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Walker River (NV)


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Rating - Fair   

Wednesday, Mar 13 2024
East ForkElectrofishing survey results estimated trout density to be (fromupstream to downstream) 1,191 trout per mile at Rosaschi Ranch,1,186 at the Elbow, 503 at the Ravenelle, 191 at Raccoon Beach62 at Flying M and 59 at Rafter 7 Ranch. Trout density at somelocations are occasionally influenced by a large majority ofhatchery fish (common problem at the Elbow). During 2022,greater than average juvenile and adult Brown Trout abundancewas observed. Downstream fish densities (Ravenelle, RaccoonBeach, Rafter 7, etc.) rebounded from lows observed during 2017-2021. During 2023 the large increase in flow will improve trouthabitat and should provide an abundant fish population during2024. Stocking at typical locations should occur during spring,early summer, and fall as temperatures allow. Angling conditionsare expected to be difficult early on but improving as flows returnto normal during summer. Most fish will be in the in the 10-14 sizerange with a few pushing 18- 20. During the hot summer months,be mindful of overstressing trout that you plan to release. West ForkIn most locations, the west fork can be categorized as a put-andtake fishery. Flow out of Topaz this year will be cool and plentifulproviding some thermal relief during summer, and plenty of habitatfor carryover into fall 2023. Summertime carryover is typicallylimited because there are no minimum flow requirements, and theriver occasionally will go nearly dry during fall, that will not be thecase this year. Stocking typically begins during March (this maybe delayed due to flooding conditions) and will continue untilsummertime water temperatures are too high, usually around lateJune. Fall stocking occurs as habitat conditions and hatchery fishavailability allow. Angling for 10-12 trout from the Topaz Canaldownstream to Yerington following stocking events typicallyproduces a few trout and a lot of smiles. Please be mindful ofprivate property throughout the Smith and Mason Valley areas,there are plenty of spots with public access. Wilson Canyon andDouglas County Parks and Recreation at Topaz offer primitivecamping opportunities.

Wednesday, Mar 13 2024




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Walker River (NV)

RECEIVE FISHING REPORT UPDATES!


Rating - Fair

East ForkElectrofishing survey results estimated trout density to be (fromupstream to downstream) 1,191 trout per mile at Rosaschi Ranch,1,186 at the Elbow, 503 at the Ravenelle, 191 at Raccoon Beach62 at Flying M and 59 at Rafter 7 Ranch. Trout density at somelocations are occasionally influenced by a large majority ofhatchery fish (common problem at the Elbow). During 2022,greater than average juvenile and adult Brown Trout abundancewas observed. Downstream fish densities (Ravenelle, RaccoonBeach, Rafter 7, etc.) rebounded from lows observed during 2017-2021. During 2023 the large increase in flow will improve trouthabitat and should provide an abundant fish population during2024. Stocking at typical locations should occur during spring,early summer, and fall as temperatures allow. Angling conditionsare expected to be difficult early on but improving as flows returnto normal during summer. Most fish will be in the in the 10-14 sizerange with a few pushing 18- 20. During the hot summer months,be mindful of overstressing trout that you plan to release. West ForkIn most locations, the west fork can be categorized as a put-andtake fishery. Flow out of Topaz this year will be cool and plentifulproviding some thermal relief during summer, and plenty of habitatfor carryover into fall 2023. Summertime carryover is typicallylimited because there are no minimum flow requirements, and theriver occasionally will go nearly dry during fall, that will not be thecase this year. Stocking typically begins during March (this maybe delayed due to flooding conditions) and will continue untilsummertime water temperatures are too high, usually around lateJune. Fall stocking occurs as habitat conditions and hatchery fishavailability allow. Angling for 10-12 trout from the Topaz Canaldownstream to Yerington following stocking events typicallyproduces a few trout and a lot of smiles. Please be mindful ofprivate property throughout the Smith and Mason Valley areas,there are plenty of spots with public access. Wilson Canyon andDouglas County Parks and Recreation at Topaz offer primitivecamping opportunities.


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