Surface water temps are in the high 40s to low 50s

South Fork Reservoir - Elko, NV (Elko County)


by Nevada Department of Wildlife
3-27-2026
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Surface water temps are in the high 40s to low 50s. Rainbow trout were stocked 3/27/26.  Anglers are seeing plenty of trout action near the dam. Mid-morning through early afternoon is best for trout fishing, with reports of fish up to 5 lbs. Focus on the shallows where the trout will be cruising the warmer waters for insects. Balanced leeches, woolly buggers and midges are the go-to flies for fly anglers. Orange PowerBait or worms floated off the bottom are working for spin casters. Bass and catfish fishing will remain slow until warmer weather persists.





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