FISHING REPORT

Rainstorms have slowed action in the ponds. The Nevada Department of Wildlife encourages everyone to use caution during thunderstorms. The next catfish plant is scheduled for mid-September.

Fishing at Cold Springs and Hay Meadow reservoirs has picked up for trout in the 12to 16-inch range. PowerBait is the bait that shore anglers prefer. Bass fishing has been productive with spinners and plastics along the dam and the edges of submerged weed beds. Trout fishing on Adams-McGill Reservoir has been steady, with anglers using baits and plastics for trout. Bass fishing has picked up, especially at the reservoir’s upper end. Use weedless and top-water rigs to avoid snags. Dacey Reservoir has been slow for bass and rainbows. Water temperatures are hovering around 70 degrees across the area. Aquatic vegetation is starting to surface. Boat launches remain weed free, and launching should not be an issue. Be cautious of crews working on WMA roads this week when making your way to the reservoirs. For a smoother ride into the area, use the northern access road located near the headquarters.

Trout fishing has picked up this past week as cooler temperatures have moved into the area, but it still remains slow in the afternoon. Orange PowerBait and nightcrawlers combined with a minimarshmallow have been the best trout baits. Bass fishermen have been doing well using nightcrawlers and jigging SlugGo worms. Eagle Valley Resort will hold a fishing tournament from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. Contact the resort at (775) 9625293 to register.

Trout fishing has picked up as daytime temperatures have dropped. The shoreline remains weedy, and anglers are having better success along the dam. Bass action remains good using nightcrawlers or Slug-Go worms.