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C O N T E N T SLicenses, Permits and Fees �� 4Bonneville Cutthroat Trout Restoration Success �� 8Fishing the Reese River ��10Footballs are Back ��12Good Winter Fishing Without the Ice �� 14Fishing Western Nevada’s Four Seasons ��16Fishing Hunter Creek ��18Selected Game Fish of Nevada ��20Regional Fish Stocking Reports ��22Fishable Waters Maps ��24

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Statewide Regulations ��36Reglas de Pesca ��38Accessible (ADA) Fishing in Nevada �� 41Eastern ��42Southern ��46Western ��48

Wildlife Management Area Regulations ��52Boating Regulations ��54Nevada “Native Fish Slam” Entry Form ��57Trophy Fish Entry ��58Record Fish of Nevada ��59Look Who Got Online and Got Outside ��60

S T A T E O F N E V A D ASteve Sisolak, Governor

S T A T E B O A R D O F W I L D L I F E C O M M I S S I O N E R SBrad Johnston, ChairmanPaul E. Valentine, Vice ChairmanJon Almberg, Thomas Barnes, Tiffany East, Kerstan Hubbs, David McNinch, Tommy Caviglia, and Casey D. Kiel

N E V A D A D E P A R T M E N T O F W I L D L I F ETony Wasley, DirectorJon Sjӧberg, Fisheries Division ChiefChris Vasey, Conservation Education Division ChiefTyler Turnipseed, Law Enforcement Division ChiefElizabeth Kenna, Publications Coordinator

O N T H E C O V E R :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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D I RE C TOR’S

M E S S A G EDear 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 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-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 included in the purchase of licenses and no longer exist.

Anywhere you can get a cell signal or a Wi-Fi signal you can use your cell phone, tablet or other mobile device to Get Online and Get Outside through Nevada’s new licensing system (www.ndowlicensing.com).

Just as I do every year, as you read this year’s Fishing Guide I want to encourage you to explore all Nevada has to offer. Although Nevada is frequently referenced as the driest state in the country, I want everyone to know that Nevada is home to over 200 lakes and reservoirs and more than 600 streams and rivers that combine to provide nearly 400,000 surface acres of sport fishing.

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 waters consist of man-made reservoirs that vary in size from one acre to the 115-mile-long Lake Mead. A good portion of beautiful Lake Tahoe is also within Nevada. Most of Nevada’s reservoirs can be reached by road but many of the 600 streams that crisscross the state can only be reached hiking trails.

This publication is meant as a reference for any questions you might have regarding fishing the Silver State. If you can’t find something in this magazine, check us out on our website at ndow.org or contact any of our offices. We are here to make sure you enjoy Nevada’s outdoors.

Sincerely,

Tony WasleyDirector, Nevada Department of Wildlife

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This publication contains only a synopsis of the fishing laws for the state of Nevada. Complete text of the laws and regulations may be obtained by contacting the Nevada Department of Wildlife or by checking our website at www.ndow.org.

This publication receives federal funding through the Sport Fish Restoration Program as educational material. Federal Laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and sex. If you believe you have been discriminated against in any NDOW program, activity, or facility, please write to the following:DirectorNevada Department of Wildlife 6980 Sierra Center Parkway, Suite 120 Reno, NV 89511

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H O W T O U S E T H I S G U I D E1� 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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** – Hunter privileges are not valid without completing a certified hunter education course, and proper documentation has been submitted to NDOW.

RESIDENT FISHING LICENSE FEESLICENSE DESCRIPTION TOTAL VALUEFishing License Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons 18 years of age or older at the time of purchase. $40.001-Day Fishing Permit Valid until midnight of the date specified. $9.00

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NONRESIDENT COMBINATION LICENSE FEESLICENSE DESCRIPTION TOTAL VALUECombination License Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons 18 years of age and older at the time of purchase. $155.00Youth Combination License * Youth Fishing License

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NONRESIDENT FISHING LICENSE FEESLICENSE DESCRIPTION TOTAL VALUEFishing License Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase. For persons 18 years of age and older at the time of purchase. $80.00Interstate Boundary Water License

Valid for 1 year beginning the date of purchase.(To fish solely in the reciprocal waters of the Colorado River, Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, Lake Tahoe and Topaz Lake)

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QUALIFICATIONS FOR RESIDENT LICENSES, TAGS AND PERMITSA 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 main-tained his principal and permanent residence in this State; was physically present in this State, ex-cept 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 prov-ince. A person who does not maintain his principal and permanent residence in Nevada but who is 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 preceding his application to the Department for a license, tag or permit, he: was physically present in Nevada, except for temporary trips outside of the State, 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 resident license, tag or permit issued by this State is void if the person to whom it was issued establishes or maintains his principal and permanent residence in and obtains any hunting, fishing or trapping privilege or entitlement conditional on residency

from another state, country or province. Principal and permanent residence means a place where a person is legally domiciled and maintains a per-manent habitation in which he lives and to which he intends to return when he leaves the state in which the permanent habitation is located. The term does not include merely owning a residence in the state. (Refer to NRS 502.015)

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AC T I V E M E M B E R S O F T H E A R M E D FO RC E SActive members, permanently assigned to the state of Nevada and spouses and dependents, may obtain a fishing license at the same cost as Nevada residents. (Refer to NRS 502.070)

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By Joe Doucette, Eastern Region Conservation Educator

Approximately 14,000 years ago, prehistoric Lake Bonneville covered much of northern and western Utah, reaching into extreme eastern Ne-vada near Wendover and Ely. As the lake receded into what is now the Great Salt Lake and Utah Lake, streams left behind on the eastern slope of the Snake Mountain Range east of Ely became home to Bonneville cutthroat trout (BCT), one of three cutthroat trout subspecies native to Nevada. By the middle of the 20th Century, BCT had disappeared from most of its natural range in Nevada.

“In the mid-50’s there were only two intact populations of BCT, Pine Creek and Hendry’s Creek above a natural fish barrier,” says Chris Crookshanks, NDOW Native Fish Staff Biologist.

Around 1960, BCT were stocked in Goshute Creek, which is in Steptoe Valley and not part of their historic range. Goshute Creek was devoid of fish and the intent at the time was to establish a conservation population so if a catastrophic event occurred in the two creeks that still held fish, there would be a population available for restoration.

“30 years ago,” explains Heath Korell, NDOW Fisheries Biologist, “Nevada Department of Wildlife began working progressively with Utah, Idaho and Wyoming to conserve native trout populations (cutthroat) in the West.”

According to Korell, the historic range for BCT in Nevada was limited to 12 streams in the north and south Snake Range and most were devoid

of intact populations of pure BCT when the states came together to work towards native trout conservation.

NDOW began developing a BCT recovery program in the late 1980’s with the goal of re-establishing populations of native BCT into all 12 streams in the north and south Snake Range which made up the historic range for the fish in Nevada.

The first step was to identify which streams held pure populations of BCT. One of the factors in the disappearance of BCT was the introduc-tion of nonnative trout species such as brook, brown, and rainbow trout. In many cases rainbow trout interbred with the native BCT, diluting the genetics of the species. Crews spent the short summer field seasons surveying creeks to determine which held intact populations of BCT.

Genetically pure strains of BCT were found in four streams including Pine Creek, upper Hendry’s Creek, Hampton Creek (which had been stocked with Pine Creek fish) and the out of basin Goshute Creek.

The next step was to eradicate nonnative trout in the streams that didn’t hold BCT. This was done by chemically treating the streams with Rotenone, a naturally occurring compound found in the roots, seeds and stems of plants such as jicama and is widely used as both an insecticide and piscicide for killing fish. Drip stations are set up along the waterway and sprayers and sand “bombs” infused with powdered rotenone are 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 joined the effort and streams within the Park boundaries were treated and BCT were re-introduced there as well.

Korell states, “Unfortunately, there have been some setbacks. Fires have burned on Strawberry, Hampton and Goshute Creeks. The fire at 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 Creek is unknown at this time as the fire occurred late summer of 2018.”

Korell and Crookshanks say that as the riparian vegetation recovers along Strawberry Creek, remaining BCT should expand down the stream. When the riparian vegetation along Hampton recovers BCT may be re-introduced into that watershed as well.

“Overall, the Bonneville cutthroat trout restoration program is a huge success,” adds Crookshanks, “30 years ago we had just four intact populations, two of them outside of their historic range. We were able to establish intact populations of native BCT in all 12 streams within their historic range, and three streams outside of it.”

T H E P I N E C R E E K B C T T H E O R YPine Creek, on the west side of Wheeler Peak and outside of the Bonneville Basin has a BCT population whose source of fish is unknown. The accepted theory is that they got there through the Osceola Ditch that was dug by miners to bring water from the east side of the mountain to the mining district on the west side which was dry. When the ditch was abandoned and dried up, the fish were trapped on the west side in Pine and Ridge Creeks. The population of BCT in Pine Creek were then used to help stock several creeks in the basin as well as Goshute Creek which is also outside of the Bonneville Basin�

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By Joe Doucette, Eastern Region Conservation Educator

Are you looking to get away from the crowds for some quality fishing? Then the Reese River is for you. The fishable part of the Reese River, along with some of its tributaries, is in the Arc Dome Wilderness in central Nevada between Austin and Tonopah. Because it is so far from a major population center it is a very underutilized fishery.

Currently the river system holds a variety of species of trout including brown trout, brook trout, rainbow trout and Lahontan cutthroat trout (LCT) that have been hybridized with rainbow trout. It is one of the largest intact historic LCT stream habitat systems in the state of Nevada and has been identified as a key LCT recovery water by biologists working to conserve that species.

To that end the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) in partnership with the USFWS, the US Forest Service and the Yomba Indian Reserva-tion, plans to remove non-native fish and restore native LCT that once occupied the stream.

Depending upon permitting and water conditions, the upper Reese and its tributaries could be treated in mid to late summer by NDOW. As part of that plan, limits were recently lifted from the Reese River and its tributaries providing a unique opportunity for anglers to catch and keep as many fish as they want to help NDOW with the removal of non-native fish.

After the removal of non-native fish, NDOW will take LCT from exist-ing populations within the Reese River Basin and transplant them into quality spawning waters within the upper Reese River basin. Depending upon water conditions and Mother Nature, it may take several years for

the LCT to recover to fishable populations. At that time, Nevada anglers will have the unique opportunity to catch native LCT in one of the more pristine LCT streams in Nevada and take Nevada one step closer to removing Lahontan cutthroat trout as a threatened species under the Endangered Species Act.

H OW TO G E T T H E R E :From Austin, travel west on US 50 to the SR 722 turnoff (approximately two miles). Head south on SR 722 approximately six miles to the Ione/Yomba Indian Reservation turnoff. Follow this road (mixture of pave-ment and gravel) south approximately 53 miles, past the Yomba Indian Reservation to the Cow Canyon Creek Trailhead road. Follow this road another 5.5 miles to the trailhead. Once there, it is about a 1.5 mile hike on a good trail to the Reese River. Anglers may also want to pick up a map from any US Forest Service office that shows the Arc Dome Wilderness.

W H E R E TO F IS H :The entire stream within the Arc Dome Wilderness has the potential to hold quality trout, though the higher densities of trout are higher up in the system due to clean cold perennial water. The main stem of the Reese contains mostly brown and rainbow trout, though anglers may also catch brook trout and rainbow/LCT hybrids. Big Sawmill Creek and Little Jett Creek, large tributaries of the Reese, contain mostly brook trout with the occasional rainbow or LCT/rainbow hybrid.

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W H E N TO F IS H :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.

H OW TO F IS H :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.

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.

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By Chris Crookshanks, Native Aquatic Species Specialist

While unassuming to some, those who have fished Comins Lake in the past know that it is home to some of the largest, fastest-growing trophy trout in the state. “The footballs” refers to the most common description for the fish that roam the waters of the reservoir.

Seeming to appear as an oasis out of a sea of sagebrush just seven miles south of Ely, Comins Lake has had an illustrious past. The reser-voir was first stocked with the highly predatory northern pike in 1970 in an effort to control a nuisance population of non-game fish. By the mid 1980’s, the pike had decimated all fish in the reservoir and the pike population crashed. The pike were chemically eradicated using rotenone in 1989 and Comins Lake enjoyed itself as a trophy trout destination throughout the 1990’s until they were again discovered in the reservoir in 1999, this time a result of an illegal introduction. In less than a decade, the pike had again devastated the trout and bass

populations in Comins Lake that many an angler had grown to love. During the summer of 2015, an army of NDOW personnel descended

upon both Comins Lake and Bassett Lake to again eradicate the toothy predator. Bassett Lake, located 20 miles north of Ely was also home to northern pike and likely represented the origin of the most recent illegal introduction. The spring of 2016 saw trout and bass stocked into both waters for the first time in nearly a decade. In seemingly no time, the reputation of the fish Comins Lake produces has quickly been restored. Trout in the 18-20 inch and 3-pound size class were common throughout the 2018 season. In 2019, anglers can expect to see more quality and preferred size trout are being caught with some trout measuring over 25 inches and tipping the scales at 5 pounds. The largemouth bass population will see a large portion of their population 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 op-portunity 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.

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

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F I S H I N GBait fishermen should fish off the bottom with PowerBait, salmon eggs, or night crawlers with a minimal amount of weight. Spinners and spoons are popular with the casters, but a fly and a bubble produces excellent results as well. Fly fishermen should use nymph and damsel patterns in the spring and dark wooly buggers, midges, and leeches the rest of the year. For those willing to brave the elements, weighted jigs (green or yellow) seem to work best for ice fishing.

F A C I L I T I E SA primitive boat launch is available. However, plans are in the works for a modernized boat ramp and dock. There are restrooms on-site. Although, overnight camping and fires are not allowed, there are a multitude of camping and lodging choices nearby. NDOW is currently working to obtain a grant that would fund a new, modern ADA compliant boat launch facility for Comins Lake.

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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“Winter is a good time to target the bigger striped bass because they come up out of the depths and are more accessible to anglers. So, if they want to get trophy stripers winter is a good time to do it, and they’ll have a better to chance to find them at multiple spots throughout the lake,” said Brandon Senger, Southern Region supervising fisheries biologist for the Nevada Department of Wildlife.

When it comes to largemouth and smallmouth bass, “Anglers typi-cally have better luck finding the fish in deeper water during the cooler months. 45 to 60 feet is what I hear from anglers. That’s where they catch them. So if you are targeting black bass, I would look for cliffs and work around that 45- to 60-foot range,” said Senger.

For smallies Senger recommends working your baits along rocky shore areas as well as cliff faces and steep drop-offs. “Don’t go back into coves with a lot of vegetation. With largemouth bass you might have some luck, but they are probably going to be a little deeper, looking for that warmer water.”

When it comes to the bass species, anglers looking for numbers of fish may want to focus their efforts on Lake Mead, but those looking for big fish may want to put their time in on Lake Mohave. Smallmouth bass topping the 4-pound mark are not uncommon and will give you a memorable fight.

By Doug Nielsen, Southern Region Conservation Education Supervisor

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For much of the Silver State, winter fishing involves hard water, ice augers and layers of clothing to ward off the cold. And though that option is fun and exciting in its own right, there is a more comfortable alternative. All you have to do is load up your gear and pay a visit to Clark County.

In Southern Nevada, you’ll find relatively mild winter temperatures, especially when compared to those commonly experienced in the state’s more northern climes. More importantly, you also will find two of the country’s largest recreational waterways – Lake Mead and Lake Mohave.

In December and January, the average daytime temperature at Lake Mead is about 58 degrees with overnight lows hovering near 37. For Lake Mohave, you can add five degrees to those temperature readings.

Though Mead and Mohave have well-earned reputations for hosting summer boating crowds, during the winter months they are among the most underutilized waterways in the West. That means there is plenty of open water to go around with some peace and quiet to go with it.

Both reservoirs are home to three bass species – striped, largemouth and smallmouth – along with green sunfish, bluegill and catfish. Lake Mead also has a growing population of crappies that flies somewhat under the radar.

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)

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Willow Beach, located on the Arizona shoreline at the north end of Lake Mohave is known for producing striped bass weighing 30-pounds or more. While that is not a daily occurrence, it is not surprising when a lucky angler reels in something that large. If you are just looking to catch something in the double-digit realm, this might well be the place. Just be ready to put in some time. With its ultra-clear water, Willow Beach can be a tough place to catch wary stripers and will put one’s 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 the Overton Arm while you are fishing for crappies.”

If you decide to make a southern swing part of your winter fishing regimen, you and your friends can rent a fishing boat at multiple loca-tions on both reservoirs. While a boat is not an absolute necessity to fish Mead or Mohave, having one at your disposal does open the door to more fishing opportunity.

At Lakes Mead and Mohave, there is no limit for striped bass less than 20 inches total length. For stripers with a total length of 20 inches or longer, the limit is 20 fish. These generous limits help to make stripers a popular game fish.

Lake Mohave holds a good and growing population of scrappy smallmouth bass. This smallie, caught and released by Roger

Williams, is typical of the fish found in the reservoir. (Doug Nielsen)

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From our winter’s tormenting cold to the summer’s blistering heat, there’s always remove a fishing to be found in Western Nevada. As diverse as the surrounding landscapes, the gamefish of Western Nevada help provide anglers with year-round fishing opportunities. Nevada’s eastern Sierra slope offers three individual watersheds within an hour of each other, all unique in their own way. The Truckee, East Walker, and Carson Rivers begin high in the Sierras, draining east into the naturally protected valleys below. Although, we may be the driest state in the nation, our fertile desert reservoirs are well known for their trophy trout and warmwater gamefish.

As brutal winter storms pound the Northern Sierras and California, Nevada is protected by the Sierra’s crest and natural rain shadowing that occurs. The rain shadow leaves our valleys much warmer and dry, prime for winter fishing. Winter dry fly fishing on the Truckee River east of Reno can provide anglers with some of the best surface activity the state has to offer. Swarms of hatching little olive mayflies and skwala stoneflies bring even the largest trout up to feed on the surface.

When the spring snowmelt begins in the Sierras, the Truckee and Carson Rivers are susceptible to dangerously high flows. Depending

on snowpack and temperatures, runoff can extend into June following big winters. When spring flows do spike, the East Walker often remains fishable due to the highly regulated flows out of Bridgeport Reservoir. The tail-water fishery offers exceptional spring streamer fly fishing and is well known for its healthy brown trout population. The Walker River State Park offers several new amenities including improved campsites at the famous “elbow” East Walker River access.

Early spring is also an excellent time to fish many of Nevada’s high Sierra lakes as they begin to thaw. Hungry trout in late spring can be seen patrolling the shoreline of Spooner Lake at ice-out. These hold-over trout stocked the previous season are hungry and eager to eat small baits, spinners, or flies above and below the surface. Spooner Lake can remain productive until shoreline vegetation takes hold as summer approaches.

Whether you choose to embrace summer, or run from it, there’s always an option when the serious heat sets in. If you like bass by the hundreds, or truly do love the desert heat, Lahontan Reservoir is the place for you. In fact, the hotter the better. White and hybrid wiper bass can provide warm-water spin and fly fisherman with plenty of action

By Jan Nemec, Western Region Angler Education Coordinator

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If the heat isn’t your thing, there’s an oasis just above Carson City waiting for you. Hobart Reservoir rests at 7650 feet and can be quite the walk without a suitable four wheel drive vehicle. Surrounded by granite and tall pines, the special regulated water is primarily utilized as a catch and release fishery. Anglers using small spinners or flies along the shoreline are rarely unsuccessful. As summer finally starts to lose its hold, it’s time to start thinking about heading north.

Just south of the Oregon border you’ll find Onion Valley and Knott Creek Reservoirs nestled high in the Pine Forest Range. Onion Valley is far easier to access and better known for its plentiful trout populations. Tough access and picturesque fly fishing draw anglers to Knott Creek Reservoir. Whether you’re the angler seeking an adventure in solitude, or the car camping family, Nevada’s fishing is always on.

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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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Sparks (or even closer for that matter)? You wouldn’t believe it would you? Believe it.

A tightly kept secret in the greater Truckee Meadows area is the phenomenal stream fishing that is accessible to all yet almost untouched. Coming off of the eastern slope of the Carson Range are a total of 4 streams that are nothing short of a small water anglers dream. These streams, that are home to rainbow trout, brook trout, and the occasional brown or Lahontan cutthroat trout, all have maintained public access that allows for anglers to freely roam and explore these public lands.

Closest to the downtown Reno area is Hunter Creek. This stream has a main access point that is within 3 minutes of the Truckee River and Mayberry Park and has a maintained hiking trail from the access point off of Woodchuck Circle to the top of the Carson Range some 4 miles up the canyon. Wild rainbow trout can be found in good numbers and size near the bottom of the creek while higher up brook trout can be expected. The size of the fish in all of these streams is typically small but the number and constant action will make for a great day, regardless.

Located off of the Mt. Rose highway on the southern end of the Truckee Meadows is a trio of streams that individually offer enough opportunity and action to keep even beginner anglers busy for the better part of a day. Thomas Creek and Whites Creek can both be ac-cessed off of N. Timberline Drive and have Forest Service trailheads and parking areas on each. Wild brook trout as well as rainbow trout that are stocked once a year can be found in these streams with some of the best fishing holes being located near the bridges and trails not more than 40 yards from the parking area. Galena Creek offers up wild rainbow, brook, and possibly brown trout fishing all within the immediate vicinity of the Galena Creek Park (Washoe County). Access is allowed though the park and the stream itself is the very definition of a high mountain stream, being characterized by cold water, large granite boulders, and hungry fish.

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Bullhead(Ameiurus melas)No scales. Tail only slightly forked, with rounded lobes. Adults are blackish, dark olive or dark brown. Belly is yellow, greenish-white, or white. Chin barbels are entirely black. The pectoral fin spine is smooth. Found in farm ponds and reservoirs throughout Nevada.

Green Sunfish(Lepomis cyanellus)Each scale is flecked with yellow or emerald green. Back and sides olive-green, and lower belly yellowish-copper or brassy. Body is short, stocky, and deeply compressed from side to side. The gill cover has a broad, light margin, and it often has a black spot on the rear flap. The gill cover bone is stiff all the way to the margin which is different from most other sunfish.

Bull Trout(Salvelinus confluentus)The bull trout is normally olive-green to light green along the back and sides and appears somewhat washed out. Back with pale yellow spots and sides with orange or red spots; fins fringed with yellow orange; pectoral, pelvic, and anal fins with white margins. This fish is native to only the Jarbidge River system of northern EIko County and occurs in tributaries associated with the two forks of that stream system.

Cutthroat Trout(Oncorhynchus clarkii)Body color is highly variable with three subspecies in Nevada. Back may be steel gray to olive-green. Sides may be yellow-brown with red or pink along belly. Slash marks on either side of the throat beneath the lower jaw may be yellow, crimson-red or orange. Fins uniform color with no white tips. Scattered spots are usually round and black, more closely grouped towards the tail. Teeth on back of tongue. May hybridize with rainbow. Native to the Humboldt, Snake, and Bonneville basins of Nevada. Currently occurs in 112 streams and a small number of lakes where it’s well known for its large size.

Brown Trout(Salmo trutta)Back is brown or olive with large black spots. Sides light brown to yellowish, with numerous black and red-orange spots surrounded by light blue rings. Few if any spots on tail. Tail square, not forked. Brown trout occur widely in central and eastern Nevada streams and occur in about 73 streams statewide. Also found in some lakes and reservoirs. Spooky and difficult to catch.

Brook Trout (Salvelinus fontinalis)Color ranges from olive, blue-gray or black on the back to white on the belly. Belly and lower fins brilliant orange in spawning males. Upper body and dorsal fin have mottled or worm-like markings. Red spots, with or without bluish rings around them. The most distinguishing marks are the white and thin black stripe along the fore edge of the lower fins. Tail square or slightly forked. Occurs in about 278 mountain streams in Nevada where it frequents cooler water. Found in Ruby Mountain alpine lakes and other coldwater lakes.

Channel Catfish(Ictalurus punctatus)No scales, tail deeply forked with pointed lobes. Body pale bluish-olive above and bluish-white below. Spots vary from a few to many over much of the body and may not occur on large fish. Barbels extend from the chin and upper jaw. Both dorsal and pectoral fins have strong, sharp spines. Larger fish may be distinguished from the white catfish by the longer black barbels and 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.

Lake Trout Or Mackinaw(Salvelinus namaycush)Not as highly colored as other trout. Dark gray or gray-green above, belly light gray or white. Light gray irregular shaped spots or lines on back, sides, dorsal fin and tail. No white edging appears on lower fins as in brook trout. Tail deeply forked. Currently found in Lake Tahoe, Nevada-California, and Liberty and Echo Lakes in EIko County.

Largemouth Bass(Micropterus salmoides)Dark green on back and sides, silvery below. Belly is greenish-white. A broad dark band on the sides which consists of irregular patches touching together. Dorsal fin with 9 to 10 sharp spines nearly separated from the soft rays by a deep notch. Upper jaw when closed extends at least to the rear edge of the eye in adults, usually beyond. Abundant in lakes and reservoirs throughout Nevada.

Bluegill(Lepomis macrochirus)Very colorful. Light to dark blue on bright purple. In breeding season, the breast of males is red. Gill covers often blue with a black spot on the rear of the “ear flap”. Faint vertical bars on the sides. Dorsal fin has 10 spines followed without interruption by 10 or 12 rays. The mouth is small and when closed, barely reaches the front of the eye. Body deep for its length and compressed from side to side. Found in ponds and reservoirs throughout northwestern and southern Nevada.

Crappie(Pomoxis)Silver-olive with numerous black or dark green splotches on the sides. Forehead is dished and the snout is turned up. Five or more anal spines and 7 or 8 dorsal spines. Base of the dorsal fin is about the same length as the base of the anal fin. Body compressed from side to side. Found in warmwater lakes and reservoirs throughout Nevada.

Kokanee(Oncorhynchus nerka)Kokanee are silver in color until they are ready to spawn in the fall, at which time they become bright red. Kokanee are a form of landlocked sockeye salmon and generally do not grow larger than 16 inches. Within the state, Kokanee can be found in Lake Tahoe and its tributaries when spawning.

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Mountain Whitefish(Prosopium williamsoni)Back and fins are light brown and the sides and belly are silver and white. There are no spots. Tail deeply forked and body is deep and round. Mouth small with no teeth. Large fleshy adipose fin. Scales large and rough. The whitefish occurs in a number of larger streams in western and northeastern Nevada.

White Bass(Morone chrysops)Dark gray to black on the back, with bright silvery sides and white belly. The sides have dark stripes or lines (about 5 are above the lateral line). There are 13 or 14 rays in the dorsal fin, and 11 to 13 in the anal fin. Body strongly compressed from side to side, forehead is dished and snout is slightly turned up. Found in Lahontan Reservoir, Rye Patch Reservoir and Washoe Lake.

White Catfish(Ameiurus catus)Bluish to grayish above and white below. Tail deeply forked. No scales. No spots. Barbels extend from the chin and upper jaw. Both dorsal and pectoral fins have strong, sharp spines. White catfish have shorter barbels on the upper jaw than channel catfish, and barbels on lower jaw are whiter. Head is more rounded and white on belly extends to rear of anal fin. Found in Lahontan and Willow Creek Reservoirs and the Humboldt River with channel catfish.

Walleye(Sander vitreus)Prominent “canine” teeth distinguish this big perch from its smaller family member the yellow perch. Color is brassy-olive buff sometimes shading to yellowish sides and white beneath. No distinct bars on the sides, but rather an overall mottling of black or brown. Large dark blotches at rear base of dorsal fin, and the lower lobe of tail fin is white tipped. The tail is moderately forked. Found in a few western Nevada waters including Lahontan and Rye Patch Reservoirs, the Humboldt River below Rye Patch Reservoir and Chimney Reservoir.

Rainbow Trout(Oncorhynchus mykiss)Body usually olive to greenish-blue on the back; belly white to silver; sides usually show prominent red or pink streak. Fish from lakes sometimes lose all color and appear silvery. Irregular spots on back, sides, head, dorsal fin and tail. No teeth on back of tongue. Native to the Columbia River drainage of northeastern Nevada, but stocked extensively from hatcheries throughout Nevada. Nevada’s most abundant game fish species occurring in 295 streams statewide and in a large number of lakes and reservoirs.

Striped Bass(Morone saxatilis)Body olive-green above, shading through silvery on sides to white on belly with brassy reflection. There are 7 to 8 longitudinal dark stripes following the scale rows. A spiny dorsal fin is barely separated from a soft dorsal fin. The tail is forked and the body is cylindrical in shape. Striped bass occur in only a few of the larger lakes in Nevada including Lake Mead and Lake Mohave. The fish can become very large with some specimens larger than 50 pounds.

Smallmouth Bass(Micropterus dolomieu)Dark olive to brown on back, sides bronze, belly white. Five dark vertical bands on sides. Eyes reddish. Dorsal fin with 9 or 10 sharp spines without a deep notch separating them from the soft rays. Upper jaw when closed does not extend beyond the rear edge of the eye. Smallmouth bass are one of the most popular and abundant game species in Lakes Mead and Mohave. It is also found in the Humboldt River, Dry Creek Reservoir, Wildhorse Reservoir, Rye Patch, Carson River, Lahontan Reservoir and Wall Canyon Reservoir.

Sacramento Perch(Archoplites interruptus)Color blackish above, with about seven vertical bars irregular in form and position. This is not a true perch, but a sunfish.

Yellow Perch(Perca flavescens)Rich yellow to brassy-green with 6 to 8 dark vertical bars on the sides. Dark green back. No “canine” teeth. The belly is whitish. The dorsal fin has two sections, the front one contains 12 to 14 sharp spines and the rear 12 to 13 soft rays.

Redear Sunfish(Lepomis microlophus)Dark brown to green back with yellow to green sides. Belly is light yellow to nearly white. The mouth is small and the opercular lobe or ear flap has a dark blue-back spot with red to orange edge. Found in small ponds such as Floyd Lamb Park Pond in southern Nevada, and Dufurrena Ponds, and ponds in Mason Valley WMA in northern Nevada. Also found in the Colorado River below Davis Dam.

Spotted Bass(Micropterus punctulatus)One of the several black basses found in a few northern Nevada waters such as Lahontan and Rye Patch reservoirs and Sparks Marina Pond. Green to dark green on back and sides with a white belly. Rows of spots along the lower sides below the dark lateral stripe. Dorsal fins are connected and not separated into two distinct fins. Upper jaw extends to the back of the eye, but not beyond the eye as in the largemouth bass.

Pumpkinseed(Lepomis gibbosus)Considered a very colorful sunfish, the pumpkinseed is highlighted with mostly orange-brown spots on the main body and dorsal fin. Belly is orange-yellow. Opercular lobe has a dark blue-black spot with a bright red or orange edge. The cheek and operculum, or gill plate, also have wavy blue lines much like a green sunfish. Pumpkinseed have been caught in northwestern Nevada from the Truckee River, Peavine Ponds, Rancho San Rafael Pond, and Steamboat Creek.

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EASTERN REGION STOCKING REPORTBODY OF WATER SPECIES MONTH TO BE STOCKEDELKO COUNTYAngel Lake rb June, July, August, September

tt June, July Carlin Pond rb April, May, OctoberCow Creek Reservoir rb MayDorsey Reservoir rb April, May, JuneDry Creek Reservoir rb April, May, JuneJakes Creek Reservoir rb March, April, OctoberJiggs Reservoir rb March, April, OctoberLamoille Creek tt June, JulyRuby High Lakes ct, tt AugustRuby Lake NWR - Collection Ditch

rb March, Octobertt October

Ruby Lake NWR - No. Dikes Unit 10

rb March, October

Ruby Lake NWR - S. Lakes rb April, OctoberRuby Lake NWR - South Springs

rb April, Octobertt April

Ruby Lake NWR - Unit 21 rb March, Octoberbn Octobertt March

South Fork Reservoir cb Octoberbn July, Octoberrb April, October

Tabor Creek tt May, June Wildhorse Reservoir cb October

bn July, Octoberrb May, Octobertt May, June

Wilson Sink Reservoir rb May, June, September, October

EUREKA COUNTYRoberts Creek rb MayTonkin Springs Reservoir rb May

LANDER COUNTYBig Creek rb May, June, JulyGroves Lake rb May, June, July Kingston Creek rb May, June, July Willow Creek Pond rb May, June, August, September

WHITE PINE COUNTYBassett Lake rb April, OctoberCave Lake rb April, May, June, July, August,

September, OctoberCleve Creek rb May, JuneCold Creek Reservoir cb AprilComins Lake rb May, June, August, September,

OctoberIllipah Reservoir rb April, May, OctoberSacramento Pass Pond rb April, May, June, September,

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Silver Creek Reservoir tt May, June Steptoe Creek rb May, JuneWhite River rb May, June

SOUTHERN REGION STOCKING REPORTBODY OF WATER SPECIES MONTH TO BE STOCKEDCLARK COUNTY

Boulder City Pond rb January, February, March, November, December

Cold Creek Pond rb March, November

Floyd Lamb Park Ponds rb January, February, March, November, December

Lorenzi Park Pond rb January, February, March, November, December

Mesquite Park Pond rb January, February, March, November, December

Sunset Park Pond rb January, February, March, November, December

ESMERALDA COUNTY

Silver Peak Pond rb April, May, June

Trail Canyon Reservoir rb April, May, June

LINCOLN COUNTY

Beaver Dam Wash rb April, May

Eagle Valley Reservoir rb February, March, May, October

Echo Canyon Reservor rb February, March, October

Pahranagat Lake, Upper rb January, February

NYE COUNTYAdams-McGill Reservoir rb March, November

Barker Creek rb, bk June

Barley Creek rb May, June, July

Beatty Urban Pond rb November, December, January, February

Clear Creek rb, bk June

Cold Springs Reservoir rb March, October

Dacey Reservoir rb October

Haymeadow Reservoir rb March, October

Jefferson Creek rb, bk June

Rye Patch rb April, May, June, July

Species Abbreviationsbb��bullhead catfishbc ��rainbow/cutthroat hybridbg ��bluegill sunfishbk �� brook troutbn �� brown troutcc �� channel catfishcr �� crappiect ��cutthroat trout

gs ��green sunfishlmb ��largemouth bassrb ��rainbow troutrs �� redear sunfishsmb �� smallmouth basssp �� Sacramento perchstb �� striped basstt ��tiger trout

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rb April, September, October

CHURCHILL COUNTYLiberty Pond rb March, April, May, October

DOUGLAS COUNTYE. Carson River bn April, June

rb March, June, JulyLake Tahoe rb July

trb May, June, July, AugustLampe Park rb MayMartin Slough Ponds rb April, May, OctoberMitch Park Pond bn April, June

rb March, April, May, September, October

Spooner Lake bc Septemberrb April, Maytt June

Topaz Lake bc Octoberrb Octobertt June

Topaz Canal bn Junerb April, May, June

Upper East Carson River rb June, September

HUMBOLDT COUNTYBig Springs Reservoir rb May, JuneBilk Creek Reservoir trb NovemberBlue Lakes bc August, September

trb August, Septembertt August, September

Chimney ReservoirJames Kinney PondKnott Creek Reservoir bc September

trb June tt September

Onion Valley Reservoir bc Septemberrb June, Octobertt October

Streams and Ponds bn May, Junetrb Junett June

LYON COUNTYCarson River bn March, June

rb March, June, SeptemberDerby Canal rb April, May, JuneDesert Creek bn May, June

rb Octobertt June

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LYON COUNTY (CONTINUED)Fort Churchill C.P. rb February, MarchE. Walker River bn May

rb SeptemberW. Walker River bn April, May, June

rb April, May, June, September, October

Hinkson Slough bc Octoberbn March, Junerb February, September, October

Mountain View Park Pond rb March, April, MayRough Creek trb May

MINERAL COUNTYRose Creek Reservoir tt AprilWalker Lake lct February, March

PERSHING COUNTYBuena Vista Creek trb AprilCoyote Creek bn June, July

trb June, JulyRye Patch Reservoir rb March, OctoberStarr Creek trb June Streams and Ponds trb June

STOREY COUNTYAmerican Flat Creek rb April

WASHOE COUNTYBoulder Reservoir rb OctoberCatnip Reservoir lct JuneDavis Creek Park rb March, April, May, SeptemberHobart Reservoir rb June

tt JuneIdlewild Pond rb April, May Lake Tahoe lct May, June, July, AugustMarilyn's Pond rb April, May, June, July, August,

SeptemberMarlette Lake lct June

rb June, OctoberParadise Pond rb March, April, May, SeptemberRancho San Rafael rb April, May, June, JulySparks Marina bn March, April

rb March, April, May, September, October

Squaw Valley Reservoir bc Septemberbn Junerb March, April, October

Truckee River lct March, April, Maytrb June, July, August, September

Virginia Lake bc Octoberrb October

Wall Canyon Reservoir bc Septembertrb April, May

Wilson Commons rb March, April, May, June, September

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ek36

N, 6

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36N

, 61E

BKEL

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Cre

ek44

N, 5

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Batt

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30N

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BKEL

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Cre

ek37

N, 5

1EC

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Cre

ek44

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44N

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BK, R

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Box

Can

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Cre

ek31

N, 5

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42N

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RBEL

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Brow

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27N

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BKEL

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Brow

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46N

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RBEL

-13

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N, 5

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5Bu

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Cre

ek42

N, 6

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43N

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BK, R

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Burn

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ek40

N, 5

3EBK

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EL-1

8C

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Cre

ek45

N, 5

4ERB

EL-1

9C

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Cre

ek44

N, 6

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EL-2

0C

anyo

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46N

, 61E

BK, R

BEL

-21

Cap

Win

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43N

, 53E

RBEL

-22

Cav

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reek

27N

, 57E

BKEL

-23

Che

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Cre

ek47

N, 6

0ERB

EL-2

4C

hick

en C

reek

42N

, 53E

RBEL

-25

Chi

no C

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42N

, 49E

RBEL

-26

Cle

ar C

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43N

, 54E

RBEL

-27

Cob

b C

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45N

, 53E

BK, R

BEL

-28

Col

d C

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33N

, 59E

BK, C

TEL

-29

Col

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Moo

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Cre

ek31

N, 5

9EBK

EL-3

0C

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Cre

ek44

N, 5

2EBK

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EL-3

1C

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Cre

ek47

N, 6

8EC

T

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2C

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Cre

ek46

N, 5

7ERB

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3C

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ek45

N, 5

7ERB

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4C

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ek28

N, 5

6EBK

EL-3

5C

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ek47

N, 5

8ERB

EL-3

6C

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45N

, 61E

RB

EL-3

7C

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43N

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RB

EL-3

8C

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47N

, 63E

RB

EL-3

9C

ouga

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ek45

N, 5

9EBT

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EL-4

0C

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reek

37N

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CT

EL-4

1D

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Cre

ek46

N, 5

9EBT

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EL-4

2D

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anyo

n29

N, 5

8EBK

EL-4

3D

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47N

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RBEL

-44

Dee

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ek46

N, 5

8ERB

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5D

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.43

N, 6

1EBK

STRE

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S (C

ON

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ECIE

SEL

-88

Mar

tin C

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45N

, 56E

BK, R

BEL

-89

Mar

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42N

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CT

EL-9

0M

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reek

29N

, 58E

BKEL

-91

McC

all C

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45N

, 53E

RBEL

-92

McC

ann

Cre

ek39

N, 5

1ERB

EL-9

3M

cDon

ald

Cre

ek47

N, 5

5ERB

EL-9

4M

eado

w C

reek

46N

, 56E

RBEL

-95

Mer

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47N

, 54E

BK, R

BEL

-96

Mill

(Hay

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42N

, 53E

BK, R

BEL

-97

Mill

Cre

ek45

N, 5

3ERB

EL-9

8M

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Cre

ek46

N, 5

4ERB

EL-9

9M

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Cre

ek45

N, 5

7ERB

EL-1

00M

yers

Cre

ek30

N, 5

8EBK

EL-1

01O

verla

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reek

30N

, 58E

BKEL

-102

Ow

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Riv

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42N

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RB, B

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04Pe

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28N

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CT

EL-1

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Cre

ek44

N, 5

5ERB

EL-1

06Pi

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45N

, 58E

BT, R

BEL

-107

Pine

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47N

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BK, C

TEL

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Pixl

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46N

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RBEL

-109

Pole

Cre

ek46

N, 5

9EBK

EL-1

10Ra

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30N

, 57E

BK

EL-1

11Ri

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43N

, 54E

RBEL

-112

Robi

nson

Cre

ek33

N, 6

0EBK

EL-1

13Ro

bins

on C

reek

46N

, 59E

RBEL

-114

Rock

Cre

ek38

N, 4

7ECC

, CR,

C

T, L

MB

EL-1

15Ru

by C

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D

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27N

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RB, B

K,

BN, T

T EL

-116

Sage

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Cre

ek47

N, 5

4EBK

, RB

EL-1

17Sa

lmon

Cre

ek47

N, 5

4ERB

EL-1

18Sa

lmon

Cre

ek,

Litt

le47

N, 5

4ERB

EL-1

19Sa

lmon

Fal

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45N

, 64E

RB, B

N, W

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N.F

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N, 6

2EBN

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EL-1

21Sa

lmon

Fal

ls Ri

ver,

S.F.

45N

, 61E

BN, R

B

EL-1

22Sc

hoer

Cre

ek36

N, 6

1EBK

EL-1

23Sc

hoon

over

C

reek

42N

, 53E

RB

EL-1

24Se

cret

Cre

ek34

N, 5

9EBK

EL-1

25Se

itz (R

abbi

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reek

32N

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BK, C

T

EL-1

26Se

vent

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44N

, 58E

RB

EL-1

27Sh

ack

Cre

ek47

N, 6

2ERB

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28Sh

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Cre

ek47

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(CO

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Lam

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N, 5

8EBK

EL-1

74Li

bert

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ke31

N, 5

8EBK

, MT

EL-1

75O

verla

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30N

, 58E

BKEL

-176

Robi

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Lak

e33

N, 5

9EBK

EL-1

77Ru

by L

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26N

, 57E

RB, B

K,

BN, L

MB,

TT

EL-1

78Sm

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36N

, 61E

CT

EL-1

79So

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Re

serv

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32N

, 55E

RB, B

N,

SMB,

LM

B, C

C,

BC, W

IEL

-180

Stee

le L

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35N

, 61E

BKEL

-181

Verd

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e32

N, 5

9EC

TEL

-182

War

m S

prin

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Pond

36N

, 64E

BG, L

MB

EL-1

83W

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Re

serv

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44N

, 55E

RB, B

N,

SMB,

YP,

CC

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B, W

I, TT

EL-1

84W

illow

Cre

ek

Rese

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N, 4

8ELM

B, C

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CC, C

TEL

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Wils

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N, 5

0ERB

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B

EURE

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COU

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STRE

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SSP

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-1A

lliso

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17N

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BKEU

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ldt R

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31N

, 50E

RB, L

MB,

SM

B, C

C,

BBEU

-3Li

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Jack

Cre

ek36

N, 5

1EC

TEU

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aggi

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35N

, 51E

CT

EU-5

Pete

Han

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Cre

ek24

N, 5

0EC

T

EU-6

Robe

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22N

, 50E

BK, B

N,

RBEU

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mps

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19N

, 54E

BK

LAK

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RES

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SPEC

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EU-8

Ard

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17N

, 49E

RBEU

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31N

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SMB,

LM

B, B

G,

CC, R

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-10

Fish

Cre

ek

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N, 5

3ERB

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Res

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N, 4

9ERB

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Cre

ek17

N, 4

3ERB

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STRE

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Berr

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17N

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BN, R

BW

P-5

Big

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h12

N, 6

9EC

TW

P-6

Bird

Cre

ek18

N, 6

5EBK

, RB

WP-

7C

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Cre

ek15

N, 6

5EBK

, BN

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WP-

8C

herr

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reek

24N

, 62E

RBW

P-9

Cle

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16N

, 66E

RB, B

NW

P-10

Cur

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Cre

ek,

Litt

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N, 5

9EBK

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WP-

11D

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reek

17N

, 69E

CT

WP-

12D

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Can

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Cre

ek17

N, 6

9EC

T

WP-

13D

uck

Cre

ek17

N, 6

5EBK

, BN

, RB

WP-

14D

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Cre

ek19

N, 6

3ELM

BW

P-15

East

Cre

ek19

N, 6

5ERB

WP-

16Eg

an C

reek

23N

, 62E

RBW

P-17

Eigh

tmile

Cre

ek18

N, 6

8ERB

WP-

18El

lison

Cre

ek14

N, 5

9ERB

WP-

19G

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ek10

N, 6

5EBK

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WP-

20G

oshu

te C

reek

25N

, 63E

CT

WP-

21H

ampt

on C

reek

16N

, 70E

CT

WP-

22H

endr

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reek

16N

, 70E

CT

WP-

23H

untin

gton

C

reek

25N

, 55E

BN, R

B

WP-

24Ill

ipah

Cre

ek16

N, 5

8EBN

, RB

WP-

25In

dian

Cre

ek, B

ig21

N, 6

4EBK

, RB

WP-

26K

alam

azoo

Cre

ek20

N, 6

5EBK

, BN

, RB

WP-

27Le

hman

Cre

ek13

N, 6

9EBC

, BN

, RB

WP-

28M

attier

Cre

ek21

N, 6

4EBK

, RB

WP-

29M

cCoy

Cre

ek17

N, 6

6EBN

, RB

WP-

30M

eado

w C

reek

19N

, 66E

BNW

P-31

Mill

Cre

ek14

N, 6

9EC

TW

P-32

Mun

cy C

reek

20N

, 66E

BK, C

T, R

BW

P-33

Nor

th C

reek

10N

, 65E

BK, R

BW

P-34

Odg

ers C

reek

18N

, 66E

RBW

P-35

Paris

Cre

ek25

N, 6

2EBK

WP-

36Pi

erm

ont C

reek

19N

, 66E

BNW

P-37

Pine

Cre

ek13

N, 6

8EC

TW

P-38

Pint

o C

reek

19N

, 54E

RBW

P-39

Ridg

e C

reek

13N

, 68E

CT

WP-

40Se

igel

Cre

ek22

N, 6

5ERB

WP-

41Sh

ingl

e C

reek

13N

, 68E

BC, B

N

WP-

42Si

lver

Cre

ek15

N, 6

9EBK

, BN

, RB

WP-

43Sm

ith C

reek

17N

, 69E

CT

WP-

44Sn

ake

Cre

ek12

N, 7

0EBK

, BN

, RB

WP-

45St

epto

e C

reek

15N

, 65E

RB, B

N,

BK

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6D

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Geo

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Cre

ek43

N, 5

3ERB

EL-4

7D

orse

y C

reek

37N

, 54E

RBEL

-48

Dry

Cre

ek42

N, 6

2ERB

EL-4

9Ec

ho C

anyo

n C

reek

31N

, 58E

BK, R

B

EL-5

0Fa

ll C

reek

46N

, 59E

BT, R

BEL

-51

Flat

Cre

ek47

N, 6

0ERB

EL-5

2Fo

rem

an C

reek

41N

, 54E

CT

EL-5

3Fo

x C

reek

45N

, 58E

RBEL

-54

Fraz

ier C

reek

39N

, 47E

CT

EL-5

5Fu

rlong

Cre

ek, N

31N

, 58E

BK, C

TEL

-56

Gan

ce C

reek

39N

, 55E

CT

EL-5

7G

enne

tte

Cre

ek30

N, 5

7EBK

, CT

EL-5

8G

old

Cre

ek44

N, 5

6ERB

EL-5

9G

oose

Cre

ek, B

ig46

N, 6

9EC

TEL

-60

Goo

se C

reek

, Li

ttle

46N

, 68E

CT

EL-6

1G

rey’

s Cre

ek37

N, 6

1EBK

EL-6

2G

risw

old

Cre

ek32

N, 5

9EC

TEL

-63

Haw

es C

reek

47N

, 61E

RBEL

-64

Her

der C

reek

36N

, 60E

BKEL

-65

Hic

ks C

reek

47N

, 55E

RBEL

-66

Hor

se C

reek

34N

, 61E

BKEL

-67

Hum

bold

t Riv

er35

N, 5

8ECC

, LM

B,

SMB,

BN

, BB

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EL-6

8H

umbo

ldt R

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, Li

ttle

S.F

.40

N, 4

5EC

T

EL-6

9H

umbo

ldt R

iver

, N

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42N

, 54E

CT

EL-7

0H

umbo

ldt R

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, S.

F.31

N, 5

6EC

T, R

B,

BN, B

K,

BC, S

MB,

CC

, WEL

-71

Indi

an C

reek

45N

, 52E

RBEL

-72

Jack

Cre

ek41

N, 5

2EBK

, RB

EL-7

3Ja

ck C

reek

, N46

N, 5

8EBT

, RB

EL-7

4Ja

kes C

reek

43N

, 62E

RBEL

-75

Jarb

idge

Riv

er,

E.F.

47N

, 59E

W

EL-7

6Ja

rbid

ge R

iver

, W

.F.

47N

, 58E

RB, B

T, W

EL-7

7Jo

hnso

n C

reek

35N

, 61E

BKEL

-78

Kelly

Cre

ek40

N, 4

4ERB

, WEL

-79

Kle

ckne

r Cre

ek31

N, 5

7EBK

EL-8

0La

moi

lle C

reek

32N

, 58E

RB, B

K, T

TEL

-81

Leac

h C

reek

35N

, 61E

BKEL

-82

Lim

e C

reek

47N

, 61E

RBEL

-83

Long

Can

yon

Cre

ek31

N, 5

8EBK

, CT,

RB

EL-8

4Lo

omis

Cre

ek41

N, 6

2EBK

EL-8

5Lu

tts C

reek

32N

, 59E

BKEL

-86

Mag

gie

Cre

ek33

N, 5

2EC

TEL

-87

Mar

sh C

reek

43N

, 52E

RB

EL-1

29Sh

osho

ne C

reek

47N

, 65E

BN, R

BEL

-130

Slau

ghte

rhou

se

Cre

ek46

N, 5

4ERB

EL-1

31Sl

ide

Cre

ek46

N, 5

9EBT

, RB

EL-1

32Sm

ith C

reek

30N

, 57E

BK, C

TEL

-133

Snow

Can

yon

41N

, 53E

RBEL

-134

Sold

ier C

reek

33N

, 59E

BKEL

-135

Stee

le C

reek

35N

, 61E

BKEL

-136

Sun

Cre

ek44

N, 6

0EBK

, RB

EL-1

37T

Cre

ek42

N, 6

0EC

TEL

-138

Tabo

r Cre

ek41

N, 6

1ERB

, BK

, TT

EL-1

39Ta

lbot

Cre

ek32

N, 5

8EBK

EL-1

40Ta

ylor

Can

yon

Cre

ek39

N, 5

3EBN

, RB

EL-1

41Te

leph

one

Cre

ek46

N, 5

5ERB

EL-1

42Th

omas

Cre

ek32

N, 5

8EBK

EL-1

43Th

omps

on C

reek

31N

, 59E

BK, C

TEL

-144

Thor

pe C

reek

33N

, 58E

BKEL

-145

Toyn

Cre

ek28

N, 5

7EBK

EL-1

46Tr

ail C

reek

44N

, 53E

BK, R

BEL

-147

Trou

t Cre

ek37

N, 6

1EBK

EL-1

48Tr

out C

reek

47N

, 69E

CT

EL-1

49Va

n D

uzer

Cre

ek44

N, 5

3EBK

, RB

EL-1

50W

ater

pipe

Can

-yo

n C

reek

39N

, 53E

RB

EL-1

51W

eeks

Cre

ek35

N, 6

1EBK

EL-1

52W

illow

Cre

ek43

N, 5

8ERB

EL-1

53W

ilson

Cre

ek46

N, 6

2ERB

EL-1

54W

ines

Cre

ek31

N, 5

9EBK

LAK

ES A

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RES

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SPEC

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EL-1

55A

ngel

Lak

e36

N, 6

1ERB

, BK

, TT

EL-1

56Bo

ulde

r Lak

e35

N, 6

1EBK

EL-1

57Bo

yd R

eser

voir

34N

, 57E

BG, L

MB

EL-1

58C

arlin

Pon

d33

N, 5

2ERB

EL-1

59C

old

Lake

s33

N, 5

9EBK

EL-1

60D

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y Re

serv

oir

37N

, 55E

RBEL

-161

Dry

Cre

ek

Rese

rvoi

r45

N, 5

1ERB

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B,

LMB

EL-1

62Ec

ho L

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32N

, 58E

BK, M

TEL

-163

Emer

ald

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45N

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32N

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Gris

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Hid

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Isla

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32N

, 58E

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Jiggs

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Jose

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46N

, 49E

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18N

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Cal

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21N

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16N

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23N

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29N

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31N

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23N

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Hum

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Indi

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29N

, 46E

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23N

, 44E

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Italia

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20N

, 43E

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Kin

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16N

, 43E

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Cre

ek30

N, 4

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29N

, 44E

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Cre

ek15

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ek16

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Silv

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21N

, 44E

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ek21

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6EBK

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, RB

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8Sm

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reek

17N

, 38E

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20N

, 46E

BK, B

N

LA-3

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reek

29N

, 45E

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ek32

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2W

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Cre

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RES

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SPEC

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LA-3

3G

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35N

, 45E

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Po

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31N

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MS

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13N

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18N

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15N

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14N

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21N

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17N

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18N

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14N

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13N

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SPEC

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30 W E S T E R N R E G I O N F I S H A B L E W A T E R S K E Y

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MS

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Cre

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9 E

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B

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1 E

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Cre

ek15

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15 N

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SPEC

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CC-6

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19 N

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19 N

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18 N

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Hor

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19 N

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19 N

, 26

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7 E

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RES

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CH-8

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18 N

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40 N

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42 N

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45 N

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34 N

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Col

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Cre

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N, 2

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N, 4

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42 N

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EC

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Cre

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N, 3

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34 N

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38 N

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44 N

, 42

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HU

-21

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41 N

, 43

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-22

Kin

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47 N

, 33

EBK

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43 N

, 28

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, RB

HU

-24

Leon

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Cre

ek42

N, 2

9 E

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Cre

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N, 3

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BH

U-2

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reek

44 N

, 39

EBK

, RB

HU

-27

Mar

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reek

43 N

, 41

EBN

, RB

HU

-28

McC

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reek

42 N

, 38

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-29

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47 N

, 36

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-30

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Cre

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N, 3

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8 E

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Riv

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47 N

, 41

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43 N

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-36

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Cre

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Wal

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, W

.F.

11 N

, 24

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MB,

W

LAK

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RES

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IRS

SPEC

IES

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hill

Pond

15 N

, 25

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, LM

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B,

RSLY

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14 N

, 26

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Po

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N, 2

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RB

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6 E

BG, B

N,

CC, L

MB,

RB

,

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L CO

UN

TYST

REA

MS

SPEC

IES

MI-1

Bodi

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reek

5 N

, 27

E BC

, BN

, RB

MI-2

Ro

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Cre

ek6

N, 2

7 E

BC, B

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RBM

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Wal

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12 N

, 29

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, BG

, CC

, LM

B,

SP, W

C

LAK

ES A

ND

RES

ERVO

IRS

SPEC

IES

MI-

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reek

Re

serv

oir

8 N

, 29

ETT

MI-5

Web

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voir

14 N

, 28

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, CR,

LM

B, W

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Am

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Cre

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N, 2

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RB

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4 E

BB, B

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RB

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r19

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1 E

BB, B

N,

CC, C

T,

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LM

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RB, W

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WA

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UN

TYST

REA

MS

SPEC

IES

WA-

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Cre

ek17

N, 1

8 E

BK, C

T,

RBW

A-2

Brow

ns C

reek

17 N

, 19

EBK

WA-

3Ev

ans C

reek

19 N

, 19

EBK

WA-

4Fi

rst C

reek

16 N

, 18

EBK

WA-

5Fr

ankt

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Cre

ek16

N, 1

9 E

BKW

A-6

Gal

ena

Cre

ek17

N, 1

9 E

BK, R

BW

A-7

Gra

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Cre

ek34

N, 2

3 E

BKW

A-8

Gra

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reek

17 N

, 18

EBK

, BN

, C

TW

A-9

Gra

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reek

, W.F

.17

N, 1

8 E

BK, C

TW

A-10

Hun

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reek

19 N

, 18

EBK

, RB

WA-

11In

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reek

16 N

, 18

EBK

, RB

WA-

12O

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Cre

ek17

N, 1

9 E

BK, R

BW

A-13

Red

Mou

ntai

n C

reek

35 N

, 23

EBK

WA-

14Se

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Cre

ek16

N, 1

8 E

BKW

A-15

Third

Cre

ek16

N, 1

8 E

BK, R

BW

A-16

Thom

as C

reek

18 N

, 19

EBK

, RB

WA-

17Tr

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ver

20 N

, 22

EBB

, BN

, CC

, CT,

G

S, L

MB,

RB

, SP,

WW

A-18

Whi

tes C

reek

18 N

, 19

EBK

, RB

LAK

ES A

ND

RES

ERVO

IRS

SPEC

IES

WA-

19Bo

ulde

r Re

serv

oir

40 N

, 20

ERB

WA-

20C

atni

p Re

serv

oir

46 N

, 22

EC

TW

A-21

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d19

N, 1

8 E

CT,

GS,

RB

WA-

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Cre

ek

Pond

17 N

, 19

ERB

WA-

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obar

t Res

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N, 1

9 E

BC, B

K,

RB, T

TW

A-24

Hun

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ake

18 N

, 18

EBK

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19 N

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TYST

REA

MS

SPEC

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DO

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arso

n Ri

ver

14 N

, 20

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, BN

, CC

, GS,

LM

B,

RB,S

MB,

W

C, W

P,

YPD

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C

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11 N

. 20

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, RB,

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C

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ver,

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0 E

BB, B

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W

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Dag

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Cre

ek13

N, 1

9 E

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Ed

gew

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Cre

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N, 1

8 E

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O-6

G

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Cre

ek13

N, 1

9 E

BKD

O-7

Ja

mes

Cre

ek14

N, 1

9 E

BKD

O-8

Jo

bs C

reek

12 N

, 19

EBK

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Slo

ugh

13 N

, 20

ECC

, RB

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LICENSE REQUIREMENTSAll persons fishing are subject to the license requirements listed be low. Except for some “interstate waters” (Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake, Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, Colorado River), anglers 12 years of age and older are required to obtain and possess a license or permit to fish. Nonresident anglers under 12 years of age are not required to have a license, but the number of fish taken by such nonresident anglers must not exceed 50 percent of the limit as provided by law. (For instance, if the limit is five, these young anglers may take only two fish.) Fishing license and permit requirements also apply to persons taking fish by means of spear or bow and arrow. (Refer to NRS 502.010)

LIMITS“Limit” means the maximum number of game fish that may be lawfully taken and reduced to possession by a person. The “Limit” includes fish caught in Nevada which have been processed or preserved and are stored at any location. Fish that are caught and immediately released back to the water alive are not considered to be reduced to possession or part of the limit. Limits for individual counties are specified under each Region’s General Regulations. Limits for waters, which have special limits or restrictions, are listed under each Region’s Special Regulations. (Refer to CR 18-01)

POSSESSION LIMIT VS. DAILY LIMITIn this state, there is no distinction between a “daily” limit and a “possession” limit. There is simply a “limit.” An angler may not have more than one limit in possession. For example, if an angler fishes one body of water where the limit is four trout and takes his limit, he may not then move to a body of water where the limit is two trout and keep any more fish.

SIZE LIMITUnless otherwise noted under Region General Regulations or Region Special Regulations, there is no size limit. Where size limits do apply, this

shall mean the total length of the fish including the head and tail, measured as illustrated in the diagram. (Refer to NAC 503.500)

SEASONS AND HOURSUnless otherwise noted under Region Special Regulations, the season is open year around and fishing hours are any time of the day or night. Where specified, “open season” includes the first and last day designated. (Refer to NRS 501.065)

“FISHES,” “FISHING,” “FISHED” AND “TO FISH” DEFINEDThe words “to fish” and their derivatives, “fishes,” “fishing” and “fished,” mean catching, taking, cap-turing, killing, injuring or crippling of a fish and every attempt to do so. (Refer to NRS 501.030)

FILLETING FISHWhere size limits apply, fish may be filleted before transport if the remainder of the carcass of each fish filleted is kept in one piece so size and pos-session limits can be immediately determined. It is unlawful for any person to cause through care-lessness, neglect or otherwise any edible portion of any game fish to go to waste needlessly. In the case of game fish, the fillet meat from the oper-culum (gill plate) to the caudal fin (tail fin). (Refer to NRS 503.586)

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METHODS OF FISHINGFish may be taken only with hook and line at-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 further restrictions. No more than two lines may be used (Except as noted under “Spearfishing /Bowfishing” and “Unprotected Fish”). (Refer to NRS 503.290)

SPEARFISHING/BOWFISHINGPersons may spearfish for unprotected fish in all Nevada waters except Lake Tahoe and Topaz Lake. Persons may spearfish for striped bass in Lake Mead and Lake Mohave from Cotton-wood Cove to the cable below Hoover Dam. Spearfishing for 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 line. In Lakes Mead and Mohave and the Colorado River system, spearfishing is prohibited within 1/2 mile of any dock or swimming area. When spearfish-ing, a person must display, within 100 feet, an appropriate diver’s flag. A mechanical spearing device may be used only under the surface of the water, and the spear must be attached to the device by a lanyard. Fishing license regulations apply to persons taking fish by means of spear or bow and arrow. (Refer to NAC 503.590-592)

USING FISH FOR BAITPlease see page 40. Game fish and protected species of fish may not be used as bait.

CHUMMING“Chumming” means placing fish, parts of fish or other material upon which fish feed, in the water for the purpose of attracting fish to a particu lar area so that they may be taken. Chumming is prohibited in Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake, Spooner Lake and the entire Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge. (Refer to NRS 501.013)

UNPROTECTED FISHUnprotected fish are all species not classified as game or protected (game fish are listed on page 38). Unprotected fish may be taken by bow and arrow, hook and line, dipnet, cast net, min-now seine or minnow trap, and, except where prohibited, by spear. In the Colorado River and Lakes Mead and Mohave, the taking of fish by

G E N E R A L S T A T E W I D E

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H O O K I D E N T I F I C A T I O N

Single Barbed Hook Single Barbless Hook Treble Hook

bow and arrow is prohibited within 1/2 mile of any dock or swimming area. Fishing license regulations apply to persons taking unpro-tected fish by means of hook and line, bow and arrow or spear.

ICE FISHINGFor the purposes of ice fishing, holes cut through the ice must not exceed 10 inches in diameter. (Refer to NAC 503.583)

ARTIFICIAL LURES“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 503.500)

ARTIFICIAL LURES WITH SINGLE BARBLESS HOOKSA “single barbless hook” means a fish hook hav-ing one point, manufactured without barbs or on which the barbs have been bent com pletely closed or filed off. Double or treble hooks hav-ing a common shank are not a single barbless hook even when the barbs are closed or filed off. When single barbless hooks are required, only one single b arbless hook may be attached to each hook eye or ring of the lure. (Refer to NAC 503.500)

N O RT H E R N PI K ENorthern pike are not classified as game fish; they are a prohibited species. Anglers wishing to keep northern pike to eat are required to kill them upon capture. There is no limit for northern pike, and anglers who wish to assist in the removal of northern pike from the waters of the state and who wish to dispose of them may do so without regard for Nevada’s wanton waste laws. The importation, transportation or possession of live northern pike is prohibited (NAC 503.110). (Refer to NAC 503.110).

GAME FISH TRANSPORTATIONGame fish taken under the authority of a fishing license or fishing permit may not be transported alive from the body of water where the game fish is taken. It is not illegal to keep game fish alive and in a live well, net or on a stringer while at the body of water from which they are caught. Anglers must kill fish to be trans-ported away from the body of water. Under no circumstances can game fish be transported in a manner which would allow for their release

alive at another body of water. The transport and release of live wildlife without a permit is illegal. (Refer to NAC 503.115)

BULLFROGSThere is no license requirement or limit on bull-frogs if they are taken by gig, spear, bow and arrow or by hand. However, a license is required to take bullfrogs by hook and line. Season is open year around anytime of the day or night in waters that are open to fishing or f rogging. Bullfrogs may not be transported alive from the body of water where taken. (Refer to 503.580 and 503.100)

L U R E R E G U L A T I O N S B Y L O C A T I O NOnly artificial lures may be used in the following waters:1� The Collection Ditch at Ruby Lake NWR in Elko County.2� Dacey Reservoir on the Kirch WMA in Nye County.3� Hinkson Slough on the Mason Valley WMA in Lyon County4� Tonkin Springs Reservoir in Eureka County.

Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used in these waters:• Knott Creek Reservoir including inlet and outlet streams in Humboldt County.• Hobart Reservoir (Washoe County), its tributaries and Franktown Creek

downstream to Red House.• Catnip Reservoir in Washoe County.• South Fork of the Humboldt River (Elko County) from the access causeway for

the Lucky Nugget subdivision upstream to Lee.• East Walker River (Lyon County) from 1/4 mile above the confluence of the

East Walker River and Sweetwater Creek downstream to 1/2 mile below the confluence of the East Walker River and Red Wash Creek.

• Marlette Lake including tributaries and outlet stream in Washoe County.• Smith Creek Reservoir in Lander County.• Truckee River (Washoe and Storey County) from February 1 through May 31, in

that portion 1,000 feet downstream of Derby Dam downstream to the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation boundary.

Please go to page 42 for more information on special regulations in the eastern, southern, and western region.


38 G E N E R A L S T A T E W I D E R E G U L A T I O N S

CRAYFISHA fishing license is not required to capture crayfish for personal consumption or use as bait. When used as bait, crayfish may only be used in the water where captured and other bait restrictions apply (see page 40). There is no limit on crayfish. A license is required to take crayfish by hook and line. A permit is required to take crayfish for commercial purposes at Lake Tahoe (crayfish may not be taken for commercial purposes from any other Nevada water.) (Refer to 503.100)

COLDWATER GAME FISHColdwater game fish are: Bonneville cutthroat trout, Lahontan cutthroat trout, Snake River (Yellowstone) cutthroat trout, Kokanee salmon, brook trout, brown trout, bull trout, lake trout, rainbow trout, redband trout, mountain whitefish and any hybrid thereof. (Refer to NAC 503.060)

WARMWATER GAME FISHWarmwater game fish are: black bullhead, brown bullhead, channel catfish, white catfish, striped bass, white bass, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, spotted bass, black crappie, white crap-pie, yellow perch, Sacramento perch, bluegill sunfish, pumpkinseed sunfish, green sunfish, redear sunfish, walleye and any hybrid thereof. (Refer to NAC 503.060)

PROTECTED FISH AND AMPHIBIANSProtected fish and amphibians are those species listed in NAC 503.065, 503.075 and 503.067. There is no open season on fish or amphibians classified as protected.

THE CAPTURE, TRANSPORT AND USE OF BAITAny person possessing a fishing license or per-mit, or otherwise exempted from such licenses, may capture, transport and use bait for fishing or personal consumption except that the use of game fish or protected species of fish for bait is prohibited. Aquatic bait (such as live unprotected amphibians, crayfish, clams and snails) may be used only in the water from which it is taken. Aquatic bait and live bait fish (live unprotected species of freshwater fish) may be transported from one river basin to another or from one area of this state to another only as provided in the ap-propriate regional regulation as noted below. Any bait obtained from a licensed dealer of live bait fish must be accompanied by a currently dated receipt issued by that dealer. (Refer to NAC 503.502)

NOTE: Artificial lure-only waters are listed on page 37. Fishing with Bait Fish table on page 40.

R E G L A S D E L A P E S C A(Regulations in Spanish)Una licencia o un permiso de corto plazo es requerido para cualquier persona que tiene 12 años o más cuando están pescando en la mayoría de las aguas de Nevada. Las excepciones son:• Lake Tahoe y el Topaz Lake donde la

edad mínima es 16 años; y• El sistema del Río Colorado (Lake

Mead, Lake Mohave, y el Río Colorado) donde la edad mínima es 12 años.

Por el sistema del Río Colorado, un “sello de uso especial” de Nevada o Arizona puede que sea requerido en ciertas circunstancias�Para calificar para una licencia de caza o pesca de “residente” de Nevada, hay que:• Ser un ciudadano de los Estados

Unidos o tener derecho legal para permanecer en los Estados Unidos;

• Ha vivido continuamente en Nevada, excepto ausencias temporales, por un período de 6 meses antes de comprar una licencia de “residente” o permiso; y

• No haber aplicado para o comprado una licencia de “residente” para pesca, caza, en algun otro estado durante el período de 6 meses en lo que se ha vivido en Nevada.

Mientras pescando para la trucha en la mayoría de las aguas de Nevada, una persona debe haber comprador un sello de “trucha”, firmado, y fijado a su licencia de pesca. Un sello de trucha no es requerido para una persona que tiene menos de 16 años en Lake Tahoe O Topaz Lake, una persona que tiene menos de 14 años en el sistema del Río Colorado, una persona que tiene menos de 12 años en otras aguas de Nevada, o una persona que pesca bajo la autoridad de un permiso a corto plazo.Con pocos excepciones, una persona solo puede coger peces de “caza” Con un anzuelo y sedal fijado a un carrete que está bien atendido por esa persona. Se puede usar un arpón para pescar para perca rayada en Lake Mead y partes particulares de Lake Mohave y el Río Colorado.Es prohibido coger o intentar pesca de “caza” con un red, trampas, o sedales “puestos”.Es illegal pescar con una segunda combinación de anzuelos, sedales, y carretes, a menos que tenga un “sello de segundo sedal”. El sello tiene que ser firmado y fijado a la licencia de pesca. Es prohibido para una persona pescar con más de dos combinaciones de anzuelo, sedal, y carrete.

Para cada masa de agua en el estado, hay “limites” del número de peces que se puede coger y ser poseídos por un pescador.Es prohibido usar partes de peces de caza para cebo.Una vez que una persona haya cogido y tiene un limite de pescado, no se puede coger más pescado para completar su limite o el limite de un otra persona.

BarcosHay que tener un aparato personal de flotacíon (PFD o chaleco salvavidas) del tamaño aproriado, aprobado por el Guardacostas de los Estados Unidos, para cada persona en el barco.En barcos que miede 16 pies y más, tiene que haber un aparato de flotación además de los aparatos requeridos que todos llevan�Un niño que tiene 13 años o menos tiene que llevar un chaleco salvavidas de tamaño aproriado cuando el barco está en curso, a menos que el niño está en un lugar completamente incluido en el barco.Es illegal manejar un barco de motor o vela mientras esta bajo la influencia de alcohol o droga.

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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.

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Carson River Basin

The Carson River from Quilici Dam (12 miles below Dayton) above Lahon-tan Reservoir downstream to and including Lahontan Res., the Carson River below Lahontan Dam and all of the waters within Lahontan Valley, Churchill County.

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Fish used as live bait may be taken only from the Carson or Truckee River Basins in Carson City, Churchill, Douglas, Lyon, Storey or Washoe Counties 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.

The Carson River from the boundary between California and Nevada to Quilici Dam • • • • •

Fish used as live bait may be taken only from the Carson River above 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 Basin

In the Truckee River Basin, which includes the Truckee River and its diversion ditches and tributaries from the California state line to, but excluding Pyramid Lake, and including Paradise Ponds, Virginia Lake, Washoe Lake and the Fernley Wildlife Management Area.

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Fish used as live bait may be taken only from the Truckee River or its tributaries or be purchased from a dealer licensed in this state and authorized to sell live bait fish for use in the Truckee River Basin.

Humboldt River System in Humboldt, Pershing and Churchill Counties

The Humboldt River Basin from Stahl Diversion Dam (near Golconda, Hum-boldt County) to and including Rye Patch Reservoir, the Pitt-Taylor and Chimney Reservoirs, the Humboldt River below Rye Patch Dam and all waters of the Humboldt River in Lovelock Valley, Pershing and Churchill Counties

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Fish used as live bait in this area may only be taken from the Humboldt River and its tributaries or purchased from a dealer who is licensed in this state and autho-rized to sell live bait fish for use in the Humboldt River Basin.

Lake Tahoe The waters of Lake Tahoe and its tribu-taries located in Carson City, Douglas and Washoe Counties

• • • • • •Fish used here as live bait may be taken only from, and must be native to, Lake Tahoe and its tributaries.

Walker River System

The main Walker River from the bridge of the S.P. Railroad near Wabuska, downstream to and including Weber Reservoir and the lower Walker River down to and including Walker Lake • • • • • • •

Fish used as live bait here may only be taken from the Walker River Basin in Lyon or Mineral Counties or purchased from a dealer who is licensed in this state and 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 River System

Lake Mead, Lake Mohave and the Colo-rado River located in Clark County • • • • • • • •

Other forms of aquatic and animal life, 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.

* Live Baitfish means live, unprotected species of freshwater fish. Use of any game fish as bait is prohibited.


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P R O T E C T N E V A D A ’ S W A T E R SStop the Spread of Aquatic Hitchhikers! 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 EquipmentHere 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 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.

• NEVER release plants, fish or animals into a body of water unless they came out of that body of water.

Known Nevada Invaders:

Quagga Mussels

Eurasian Watermilfoil

Northern Pike

New Zealand Mudsnail

EASTERN NEVADACave Lake – ADA pier and disabled parking.

SOUTHERN NEVADAEagle Valley Reservoir – Accessible fishing pier and boat ramp.

Lake Mohave – On the Nevada side of Lake Mohave, Cottonwood Cove has ADA accessible boat docks, fish cleaning stations, restrooms, marina, and restaurant. On the Arizona side of Lake Mohave, both Willow Beach and Kather-ine’s Landing have the same amenities as Cot-tonwood Cove and ADA accessible fishing piers.

Lake Mead – Access varies with lake level. Con-tact National Park Service at 702-293-8990.

Veteran’s Memorial Park Pond – Accessible fishing around the pond via a paved path.

Sunset Park Pond – Accessible fishing around the pond via a paved path.

Lorenzi Park Pond – Accessible fishing around the pond via a paved path.

Floyd Lamb Park Ponds – Paved and hard dirt paths around ponds provide access.

WESTERN NEVADASparks Marina – One fishing pier at the south-west end of the lake.

Paradise Pond – Two concrete fishing platforms on the east side of the north pond.

Virginia Lake – One fishing pier on the east side.

Marilyn’s Pond – One fishing pier.

Verdi Pond at Crystal Peak Park – Three acces-sible ramps and piers.

Mitch Park Pond (Gardnerville, NV) – One con-crete fishing platform.

Baily Fishing Pond – One fishing pier.

Mason Valley WMA: One ADA accessible boat ramp at North Pond. The front dike at Hink-son Slough, Bass Pond and North Pond can be accessed quite easily by the ADA. There are four ADA accessible bathrooms: one at Hink-son Slough, one at the Sandridge Campground, one at the Shoveler Parking Area and one by the boat ramp and campground for North Pond.

Humboldt WMA: One ADA bathroom at the campground.

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 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 [email protected] or call one of our regional offices listed on page 3.

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EASTERN REGION GENERAL REGULATIONSOpen year around, any hour of the day or night.

EASTERN REGION LIMITSExcept as noted under “Special Regulations,” the limits are as follows:

S T R E A M S A N D RI V E RSElko County: The limit is 10 trout, 10 moun-tain whitefish, and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass. No limit on northern pike or yellow perch (un-limited possession). No bull trout are allowed in possession.

Eureka, Lander and White Pine Counties: The limit is 10 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass. No limit on northern pike or yellow perch (un-limited possession).

L A K E S A N D R E S E RVO I RSElko, Eureka, Lander and White Pine Counties: The limit is 5 trout, and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass. No limit on yellow perch (unlimited possession).

BAIT REGULATIONSWhile fishing in this region, 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 may be used only in the water from which it is taken. See page 40 for more regulations on the use of bait fish.

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.

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R E G U L A T O N S

A T T E N T I O N T R O U T A N G L E R S – I D E N T I F Y Y O U R C AT C H I N T H E J A R B I D G EWhen 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

No black spots on dorsal fin

Rainbow Trout

Black spots on dorsal fin

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EASTERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONSAREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMITELKO COUNTYAngel 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 its tributary streams

Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout and 10 mountain whitefish, except the possession 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 High Lakes (except for Angel Lake)

Year round; any hour of the day or night 10 trout

Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge Year round in all areas except as posted. Refuge is open 2 hours before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset.

From Jan 1 - June 14: limit is 3 trout and 5 black bass.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 the Humboldt River from the Lucky Nugget Subdivision causeway downstream to its confluence with the Humboldt River

Year round; any hour of the day or night. Exception: March 1 - June 30, catch and release fishing only for black bass.

5 trout, 1 black bass, 1 white bass hybrid (wiper) and 5 channel catfish. *Minimum size for black bass and white bass hybrids is 15 inches total length.

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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 the Lucky Nugget Subdivision causeway upstream to Lee

Year round; any hour of the day or night 1 trout

Special Regulations: Only artifcial lures with single barbless hooks may be used.

Wildhorse Reservoir and all inlet and outlet streams including Penrod Creek up to the bridge below the Gold Creek Ranger Station

Year round; any hour of the day or night. Exception: March 1 - June 30, catch and release fishing only for black bass.

5 trout, 1 black bass, 1 white bass hybrid (wiper) and 5 channel catfish. *Minimum size for black bass and white 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 inlet stream up to State Route 11

Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout and 10 mountain whitefish and 10 black bass. *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 inlet and outlet streams

Year round; 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset. 5 trout and 5 black bass. *Minimum size for black bass is 10 inches total length. *No limit on yellow perch (unlim-ited 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 and White Pine Counties

Year round in all areas except as posted. Refuge is open 2 hours before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset.

From Jan. 1 through June 14: limit is 3 trout and 5 black 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 and White River

Year round; any hour of the day or night. 5 trout

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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SOUTHERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONSAREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMIT

CLARK COUNTYCarpenter Canyon Creek Year round; any hour of the day or night 2 trout

Clark County Urban Ponds: (Veteran’s Memorial Park Pond, Lorenzi Park Pond, Mesquite Urban Pond-Hafen Lane Pond, Sunset Park Pond and Floyd Lamb Park Pond)

Year round; hours are when the park is open to public use.

3 game fish

Cold Creek Pond and Cold Creek Year round; any hour of the day or night 3 game fish

SOUTHERN REGION GENERAL REGULATIONSOpen year around, any hour of the day or night, except where noted under special regulations.

SOUTHERN REGION LIMITSExcept as noted under “Southern Region Special Regulations” the limits are as follows: Clark, Esmeralda, Lincoln and Nye counties: the limit is 10 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass.

BAIT REGULATIONSSee page 40 for more regulations on the use of baitfish.

TACKLE RESTRICTIONSIn Lake Mead, Lake Mohave and the Colorado River, the use of more than two hooks for bait or flies is prohibited. See below and on page 37 in General Regulations for further information. (Refer to NAC 503.590)

ARTIFICIAL LURE WATERSSee page 37.

SPEARFISHING/BOWFISHINGPersons may spearfish for striped bass in Lake Mead and in Lake Mohave from Cottonwood Cove to the cable below Hoover Dam. Spearfishing for 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 line. In Lakes Mead and Mohave and the Colorado River system, spearfishing is prohibited within 1/2 mile of any dock or swimming area. See page 36 in General Regulations for further information

When spearfishing, a person must display, within 100 feet, an appropriate diver’s flag. A mechanical spearing device may be used only un-der the surface of the water, and the spear must be attached to the device by a lanyard. Fishing license regulations apply when spearfishing. (Refer to NAC 503.590-592)

Brandon Boone with a carp caught in Sunset Park

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.


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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 as posted.

5 trout, 6 black bass, 10 striped bass and 25 catfish. *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 as posted.

5 trout, 6 black bass, 25 catfish and 15 crappie. *No limit 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.


Lake Mohave Year round; any hour of the day or night, except in areas as posted.

5 trout, 6 black bass, 25 catfish and 15 crappie. *No limit 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.


Virgin River and Muddy (Moapa) River systems

Year round; any hour of the day or night 5 trout, 6 black bass, 25 catfish, 15 crappie and 20 striped 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 Wash above the reservoir

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. *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-ment Area)

Year round, any hour of the day or night except the por-tion above the old fence line as posted closed to entry from Feb. 15 - August 15 and closed to fishing during waterfowl season.

10 bullhead and 15 other warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass.

Special Regulations: See boat restrictions on page 54.

Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge Year round, any hour of the day or night except North Marsh which is closed to fishing during the waterfowl hunting season.

3 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 5 may be black bass.

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 COUNTYBeatty 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 upper portions of Adams-McGill, Cold Springs and Haymeadow Reservoirs, which are closed to trespass 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.

5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass. *You may only possess 5 black bass from April 1 - June 30.

Special Regulations: See boat restrictions on page 54.

Kirch Wildlife Management Area Tule Reservoir

Open Aug. 16 - Feb. 14 any hour of the day or night. 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass.

Kirch Wildlife Management Area Dacey Reservoir

Year round except the upper portions of Dacey Reservoir closed to trespass Feb. 15 - Aug. 15 as posted. A 100-yard area as posted around the inflow from Hot Creek to Dacey Reservoir is closed to fishing Jan. 1 - April 1.

1 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 10 may be black bass. *Zero (0) black bass (catch and release only) from April 1 - June 30.

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.

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WESTERN REGION SPECIAL REGULATIONSAREA SEASON AND HOURS OF OPERATION LIMITCARSON CITYBaily Fishing Pond in Carson Season is open year around during the hours the park is

open to the public.Limit is 3 game fish.

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.

WESTERN REGION GENERAL REGULATIONSOpen year around, any hour of the day or night.

WESTERN REGION LIMITSExcept as noted under “Special Regulations” the limits are as follows:

Carson City, Douglas County, Mineral County, Storey County and Washoe County: The limit is 5 trout, 10 mountain whitefish and 15 warm-water game fish of which not more than 5 may be black bass.

Churchill County and Lyon County: The limit is 5 trout, 10 mountain whitefish and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 5 may be black bass and 5 may be walleye.

Humboldt and Pershing County: The limit is 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 5 may be black bass and 5 may be walleye.

ARTIFICIAL LURE WATERSSee page 37.

TACKLE RESTRICTIONSIn the waters of the Truckee River, from 1000 feet below Derby Dam downstream to the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation boundary, only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used from February 1 through May 31. Only one single barbless hook may be attached to each hook eye or ring of the lure. See page 37 in General Regulations for further information.

BAIT REGULATIONSSee page 40.

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.


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Bruce Castro caught this 5lb 2oz smallmouth bass in Topaz Lake



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CARSON CITY (CONTINUED)Lake Tahoe and Tributaries Season is open year around, 1 hour before sunrise to 2

hours after sunset, except for the following closed areas: 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.

Limits are 5 game fish of which not more than 2 may be mackinaw (lake trout).

Marlette Lake, tributaries and outlet stream Season is July 15 through Sept. 30, 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset.

Limit is zero (0) fish, catch and release fishing only. Only artificial lures

CHURCHILL COUNTYLahontan Reservoir Season is open year around, any hour of the day or night

except for the Lahontan Dam spilling pool (bowl) which is closed to fishing.

Limit is 15 game fish of which not more than 5 may be black bass, 5 may be walleye, and 2 may be white bass or 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 all waters in Lahontan Valley

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 black bass and 5 may be walleye.

Liberty Pond Season is open year around, during the hours the park is open to the public.

Limit is 3 game fish.

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

DOUGLAS COUNTYLake Tahoe and Tributaries See Carson City County.Mitch Park Pond, Lampe Parke Pond, Mar-tin Slough Pond

Season is open year around, hours when park is open to the public.


Spooner Lake Season is open year around, 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset.

Limit is 5 trout.

Topaz Lake Season is open January 1 through September 30, 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset, except for the area within the jetties of Topaz Marina which is closed to fishing.

Limit is 5 trout.

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 COUNTYBig Springs Reservoir Season is open the second Saturday in May through the

last day of February, any hour of the day or night.Limit is 5 trout.

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 November 15, any hour of the day or night.

Limit is 5 trout.

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 open to the public.


Knott Creek Reservoir including inlet and outlet streams

Season is open the second Saturday in June through November 15, any hour of the day or night.

Limit is 1 trout, minimum size 18 inches total length.

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 November 15, any hour of the day or night.

Limit is 5 trout.

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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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 Management area

Season is open the second Saturday in February through September 30, 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset.

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

Limit is 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 2 may be black bass. Minimum size for black bass is 14 inches total length.”

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 day or night.

Limit is 5 trout and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 2 may be black bass. Minimum size for black bass is 14 inches total length.

Kuenzli Pond, Hatchery Outpond 1, Hatch-ery Outpond 2 and Hatchery Outpond 3

Season is open on the first Saturday in May, from 8 a.m. to sunset.

Limit is 3 game fish of which not more than 1 may be 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, except in that portion from Derby Dam downstream 1,000 feet, which is closed to fishing.

Limit is 3 game fish except in that portion 1,000 feet downstream of Derby Dam to the boundary of the 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.

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WASHOE COUNTYCatnip Reservoir, tributaries and outlet stream

Season open the second Saturday in June through November 15, any hour of the day or night.

Limit 1 trout

Special Regulations: Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used.Hobart Reservoir and tributarie and Franktown Creek downstream from Hobart Reservoir to Red House

Season open May 1 through September 30, 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset.

Limit is 5 trout, only one of which is longer than 14 inches.

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,

except in that portion from Derby Dam downstream 1,000 feet, which is closed to fishing.

Limit is 3 game fish except in that portion 1,000 feet downstream of Derby Dam to the boundary of the 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 Marina, Davis Creek Park Pond, Marilyn’s Pond, Paradise Pond, Virginia Lake, Idlewild Ponds, Rancho San Rafael Pond, Wilson Common and Verdi Pond

Season is open year around, during public park hours. Limit is 3 game fish.

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.


H E A L T H A D V I S O R YThe Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health has issued health advisories that recommend limiting consumption of fish species from seven Northern Nevada waters, due to elevated methylmercury levels.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 Lahontan Valley. No consumption of white bass from Little and Big Washoe Lakes; no consumption of wipers and walleye and no more than one eight-ounce meal per week of any other fish from Rye Patch Reservoir and no consumption of walleye from Chimney Dam Reservoir. For more information, go to www.ndow.org.

I N T E R S TAT E WAT E R S F I S H I N G A N D L I C E N S E I N F O R M AT I O NFor information on fishing on interstate waters and license requirements: Lake Tahoe and Topaz Lake, see pages 48 and 49. Lake Mead, Lake Mohave and the Colorado River, see page 47.

A T T E N T I O N A N G L E R S - M A S O N V A L L E Y W I L D L I F E M A N A G E M E N T A R E AThe 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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AREA BODIES OF WATER SEASON RESTRICTIONS USE OF VESSELS CAMPING & USE OF CAMPFIRESBruneau River WMA (Elko Co.)

Bruneau River N/A N/A Camping & campfires are permitted. Camping is not permitted in any build-ing or other structure located within the WMA.

Key Pittman WMA (Lincoln Co.)

Nesbitt Lake Access restricted from Feb. 15 through Aug. 15 in the portion of Nesbitt Lake north of the buoy line.

Flat wake restriction in effect. Camping & campfires not permitted.

Kirch WMA (Nye Co.)

Dacey Reservoir, Tule Reservoir, Cold Springs Reservoir, Haymeadow Reservoir, and Adams-McGill Reservoir

Access restricted from Feb. 15 through Aug. 15 in the upper portion of Adams-McGill, Cold Springs, Dacey and Haymeadow reservoirs, and all of the Tule Reservoir.

Flat wake restriction in effect. Vessels may not exceed 5 nautical miles per hour.Only vessels without motors may be used on the Dacey Reservoir from Feb. 15 through August 15. Flat wake restriction in effect all other dates.

Camping & campfires only permitted within the David Deacon Campground.

Mason Valley WMA (Lyon Co.)

Hinkson Slough, North Pond, Bass Pond, Beaver Slough, Crappie Pond, Walker River

Season is open the sec-ond Saturday in February through September 30.

Flat wake restriction in effect. Camping & campfires only permitted in those sites designated for camping.

Mason Valley WMA (Lyon Co.)

Eastside Waterfowl Series Ponds

Access restricted from Feb. 15 through Aug. 15. Fishing season is open Aug. 16 through Sept. 30.

All vessels are prohibited from Feb. 15 through Aug. 15 each year. Flat wake restriction in effect.

Camping & campfires only permitted in those sites designated for camping.

Overton WMA (Clark Co.)

Lake Mead, Honeybee Pond, Center Pond

Access restricted from March 1 through Aug. 1 on Honeybee Pond and Center Pond.

Vessels are prohibited on all ponds. Vessels are allowed on the portion of the area inundated by Lake Mead, except that on Overton Hunt Days, vessels may be used only by persons authorized to hunt waterfowl.

Camping & campfires only permitted within the rest and trails areas.

Steptoe Valley WMA (White Pine Co.)

Comins Lake N/A Waterskiing authorized between 11 a.m. and sunset. During other hours flat wake restriction in effect.

Camping & campfires not permitted.

WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAWildlife Management Areas (WMA) are man-aged specifically for their wildlife values. Fishing is provided on some of the areas and anglers are subject to the following regulations.

V E H I C U L A R T R AV E L (N AC 50 4 .115)Vehicular travel within a WMA may be controlled so as to not impact area management and for safe and beneficial use of the area by both the public and the wildlife. Within a Wildlife Management Area, it is prohibited to operate a motor vehicle off an interior road or trail that is designated for vehicular travel; or on an interior road or trail that is marked as closed to vehicular travel.

R E MOVA L (N AC 50 4 .110)Persons may be removed from a WMA for disor-derly conduct, intoxication or any other conduct which endangers the area, other persons, or wildlife and livestock.

L IT T E RI N G (N AC 50 4 .155)The Department may deny further use of a WMA to any person who abuses or litters the area.

LAUGHLIN AREAThe following activities are prohibited within the Laughlin boating and fishermen’s access area in Clark County:

• Camping in any type of motor vehicle or recreational vehicle;

• Erecting a tent or structure for the purpose of sleeping or living in it;

• Parking any type of motor vehicle or rec-reational vehicle or otherwise blocking or restricting the access of a person or vessel, to the boat ramp;

• Parking a bus hired to carry passengers or a semi-trailer anywhere within the access area;

• Parking a motor vehicle in the access area in a location other than a designated park-ing space; or

• Being under the influence of a controlled substance or an intoxicating liquor, or con-suming an intoxicating liquor.

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DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT!L I F E JAC K E T SOne correctly sized life jacket is required by law for each person on board. Children under the age of 13-years-old must wear it.

T Y PE I V F LOTAT I O N A I DAny boat 16 feet or longer must carry a type IV throwable cushion or ring.

F I R E E X T I N GU IS H E RMost boats that use gasoline must carry one, and it must be charged. Larger boats need two or even three fire extinguishers.

MU F F LI N G D E V I C EEvery boat must be properly muffled.

WAT E R S K I A N D D I V E F L AGSIf you ski or dive you need to display the ap-propriate signal flag.

SO U N D PRO D U C I N G D E V I C EAll boats must carry a horn, whistle or other sound producing device.

A N C H O RIf the boat breaks down, an anchor is essential for protecting yourself and your boat, although not legally required.

V ISUA L D IS T R E SS S I G N A L SThough not required, signal flares and flags can attract attention if the need arises.

BOATI NG SAF E T Y

C R I T I C A L E Q U I P M E N T

F O L L O W T H E B O A T I N G S A F E T Y S E V E NIf you remember nothing else about boating rules, remember the Boating Safety Seven. Boating can be a fun activity for the entire family, but you should go boating with safety in mind to make sure your great day on the water doesn’t turn sour. NDOW reminds you to have a good time, and be safe...it just makes sense.

1. Wear your life jacket

2. Take a boating education course

3. Carry all your required safety gear

4. Know your boat and its limitations

5. Follow the boating “rules of the road”

6. Be aware of weather and water conditions

7. Boat sober and be considerate of other boaters

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The following information provides a summary of some of the boating laws and regulations for Nevada anglers who use boats. Safe boating in Nevada starts with knowing Nevada’s boating regulations. All boats in Nevada are required to carry safety equipment appropriate to the type and size of vessel used, and every boater should know and practice safe boating, including learning the rules of the road. To learn more about boating in Nevada, contact NDOW and request a Nevada Boater’s Handbook or visit Nevada’s safe boating website: www.ndow.org.

REDUCED SPEED AREAS1. On the following waters, a vessel must be

operated at a speed that leaves a flat wake, but in no case may a vessel be operated at a speed in excess of 5 nautical miles per hour:(a) Bassett Lake in White Pine County(b) Cave Lake in White Pine County(c) Knott Creek Reservoir in Humboldt

County(d) Jakes Creek Reservoir in Elko County(e) Onion Valley Reservoir in Humboldt

County(f) Wayne E. Kirch Wildlife Management

Area in Nye County(g) The lagoon south of Laughlin in Clark

County within Section 33, T 32 S. R. 66E. M.D.B.&M., as marked with signs or buoys, or both

(h) Likes Lake in Churchill County(i) The Pitt-Taylor Arm of Rye Patch Reservoir

in Pershing County(j) Illipah Reservoir in White Pine County(k) Mason Valley Wildlife Management

Area in Lyon County(l) Upper Wall Canyon Reservoir in Wash-

oe County(m) Echo Canyon Reservoir in Lincoln

County(n) Silver Creek Reservoir in White Pine

County; and(o) Key Pittman Wildlife Management Area

in Lincoln County(p) Colorado River, the backwater south of

Big Bend of the Colorado State Recre-ation Area within sec. 5, T. 33 S., R. 66 E., M.D.B. & M., as marked with signs or buoys, or both

(q) Jiggs Reservoir2. All boat harbors and other areas designated

by buoys on any of the following waters are zones in which a vessel must be operated at a speed that leaves a flat wake, but in no case may a vessel be operated at a speed in excess of 5 nautical miles per hour:(a) Lake Mead National Recreation Area

in Clark County(b) South Fork Reservoir in Elko County(c) Wildhorse Reservoir in Elko County(d) Lake Tahoe, Zephyr Cove, Cave Rock,

Round Hill Pines Beach and Glenbrook

Bay in Douglas County; Sand Harbor, Incline Village General Improvement District Boat Ramp and Crystal Shores West in Washoe County

(e) Washoe Lake State Park Boat Ramps in Washoe County

(f) Walker Lake State Recreation Area and Sportsmen’s Beach in Mineral County

(g) Lahontan Reservoir, Churchill Beach, and North Shore Marina in Churchill County; Silver Springs Beach in Lyon County

(h) Rye Patch Reservoir, Rye Patch Dam Access in Pershing County

(i) Topaz Lake boat ramps in Douglas County

(j) Colorado River, adjacent to Harrah’s Casino in Laughlin in Clark County; and

(k) Big Bend of the Colorado River State Recreation Area in the lagoon used for launching boats in Clark County

(Refer to NAC 488.455)

BOATING PROHIBITED AREAS Vessels are prohibited in areas which are desig-nated by signs or buoys as follows:

1. Within the Lake Mead National Recreation Area;

2. On the Colorado River:(a) Below Davis Dam; and(b) The swimming area of Harrah’s Casino

in Laughlin;3. On Lake Tahoe at:

(a) The main beaches at Sand Harbor and Divers’ Cove within Lake Tahoe State Park;

(b) The swimming area of the Incline Vil-lage General Improvement District and Burnt Cedar Beach;

(c) The swimming area of Galilee at the Episcopal Camp and Conference Cen-ter;

(d) The swimming area of the Lakeridge General Improvement District;

(e) The swimming area of the Glenbrook Homeowner’s Association;

(f) The swimming area of the Hyatt Re-gency Lake Tahoe;

(g) The swimming area of the Zephyr Cove Marina;

(h) The swimming area of Crystal Shores West; and

(i) The swimming and beach area adjacent to Nevada Beach described in 33CFR 162.215.

4. At the dam and swim beach at the state recreation area in Rye Patch Reservoir;

5. At Lahontan Reservoir Dam;6. At South Fork Reservoir Dam;7. At Wildhorse Reservoir Dam;8. At Eagle Valley Dam at Spring Valley State

Park;9. At Chimney Reservoir Dam in Humboldt

County;10. At the county swim beach at Topaz Lake; and 11. At the swimming area and dive area at Sparks

Marina Park.(Refer to NAC 488.465)

BOATING RESTRICTIONS IN WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREAS(See page 52 for table of restrictions.)

1. Except as otherwise provided in this section, use of vessels is restricted in the following Wildlife Management Areas:(a) In the Overton Wildlife Management

Area, located in Clark County, vessels are prohibited on all ponds. Vessels are allowed on the portion of the area inundated by Lake Mead, except that on Overton Hunt Days, vessels may be used only by persons authorized to hunt waterfowl;

(b) In the Humboldt Wildlife Management Area, located in Churchill and Pershing Counties:(1) All vessels are prohibited on the

ponds in the Humboldt and Tou-lon Sink areas 5 days before the opening day of the waterfowl season.

(2) Airboats are prohibited on the Humboldt Sink until 1 hour after the legal shooting time on the opening day of the waterfowl season.

(3) Airboats are prohibited on the Toulon portion of the area during the waterfowl season.

(c) In the Mason Valley Wildlife Manage-ment Area, located in Lyon County, all vessels are prohibited from February 15 through August 15 of each year, except on:(1) Hinkson Slough;(2) Bass Pond;

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(3) Crappie Pond;(4) Beaver Slough;(5) The Walker River; and(6) North Pond.

(d) In the Fort Churchill Cooling Pond Co-operative Wildlife Management Area, all vessels and floating devices, except for vessels used by employees of NV Energy in the performance of their offi-cial duties, are prohibited on the pond.

(e) In the Wayne E. Kirch Wildlife Manage-ment Area, only vessels without mo-tors may be used on Dacey Reservoir from February 15 through August 15 of each year.

2. The provisions of subsection 1 do not apply to vessels owned, operated and used for of-ficial purposes by the Department.

3. For the purposes of this section, a vessel is being used if the vessel: (a) is upon the waters of this state, including, without limitation, if it is tied or fastened to a dock, mooring or shore; and (b) is not aground on the shore.

(Refer to NAC 488.467)

AREAS LIMITED TO BOATS WITHOUT MOTORS AND BOATS WITH ELECTRIC MOTORS1. Only vessels without motors are permitted

on the following waters: Waters County (a) Angel Lake .......................Elko (b) Blue Lakes .......................Humboldt (c) Marlette Lake ................Washoe2. Only vessels without motors and vessels

which are powered by electric motors are 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)

F E D E R A L B O A T I N G R E G U L A T I O N SInformational Note: The following areas are subject to Federal Regulations in addition to the general provisions of the Nevada Boat Act, which include rules for registration, equipment, and operation. Please contact refuge managers for descriptions of restricted zones and/or motor and speed regulations prior to your visit. Regulations are subject to change.

Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge Phone: (775) 725-3417Boats without motors (except electric motors) are permitted on the Upper Lake, Middle Ponds, and Lower Lake.The North Marsh is closed to boating, including float tubes.

Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge Phone: (775) 779-2237• North of Brown Dike

No boats permitted. Float tubes permitted in Unit 21 as posted.• South of Brown Dike (South Marsh)

» 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 Collection Ditch at west end of Brown Dike, as posted.

» June 15 through July 31: ONLY motorless boats, float tubes and boats with electric motors are permitted. Boats with gas motors prohibited.

» August 1 through December 31: Motorless boats, float tubes and boats propelled by motors with 10 h.p. or less are permitted.

Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge Phone: (775) 941-0199Big Springs Reservoir, Dufurrena Ponds and Catnip Reservoir: Anglers may bank fish, fish by wading, or use nonmotorized boats, boats with electric motors, float tubes and similar flotation devices only.

Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge Phone: (775) 423-5128Special boating regulations are now in effect at Stillwater NWR. Contact refuge manager before operating a boat in this area. Fishing is not allowed.

Waders

Fishing Gear

Canoes/Kayaks

Buckets

Boats

Fishing Poles

CLEAN, DRAIN AND DRY!HELP PROTECT NEVADA’S WATERS

INSPECT AND DECONTAMINATE YOUR WATERCRAFT AND EQUIPMENTHere 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.

Stop the spread of aquatic hitchhikers! Clean, Drain and Dry your:

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

Quagga Mussels Eurasian Watermilfoil New Zealand Mudsnail NorthernPike

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

COM PLE T E I N FO R M AT I O N B E LOW FO R S PE C I E S C AU G H T

FO R A N AT I V E S P O RT F IS H TO B E CO N S I D E R E D FO R T H E N AT I V E F IS H -S L A M PRO G R A M T H E FO LLOW I N G MUS T A PPLY:

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.

M A I L E N T RI E S A N D PH OTOS TO :Fisheries DivisionNevada Department of Wildlife6980 Sierra Center Parkway, Suite 120Reno, NV 89511

Bonneville Cutthroat TroutWater where caught County where caught Date caught

Bull Trout Water where caught County where caught Date caught

Lahontan Cutthroat TroutWater where caught County where caught Date caught

Mountain WhitefishWater where caught County where caught Date caught

Redband TroutWater where caught County where caught Date caught

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ENTER YOUR FISH - IT MAY BE A TROPHYThe 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.2. Smallmouth Bass ................................................................................3 lbs.3. Spotted Bass ........................................................................................2 lbs.4. Striped Bass ...................................................................................... 20 lbs.5. White Bass ...........................................................................................2 lbs.6. Carp ..................................................................................................... 15 lbs.7. Bullhead Catfish ...................................................................................1 lb.8. Channel Catfish ............................................................................... 10 lbs.9. White Catfish ......................................................................................4 lbs.10. Black Crappie ......................................................................................2 lbs.11. White Crappie .....................................................................................2 lbs.12. Sacramento Perch ..............................................................................2 lbs.13. Yellow Perch ......................................................................................0.5 lb.14. Kokanee Salmon .................................................................................2 lbs.15. Bluegill Sunfish......................................................................................1 lb.16. Green Sunfish ....................................................................................0.5 lb.17. Pumpkinseed Sunfish .....................................................................0.5 lb.18. Redear Sunfish ..................................................................................0.5 lb.19. Brook Trout ..........................................................................................2 lbs.20. Brown Trout .........................................................................................5 lbs.21. Cutthroat Trout ................................................................................ 10 lbs.22. Bull Trout ............................................................................................0.5 lb.23. Mackinaw Trout ............................................................................... 10 lbs.24. Rainbow Trout ....................................................................................5 lbs.25. Rainbow/Cutthroat Hybrid Trout .............................................. 10 lbs.26. Tiger Trout ............................................................................................2 lbs.27. Walleye .................................................................................................6 lbs.28. Mt. Whitefish ........................................................................................1 lb.29. Wiper (White/Striped Bass Hybrid) .............................................5 lbs.

For a fish to be considered in the Nevada Trophy Fish Program the following must apply:

1. Fish must be taken legally from Nevada waters.2. Weight is to be taken of whole fish before freezing.3. Length is to be measured from tip of nose to tip of tail.4. Measurements must be witnessed by two other persons, at least one

of whom must not be a relative of angler entering contest.5. Angler must provide positive means of identifying the species of fish

and include an adequate photograph.*6. Entry must be made within calendar year of date caught to be included

in that year’s contest.7. If the fish being entered is a possible Nevada State Record, the fish

must be weighed on a scale which has been certified as accurate. The fish must also be witnessed by a Nevada Department of Wildlife employee.

8. An entry form must be submitted within 60 days of the fish being caught. To be considered for the Trophy Fish Book, all entries must be submitted by Jan. 31.

* All photos and stories submitted may be used in NDOW publications and on the agency website unless otherwise requested.

Mail entries and photos to:Fisheries DivisionNevada Department of Wildlife6980 Sierra Center Parkway, Suite 120Reno, NV 89511

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

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SPECIES WEIGHT LENGTH NAME OF WATER NEVADA RECORD HOLDER

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WORLD 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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