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Ophir Creek

Fishing spots, fishing reports, and regulations in

Nevada, United States

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Top fish species at Ophir Creek

Brook trout
Brook trout
Northern pike
Northern pike
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Brook trout

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Northern pike

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General info

Ophir Creek is a stream located in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. It is most popular for fishing Brook trout and Northern pike.

Location

39°17′45.6″N 119°51′19.3″W
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Fishing regulations at Ophir Creek, NV

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.

Regulations for top species

Season open: year-round
Northern pike

Northern pike

Regulation boundaryNV Nevada State Waters
Required licenses
Fishing license regulations apply to persons taking unprotected fish by means of hook and line, bow and arrow or spear.
Additional information
No bag limit. No size limit.Northern 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 (Refer to NAC 503.110).Unprotected fish are all species not classified as game or protected (see Coldwater Game Fish and Warmwater Game Fish regulations). Unprotected fish may be taken by bow and arrow, hook and line, dipnet, cast net, minnow seine or minnow trap, and, except where prohibited, by spear. In the Colorado River and Lakes Mead and Mohave, the taking of fish by bow and arrow is prohibited within 1/2 mile of any dock or swimming area. 
Synonyms
Esox lucius
Location specific information
Western Region Daily LimitsExcept as noted under "Special Regulations" the daily limits are as follows:Carson City, Churchill County, Douglas County, Lyon County, Humbolt County, Mineral County, Pershing County, Storey County and Washoe County: The limit is 5 trout, 5 mountain whitefish and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 5 may be black bass and 5 may be walleye. Possession LimitsThe possession limit is two times the daily limit for the water in which the fish are caught. Possession limits apply to both general and special regulation waters.Daily LimitsExcept as noted below the daily limits are as follows: 5 trout, 5 mountain whitefish and 15 warmwater game fish of which not more than 5 may be black bass and 5 may be walleye. Possession LimitsThe possession limit is two times the daily limit for the water in which the fish are caught. Possession limits apply to both general and special regulation waters. Catnip Reservoir, tributaries and outlet streamSeason open year round, any hour of the day or night.1 troutSpecial Regulations: Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used. Hobart Reservoir and tributaries and Franktown Creek downstream from Hobart Reservoir to Red HouseSeason open May 1 through October 31; 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset.5 trout, of which not more than 2 may be tiger trout.Special Regulations: Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used. Lake Tahoe and TributariesSee Carson City. Marlette Lake, tributaries and outlet streamSeason is July 15 through Sept. 30; 1 hour before sunrise to 2 hours after sunset.Zero (0) fish, catch and release only.Special Regulations: Only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used. Truckee RiverYear round; any hour of the day or night, except in that portion from Derby Dam downstream 1,000 feet, which is closed to fishing.3 game fish except in that section from E Mustang Road bridge (I-80 Exit 23) downstream to Derby Dam and from 1,000 feet downstream from Derby Dam to the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation boundary where the limit is 3 gamefish of which 1 may be trout.Special Regulations: In that portion from E Mustang Road bridge (I-80 Exit 23) to Derby Dam and from 1,000 feet downstream of Derby Dam to the Pyramid Lake Paiute Reservation boundary, only artificial lures with single barbless hooks may be used.Twelvemile CreekOpen year round, any hour of the day or night.2 trout Washoe County Urban Ponds: Battle Born Pond, Davis Creek Park Pond, Idlewild Ponds, Marilyn's Pond, Paradise Ponds, Rancho San Rafael Pond, Sparks Marina, Verdi Pond, Virginia Lake, and Wilson CommonYear round; hours are when the park is open to public use.3 game fish. Washoe LakeSeason open year around, any hour of the day or night.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.Health Advisory: The Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health has issued a health advisory recommending no consumption of white bass from Little and Big Washoe Lakes due to elevated mercury levels in their flesh. 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 1000 feet is closed to fishing.
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Cities nearby

Washoe Valley

4.2 miles away

Incline Village

5.3 miles away

Crystal Bay

9.0 miles away

Kings Beach

9.5 miles away

Floriston

10.8 miles away

Virginia City

11.1 miles away

Carson City

11.6 miles away

Silver City

12.0 miles away

Glenbrook

14.3 miles away

Indian Hills

14.6 miles away

Mogul

15.6 miles away

Dayton

15.7 miles away

Verdi

16.4 miles away

Logan Creek

16.6 miles away

Reno

17.5 miles away

Verdi

17.9 miles away

Lakeridge

18.4 miles away

Johnson Lane

18.5 miles away

Genoa

18.7 miles away

Skyland

19.0 miles away

Zephyr Cove

20.3 miles away

Sparks

20.5 miles away

Kingsbury

21.1 miles away

Stagecoach

25.7 miles away

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FAQ about Ophir Creek fishing

📍 Where is the Ophir Creek located?
the Ophir Creek is a stream located in Washoe County, Nevada, United States. Its coordinates are:
39°17′45.6″N 119°51′19.3″W
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🎣 Where on the Ophir Creek is it best to fish?
Find the best fishing spots on the Ophir Creek by looking at where other anglers have caught fish. This can easily be done in the where it is also possible to see big fish potential and how good fishing is right now along with Garmin® depth maps.
🐟 What species are in the Ophir Creek?
The most common species in the Ophir Creek are:
📢 What are the latest Ophir Creek fishing reports?
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🪪 Do I need a fishing license to fish at the Ophir Creek?

Fishing in Nevada requires a valid state fishing license for anglers. Licenses include resident and non-resident, annual, short-term, and combination permits, available online or at licensed agents.

In Nevada, no fishing license is required for anglers under 12. Residents 65 and older qualify for a discounted license. A few other exceptions worth knowing:

  • Free fishing days — most states designate 1–2 weekends a year where anyone can fish without a license

  • Tribal waters — tribal members fishing on tribal land operate under separate tribal regulations

  • Private ponds — landowners fishing their own water typically don't need a license

Non-residents usually pay more for a license than residents. Some species also require an extra stamp or endorsement on top of your base license.

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