 5. Follow the boating “rules of All boats must carry a horn, whistle or other the road” sound producing device. 6. Be aware of weather and water conditions ANCHOR If the boat breaks down, an anchor is essential 7. Boat sober and be considerate for protecting yourself and your boat, although of other boaters not legally required. SAFETY VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS Though not required, signal flares and flags can attract attention if the need arises. 7

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NEVADA BOATING (g) The swimming area of the Zephyr Cove Marina; (h) The swimming area of Crystal Shores REGULATIONS West; and (i) The swimming and beach area adjacent to Nevada Beach described in 33CFR The following information provides a summary of some of the boating laws and regulations for 162.215. Nevada anglers who use boats. Safe boating in Nevada starts with knowing Nevada’s boating 4. At the dam and swim beach at the state regulations. All boats in Nevada are required to carry safety equipment appropriate to the type recreation area in Rye Patch Reservoir; and size of vessel used, and every boater should know and practice safe boating, including 5. At Lahontan Reservoir Dam; learning the rules of the road. To learn more about boating in Nevada, contact NDOW and 6. At South Fork Reservoir Dam; request a Nevada Boater’s Handbook or visit Nevada’s safe boating website: www.ndow.org. 7. At Wildhorse Reservoir Dam; 8. At Eagle Valley Dam at Spring Valley State Park; 9. At Chimney Reservoir Dam in Humboldt REDUCED SPEED Bay in Douglas County; Sand Harbor, County; Incline Village General Improvement 10. At the county swim beach at Topaz Lake; and AREAS District Boat Ramp and Crystal Shores 11. At the swimming area and dive area at Sparks 1. On the following waters, a vessel must be West in Washoe County Marina Park. operated at a speed that leaves a flat wake, (e) Washoe Lake State Park Boat Ramps (Refer to NAC 488.465) but in no case may a vessel be operated at a in Washoe County speed in excess of 5 nautical miles per hour: (f) Walker Lake State Recreation Area and (a) Bassett Lake in White Pine County Sportsmen’s Beach in Mineral County BOATING (b) Cave Lake in White Pine County (g) Lahontan Reservoir, Churchill Beach, (c) Knott Creek Reservoir in Humboldt and North Shore Marina in Churchill RESTRICTIONS County County; Silver Springs Beach in Lyon (d) Jakes Creek Reservoir in Elko County County IN WILDLIFE (e) Onion Valley Reservoir in Humboldt (h) Rye Patch Reservoir, Rye Patch Dam County Access in Pershing County MANAGEMENT (f) Wayne E. Kirch Wildlife Management (i) Topaz Lake boat ramps in Douglas Area in Nye County County AREAS (g) The lagoon south of Laughlin in Clark (j) Colorado River, adjacent to Harrah’s (See page 52 for table of restrictions.) County within Section 33, T 32 S. R. Casino in Laughlin in Clark County; and 66E. M.D.B.&M., as marked with signs (k) Big Bend of the Colorado River State 1. Except as otherwise provided in this section, or buoys, or both Recreation Area in the lagoon used use of vessels is restricted in the following (h) Likes Lake in Churchill County for launching boats in Clark County Wildlife Management Areas: (i) The Pitt-Taylor Arm of Rye Patch Reservoir (Refer to NAC 488.455) (a) In the Overton Wildlife Management in Pershing County Area, located in Clark County, vessels (j) Illipah Reservoir in White Pine County are prohibited on all ponds. Vessels (k) Mason Valley Wildlife Management BOATING are allowed on the portion of the area Area in Lyon County inundated by Lake Mead, except that (l) Upper Wall Canyon Reservoir in Wash- PROHIBITED AREAS on Overton Hunt Days, vessels may oe County Vessels are prohibited in areas which are desig- be used only by persons authorized (m) Echo Canyon Reservoir in Lincoln nated by signs or buoys as follows: to hunt waterfowl; County (b) In the Humboldt Wildlife Management (n) Silver Creek Reservoir in White Pine 1. Within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, located in Churchill and Pershing County; and Area; Counties: (o) Key Pittman Wildlife Management Area 2. On the Colorado River: (1) All vessels are prohibited on the in Lincoln County (a) Below Davis Dam; and ponds in the Humboldt and Tou- (p) Colorado River, the backwater south of (b) The swimming area of Harrah’s Casino lon Sink areas 5 days before the Big Bend of the Colorado State Recre- in Laughlin; opening day of the waterfowl ation Area within sec. 5, T. 33 S., R. 66 3. On Lake Tahoe at: season. E., M.D.B. & M., as marked with signs (a) The main beaches at Sand Harbor and (2) Airboats are prohibited on the or buoys, or both Divers’ Cove within Lake Tahoe State Humboldt Sink until 1 hour after (q) Jiggs Reservoir Park; the legal shooting time on the 2. All boat harbors and other areas designated (b) The swimming area of the Incline Vil- opening day of the waterfowl by buoys on any of the following waters are lage General Improvement District and season. zones in which a vessel must be operated Burnt Cedar Beach; (3) Airboats are prohibited on the at a speed that leaves a flat wake, but in no (c) The swimming area of Galilee at the Toulon portion of the area during case may a vessel be operated at a speed in Episcopal Camp and Conference Cen- the waterfowl season. excess of 5 nautical miles per hour: ter; (c) In the Mason Valley Wildlife Manage- (a) Lake Mead National Recreation Area (d) The swimming area of the Lakeridge ment Area, located in Lyon County, all in Clark County General Improvement District; vessels are prohibited from February (b) South Fork Reservoir in Elko County (e) The swimming area of the Glenbrook 15 through August 15 of each year, (c) Wildhorse Reservoir in Elko County Homeowner’s Association; except on: (d) Lake Tahoe, Zephyr Cove, Cave Rock, (f) The swimming area of the Hyatt Re- (1) Hinkson Slough; Round Hill Pines Beach and Glenbrook gency Lake Tahoe; (2) Bass Pond;

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(3) Crappie Pond; (4) Beaver Slough; (5) The Walker River; and FEDERAL BOATING REGULATIONS (6) North Pond. (d) In the Fort Churchill Cooling Pond Co- Informational Note:The following areas are subject to Federal Regulations in operative Wildlife Management Area, addition to the general provisions of the Nevada Boat Act, which include rules all vessels and floating devices, except for registration, equipment, and operation. Please contact refuge managers for for vessels used by employees of NV descriptions of restricted zones and/or motor and speed regulations prior to your Energy in the performance of their offi- visit. Regulations are subject to change. cial duties, are prohibited on the pond. (e) In the Wayne E. Kirch Wildlife Manage- Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge ment Area, only vessels without mo- Phone: (775) 725-3417 tors may be used on Dacey Reservoir from February 15 through August 15 Boats without motors (except electric motors) are permitted on the Upper Lake, of each year. Middle Ponds, and Lower Lake. 2. The provisions of subsection 1 do not apply The North Marsh is closed to boating, including float tubes. to vessels owned, operated and used for of- ficial purposes by the Department. Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge 3. For the purposes of this section, a vessel is Phone: (775) 779-2237 being used if the vessel: (a) is upon the waters of this state, including, without limitation, if • North of Brown Dike it is tied or fastened to a dock, mooring or No boats permitted. Float tubes permitted in Unit 21 as posted. shore; and (b) is not aground on the shore. • South of Brown Dike (South Marsh) (Refer to NAC 488.467) »» January 1 through June 14: Boats prohibited. Float tubes permitted at Main Boat Landing, as posted; at Narciss Boat Landing, as posted; and at mouth of AREAS LIMITED TO Collection Ditch at west end of Brown Dike, as posted. »» June 15 through July 31: ONLY motorless boats, float tubes and boats with BOATS WITHOUT electric motors are permitted. Boats with gas motors prohibited. »» August 1 through December 31: Motorless boats, float tubes and boats MOTORS AND propelled by motors with 10 h.p. or less are permitted. BOATS WITH Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge ELECTRIC MOTORS Phone: (775) 941-0199 1. Only vessels without motors are permitted Big Springs Reservoir, Dufurrena Ponds and Catnip Reservoir: Anglers may bank on the following waters: fish, fish by wading, or use nonmotorized boats, boats with electric motors, float Waters County tubes and similar flotation devices only. (a) Angel Lake...... Elko (b) Blue Lakes...... Humboldt Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge (c) Marlette Lake ...... Washoe Phone: (775) 423-5128 2. Only vessels without motors and vessels Special boating regulations are now in effect at Stillwater NWR. Contact refuge which are powered by electric motors are manager before operating a boat in this area. Fishing is not allowed. permitted on the following waters: (a) Groves Lake in Lander County (b) Sparks Marina Park in Washoe County (c) The Lagoon South of Laughlin within section 33, T. 32 S., R66 E., M.D.B. & M., as marked with signs or buoys, or both in Clark County. (d) Spooner Lake in Douglas County (Refer to NAC 488.470)

2019-2020 NEVADA FISHING GUIDE CLEAN, DRAIN AND DRY! HELP PROTECT NEVADA’S WATERS Stop the spread of aquatic hitchhikers! Clean, Drain and Dry your:

Waders Buckets Fishing Gear Boats Canoes/Kayaks Fishing Poles

If it gets wet, it could harbor Aquatic Invasive Species.

KNOWN NEVADA INVADERS

Quagga Mussels Eurasian Watermilfoil New Zealand Mudsnail NorthernPike

INSPECT AND DECONTAMINATE YOUR WATERCRAFT AND EQUIPMENT Here are some methods to minimize your chances of accidentally transporting invasive species. By following these steps you can help protect your valuable fishing and boating resources for the future: • CLEAN Remove all mud, plants and animals from every part of your boat, trailer and equipment. • DRAIN Before you leave the recreation area, eliminate all water from your boat, including its live-wells, ballast, hull and engine-cooling water. Remove all drain plugs and leave passages open before transporting your boat away from any waterbody. • DRY Allow time for your boat to completely dry before you launch in any other waters. This amount of time may vary depending on humidity and temperature. In the summer, your dry time should be at least seven days.

NOTE: When transferring your watercraft from one water to another or across state borders, you may be required to have your watercraft inspected or decontaminated. For additional information, visit www.100thmeridian.org or visit the wildlife/fish and game website of your destination state. • NEVER release plants, fish or animals into a body of water unless they came out of that body of water. NATIVE FISH SLAM ENTRY FORM 57

Name of Angler NV Client # and/or Date of Birth Mailing Address City State Zip Code Telephone Email Address

COMPLETE INFORMATION BELOW FOR SPECIES CAUGHT

Bonneville Cutthroat Trout Water where caught County where caught Date caught

Bull Trout Water where caught County where caught Date caught

Lahontan Cutthroat Trout Water where caught County where caught Date caught

Mountain Whitefish Water where caught County where caught Date caught

Redband Trout Water where caught County where caught Date caught

Yellowstone Cutthroat Trout Water where caught County where caught Date caught

FOR A NATIVE SPORT FISH TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THE NATIVE FISH-SLAM PROGRAM THE FOLLOWING MUST APPLY:

1. Fish must be taken legally from Nevada waters. Review current regulations regarding harvest of fish. 2. A photograph must be provided of the angler posing with the fish at the water where caught. (All photos submitted are then the property of NDOW and may be used in NDOW publications.) 3. There is no time limit for completing the Native Fish-Slam Program,but an entry form must be submitted within 60 days of a fish being caught (NDOW will maintain angler records). 4. No weight or length measurements are required to enter this program. 5. A certificate and custom hat will be awarded once all species of fish have been entered. 6. As of March 1, 2018, an angler may complete additional, consecutive Native Fish-Slams; however, fish for a succeeding slam cannot be caught and entered within one month after the preceding slam is finished and awarded. The same rules apply for entering into subsequent Native Fish-Slams. Only a certificate will be awarded for additional Native Fish-Slams. 7. Anglers are also encouraged to submit fish into the Nevada Trophy Fish Program if it meets the minimum weight qualification. (A separate Nevada Trophy Fish entry form must be completed.) 8. NDOW has the right to accept/reject/disqualify any entry form submitted. All decisions made by the NDOW Trophy Fish Committee (Fisheries Chief, Regional Fisheries Supervisor, and Staff Sport Fish Coordinator) are final. MAIL ENTRIES AND PHOTOS TO: Fisheries Division Nevada Department of Wildlife 6980 Sierra Center Parkway, Suite 120 Reno, NV 89511

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NEVADA TROPHY FISH ENTRY FORM (2019)

Kind of fish caught Date caught

Weight lbs. oz. Length (total) inches Girth inches

Water where caught in County, Nevada

Specific Location(cove name, mountain range for streams)

Specific Location where fish was weighed

Type of Tackle Lure or bait

Name of Angler Age

Mailing Address

City State Zip Code

Telephone E-mail Address

Measurements witnessed by:

1. Name Address

2. Name Address

ENTER YOUR FISH - IT MAY BE A TROPHY

The following minimum weight qualifications are established for the various species of fish in the Nevada Trophy Fish Program. Each entry which meets the minimum qualifications will receive a Trophy Fish Certificate.

1. Largemouth Bass ��5 lbs. For a fish to be considered in the Nevada Trophy 2. Smallmouth Bass ��3 lbs. Fish Program the following must apply: 3. Spotted Bass ��2 lbs. 4. Striped Bass �� 20 lbs. 1. Fish must be taken legally from Nevada waters. 5. White Bass ��2 lbs. 2. Weight is to be taken of whole fish before freezing. 6. Carp �� 15 lbs. 3. Length is to be measured from tip of nose to tip of tail. 7. Bullhead Catfish ��1 lb. 4. Measurements must be witnessed by two other persons, at least one 8. Channel Catfish �� 10 lbs. of whom must not be a relative of angler entering contest. 9. White Catfish ��4 lbs. 5. Angler must provide positive means of identifying the species of fish 10. Black Crappie ��2 lbs. and include an adequate photograph.* 11. White Crappie ��2 lbs. 6. Entry must be made within calendar year of date caught to be included 12. Sacramento Perch ��2 lbs. in that year’s contest. 13. Yellow Perch ��0.5 lb. 7. If the fish being entered is a possible Nevada State Record, the fish 14. Kokanee Salmon ��2 lbs. must be weighed on a scale which has been certified as accurate. 15. Bluegill Sunfish ��1 lb. The fish must also be witnessed by a Nevada Department of Wildlife 16. Green Sunfish ��0.5 lb. employee. 17. Pumpkinseed Sunfish ��0.5 lb. 8. An entry form must be submitted within 60 days of the fish being 18. Redear Sunfish ��0.5 lb. caught. To be considered for the Trophy Fish Book, all entries must 19. Brook Trout ��2 lbs. be submitted by Jan. 31. 20. Brown Trout ��5 lbs. 21. Cutthroat Trout �� 10 lbs. * All photos and stories submitted may be used in NDOW publications 22. Bull Trout ��0.5 lb. and on the agency website unless otherwise requested. 23. Mackinaw Trout �� 10 lbs. 24. Rainbow Trout ��5 lbs. 25. Rainbow/Cutthroat Hybrid Trout �� 10 lbs. Mail entries and photos to: 26. Tiger Trout ��2 lbs. Fisheries Division 27. Walleye ��6 lbs. Nevada Department of Wildlife 28. Mt. Whitefish ��1 lb. 6980 Sierra Center Parkway, Suite 120 29. Wiper (White/Striped Bass Hybrid) ��5 lbs. Reno, NV 89511

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STATE RECORD FISH OF NEVADA

SPECIES WEIGHT LENGTH NAME OF WATER NEVADA RECORD DATE WORLD HOLDER CAUGHT RECORD

COMMON NAME LBS OZS INCHES LAKE OR STREAM ANGLER NAME M/D/Y ALL TACKLE

Bass, Largemouth 12 0 26 Lake Mead Michael R. Geary 3/8/1999 22 lbs 4 oz Bass, Smallmouth 8 11 21.5 Sheep Creek Reservoir Curtis Ockerman 5/31/2010 11 lbs 15 oz Bass, Spotted 4 6 19.75 Sparks Marina Dante Ray 4/19/2013 11 lbs 4 oz Bass, Striped 63 0 49 Lake Mohave Allan S. Cole 3/15/2001 69 lbs 9 oz Bass, White 4 0 19 Lahontan Reservoir Greg Ackerman 5/13/1984 6 lbs 13 oz Carp 34 10 37.75 Truckee River Justin Edland 5/3/2005 75 lbs 11 oz Catfish, Bullhead 6 11 21.5 Lida Junction Pond Wayne B. Logan 6/29/2004 8 lbs 2 oz Catfish, Channel 32 7 35.5 South Fork Reservoir Scott Barrett 6/27/2011 58 lbs 0 oz Catfish, White 17 4 31.75 Lahontan Reservoir Corey Ryan 6/26/2008 19 lbs 5 oz Catfish, White 17 4 33.2 Humboldt River Jose Mendoza 9/17/2005 19 lbs 5 oz Crappie, Black 3 5 16.5 Weber Reservoir Lake A. Pressey 4/21/2017 5 lbs 7 oz Crappie, White 3 1 16.1 Rye Patch Reservoir David Lorain 6/17/2006 5 lbs 3 oz Grayling, Arctic 0 15 13.75 Desert Creek George Delich 7/1/1978 5 lbs 15 oz Muskie, Tiger 17 10 39.75 Barth Pit Jason A. Edgar 5/2/2002 51 lbs 3 oz Perch, Sacramento 4 9 17 Pyramid Lake John Battcher 7/18/1971 3 lbs 3 oz Perch, Yellow 1 8 13.3 Dufurrena Ponds Warren Todd Goodale 5/23/1987 4 lbs 3 oz Salmon, Kokanee 4 13 25.7 Lake Tahoe Dick Bournique 7/31/1973 9 lbs 10 oz Salmon, Silver 8 12 28.5 Lake Mead William Musso 5/9/1974 33 lbs 4 oz Salmon, Silver 8 12 30.3 Lake Mead Charles W. Caskey 10/25/1974 33 lbs 4 oz Sunfish, Bluegill 3 10 15.25 Colorado River Mike Tahash 9/14/2010 4 lbs 12 oz Sunfish, Green 1 13 12.75 Battle Mtn. H.S. Pond Keegan Quintana 6/23/2010 2 lbs 2 oz Sunfish, Pumpkinseed 0 15 10.13 Peavine Ponds Dante Ray 8/2/2009 1 lb 8 oz Sunfish, Redear 2 5 13.75 Colorado River Bill Condon 6/26/2004 5 lbs 12 oz Trout, Brook 5 10 22.8 Bull Run Reservoir Richard Baker 7/19/1980 14 lbs 8 oz Trout, Brown 27 5 33 Cave Lake Dennis Mangum 12/9/1984 42 lbs 1 oz Trout, Bull 4 6 22 Jarbidge River, WF Rex Shelburne 7/9/1985 32 lbs 0 oz Trout, Cutthroat 24 12 33.5 Pyramid Lake Tim Bayles 2/27/2005 41 lbs 0 oz * Trout, Golden 0 15 14.5 Hidden Lakes Don Capps 8/31/1969 11 lbs 0 oz Trout, Mackinaw 37 6 44 Lake Tahoe Robert Aronsen 6/21/1974 72 lbs 0 oz Trout, Rainbow 16 8 30.5 Ruby Lake NWR Mike Mott 2/10/2011 48 lbs 0 oz Trout, Rainbow x Cutthroat 24 10 36 Pyramid Lake Lloyd Lowery 4/3/1976 34 lbs 11 oz Trout, Tiger 15 9 28 Ruby Lake NWR Joe Elegante 3/20/2011 20 lbs 13 oz Walleye 15 4 33 Lahontan Reservoir Billy Foster 4/10/1998 25 lbs 0 oz Whitefish, Mountain 3 9 18.5 Truckee River Kirill Solovykh 9/11/2011 5 lbs 8 oz Wiper, White x Striped Bass 25 9 33 Lahontan Reservoir Adam Truran 6/6/2009 27 lbs 5 oz

NOTE: These records are officially recognized by the Nevada Department of Wildlife as state records established from the year 1968, the first year of the Nevada Trophy Fish Program through December 2018. These records include fish taken in interstate waters including Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake, Lake Mead, Lake Mohave and the Colorado River. It is recognized that some species of fish of larger size have been caught from Nevada waters prior to 1968. World Record data was obtained from the International Game Fish Association's World Record Game Fishes 2018 edition. * The recognized world record Cutthroat trout of 41 pounds was caught from Pyramid Lake in 1925.

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