Someone punched through the drift at the top of Harrison Pass, but it is still iffy to go over the pass

Ruby Lake NWR - Elko, NV (Elko County)


by Nevada Department of Wildlife
2-12-2022
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Someone punched through the drift at the top of Harrison Pass, but it is still iffy to go over the pass.  Only those vehicles with high clearance and good tires should attempt it.  There are still some drifts on the west side of the pass that could cause some problems.  Carry chains and a shovel.  It is still advised to use Secret Pass.  The roads in Ruby Valley are in good condition. With the warmer weather there is plenty of open water in the collection ditch for fishing.  Fishing has been fair for 13 to 16 inch fish depending upon the day and location on the ditch.  A few in the 20 + inch range are occasionally reported.   With the cold-water conditions fish deeper areas and springheads where the water is a bit warmer. Chironomid patterns such as zebra midges, Yankee buzzers, chromies and ice cream cones should work. Other flies such as Leech patterns, balanced leeches, crystal buggers, #14-16 hare’s ears, and #16-18 PT nymphs and chironomids under an indicator are recommended.  Egg patterns can be effective this time of year here.  Spin anglers should be using small spinners in black or olive with contrasting yellow or red colors.  There is approximately three inches of unsafe gray porous ice at the boat ramp.  Not worth going on especially with all the springs there will be weak spots.