Wild Horse Reservoir Fish Report - Owyhee, NV (Elko County)

As of 3/24 park officials are reporting thawing conditions at the reservoir

Wild Horse Reservoir - Owyhee, NV (Elko County)

by Nevada Department of Wildlife
3-28-2025
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As of 3/24 park officials are reporting thawing conditions at the reservoir. The edges are soft and muddy, and puddles are forming on the surface of remaining ice. Do not attempt to access the ice during the thaw. At this time, there is very little opportunity for open water fishing. The boat dock has not been put in yet.

During ice fishing season, trout were being caught in the 16″-22″ range, and perch were measuring 6″-10″.

Special regulations: March 1 – June 30 is catch and release only for black bass.

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Nevada Department of Wildlife Reports

for Friday, March 28th

Jakes Creek Reservoir (Boies Reservoir): The reservoir is ice free and nearly full
Jiggs Reservoir (Zunino Reservoir): Expect soft and muddy shorelines
Ruby Lake NWR: Harrison Pass is open. Fishing should be fair to good for trout
South Fork Reservoir: State Park staff has opened the main boat ramp for the season
Wilson Reservoir: There is opportunity for open water fishing from the shorelines, but expect muddy conditions at this time

Nevada Department of Wildlife Reports

for Wednesday, March 19th

Cave Lake: For the first time in nearly 6 years, Cave Lake is at capacity and spilling
Cold Creek Reservoir: Water levels are recovering since the draw down last fall
Comins Lake: Comins Lake has approximately 100 percent open water
Illipah Reservoir: Catch rates are good with anglers catching several trout per hour