Very small dry flies have also been effective on these warmer afternoons

Ruby Lake NWR - Elko, NV (Elko County)


by Nevada Department of Wildlife
4-23-2022
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Harrison Pass was dry and open for driving to the marsh this week.  With the recent snow anglers should still be able to cross the pass, but have good snow tires and four wheel drive may be needed for a few days.  Not much has changed as far as fishing conditions as fishing has been fair to good for 13 to 18-inch fish depending upon the day and location on the ditch.  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 fished under an indicator are recommended.  Very small dry flies have also been effective on these warmer afternoons.  Size 16 to 20 elk hair caddis, blue winged olives, ants and Griffith’s gnats should all be effective. Spin anglers should be using small spinners in black or olive with contrasting yellow or red colors.