🐟 What fish can you catch in Elko?

Most commonly caught species around Elko , NV : Largemouth bass - 256 reported catches Rainbow trout - 189 reported catches Smallmouth bass - 89 reported catches Yellow perch - 44 reported catches Brook trout - 33 reported catches .

📢 What are the latest Elko fishing reports?

The latest Elko , NV fishing reports are: @nathanslauter reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Humboldt River . @nathanslauter reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Humboldt River . @nathanslauter reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Humboldt River . @nathanslauter reported a nice Channel catfish at Humboldt River . @dominykvazquez reported a nice Yellow perch at Spring Creek Reservoir . .

Fishing in Elko, NV

Q: 🎣 Where to fish in Elko, Nevada?

Anglers in Elko , NV recommend these top fishing spots: South Fork Reservoir , Spring Creek Reservoir , Humboldt River , South Fork Humboldt River , Spring Creek .

Q: 📅 What is the best time to go fishing in Elko?

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Top fish species in Elko

Latest Elko fishing reports

Smallmouth bass

Humboldt River

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Smallmouth bass

Humboldt River

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Smallmouth bass

Humboldt River

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Channel catfish

Humboldt River

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Yellow perch

Spring Creek Reservoir

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Rainbow trout

South Fork Reservoir

13 in · 1 lb

White bass

Humboldt River

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Spring Creek Reservoir

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Rainbow trout

Spring Creek Reservoir

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Largemouth bass

Spring Creek Reservoir

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Fishing regulations in Elko

Disclaimer: Always check local fishing regulations, water access rights and land ownership before fishing, regardless of any catches logged in that area by the Fishbrain community. Fishbrain has mapped millions of acres of government-owned land across the USA to help you identify potential fishing access, but you are responsible for ensuring compliance with all legal requirements.

Fishing regulations in Nevada can change throughout the year. Make sure to check this page before fishing for the most up to date rules and regulations for the current season. Local regulations govern when you can fish, the max size of the fish you can keep, how many fish you can keep, and more.

Below you will see fishing regulations for catching Largemouth bass as of March 31st, 2026. To view regulations for a different fish species, please click on your preferred species in the drop-down.

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Very good Catch, Clean, Cook Largemouth Bass by BlueGabe

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Jarbidge River, West Fork and East Fork and its tributary streamsYear round; any hour of the day or night5 trout and 5 mountain whitefish, except the possession of bull trout is prohibited.Special Regulations: All captured bull trout must be released immediately. Please report the capture of bull trout to NDOW Eastern Region Office.
Ruby Lake National Wildlife RefugeYear round in all areas except as posted. Refuge is open 1 hour before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset.From Jan 1 - June 14: limit is 5 trout and 5 black bass*.From June 15 - Dec 31: limit is 5 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 with 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. See Boating Regulations for boating regulations and refer to the refuge website. The Gallagher Hatchery rearing, brood and spring ponds, and Cave Creek on the west side of the County Road are closed to fishing.
South Fork Reservoir and the South Fork of the Humboldt River from the Lucky Nugget Subdivision causeway downstream to its confluence with the Humboldt RiverYear 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.
South Fork of the Humboldt River from the Lucky Nugget Subdivision causeway upstream to LeeYear round; any hour of the day or night1 troutSpecial Regulations: Only artificial 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 StationYear 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).
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.For Reese River regulations please see the Southern Region regulations for Nye County in Southern Region Regulations.

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FAQ about Elko fishing

Anglers in Elko, NV recommend these top fishing spots: South Fork Reservoir, Spring Creek Reservoir, Humboldt River, South Fork Humboldt River, and Spring Creek.

Most commonly caught species around Elko, NV:

Largemouth bass - 256 reported catches
Rainbow trout - 189 reported catches
Smallmouth bass - 89 reported catches
Yellow perch - 44 reported catches
Brook trout - 33 reported catches

The latest Elko, NV fishing reports are:

@nathanslauter reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Humboldt River.
@nathanslauter reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Humboldt River.
@nathanslauter reported a nice Smallmouth bass at Humboldt River.
@nathanslauter reported a nice Channel catfish at Humboldt River.
@dominykvazquez reported a nice Yellow perch at Spring Creek Reservoir.

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