FISHING IN NEVADA

Although Nevada is widely known as the driest state, it is home to over 200 lakes and reservoirs and 600 streams and rivers, which provide nearly 400,000 surface acres of sport fishing opportunity. 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 the pristine waters of Lake Tahoe are within Nevada



FIND FISHING SPOTS NEAR YOU






TOP FISHING SPOTS IN NEVADA

TOPAZ LAKE

Rainbow and brown trout abound at this beautiful county park near Carson, Nev.

LAKE TAHOE STATE PARK

Lake Tahoe is a fishing haven for families. Whether fishing from shore or by boat, anglers can catch brown trout, and lake trout.

WINGFIELD PARK

The Truckee River flows through Reno, Nevada offering great fishing opportunities for families, also kayaks, picnic areas, and more.


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COMMON CATCHES IN NEVADA



walleye

WALLEYE

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

Walleye have needle-like teeth, bite well when the waters are cold, and make excellent table fare.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6.5 and 7 feet long medium-action graphite rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 8 or 10 pound test monofilament fishing line
Lure Jigs, Plastic Baits, Crankbaits, Bottom Bouncers


LARGEMOUTH BASS

LARGEMOUTH BASS

FIND WHERE TO CATCH


The largemouth bass is the most popular freshwater game fish.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6.5 foot medium or medium-heavy action graphite spinning rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 8-pound test monofilament fishing line
Lure Spinnerbaits, Crankbaits, Frog & Toad Fishing Baits, Soft Plastic Baits, Topwater Fishing Baits


channel catfish

CHANNEL CATFISH

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

The channel catfish is very highly regarded for its food and sports value.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6-7-foot, medium-heavy spinning rod
Reel Spinning reel
Line 14-pound or stronger abrasion-resistant monofilament line
Lure Terminal tackle (circle or bait hooks, treble hooks, egg sinkers), live worms or minnows, cut-bait


SMALLMOUTH BASS

SMALLMOUTH BASS

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

There is no doubt that the smallmouth bass rivals the largemouth in popularity.

GEAR TO USE
Rod 6-7.5 foot rod built for light line
Reel Spinning reel
Line 8-pound test monofilament fishing line
Lure Jerkbaits, Crankbaits, Jigs, Spinnerbait, Hook and a Worm (the best)


RAINBOW TROUT

RAINBOW TROUT

FIND WHERE TO CATCH


The rainbow trout is an extremely valuable species in any and all of its forms.

GEAR TO USE
Rod Light (2-8 lbs) spinning rod
Reel 1500 spinning reel
Line 2-4 pound test fishing line
Lure Deli Shrimp, Dew Worm, Krill, Marshmellow, Single Salmon Egg, Artificial Baits


BLACK CRAPPIE

BLACK CRAPPIE

FIND WHERE TO CATCH

Crappies are members of the sunfish and the black bass family.

GEAR TO USE
Rod Ultralight spinning or spincast combos
Reel Spinning reel
Line 4-10 pound test monofilament fishing line
Lure Fishing Hooks, Jigs (various colors and weights), Spoons, Mini-Crankbaits (use bobbers or floats as well)

TYPES OF FISHING IN NEVADA



lakes and ponds

LAKES & PONDS

Learn about the structures in lakes and ponds. Learn where to find fish, tips and more.



streams and rivers

STREAMS & RIVERS

River & stream fishing means knowing where the water is moving, and how fish behave in it.



RESERVOIRS

RESERVOIRS

Reservoirs offer great fishing opportunities for every angler.

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