Eagle Valley Reservoir - Pioche, NV

Lake Information
Fish Species: | Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Largemouth Bass, Tiger Trout |
Eagle Valley Reservoir, located within Eagle Valley State Park near Pioche, Nevada, constitutes a popular and consistently productive coolwater fishery. This impoundment sustains robust populations of stocked Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), regularly augmented by the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW), and introduced Brown Trout (Salmo trutta). A significant draw is the presence of Tiger Trout (Salmo trutta x Salvelinus fontinalis), a sterile hybrid renowned for its aggressive nature and sporting qualities.
Angling methodologies are comprehensive and adapted to lacustrine conditions. Conventional bait presentations utilizing PowerBait, worms, or salmon eggs are efficacious from shoreline or small craft. Spin casting with diminutive to medium-sized artificial lures (spinners, spoons) yields consistent results, particularly along structural features and depth contours. Trolling with various lures or bait is a highly effective method for covering water and enticing larger trout. Fly fishing is exceptionally productive, predominantly from float tubes or pontoon boats. Nymphing with imitative patterns (e.g., midges, caddis, mayfly) and aggressively retrieved streamer patterns (e.g., Woolly Buggers, baitfish imitations) are consistently effective in varying depths. Optimal fishing periods span from spring through autumn, corresponding to ice-free conditions and elevated metabolic activity. Winter ice fishing is also highly popular and productive. Access is excellent, facilitated by paved roads and designated boat launches within the state park. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current NDOW regulations concerning specific bag limits and any area-specific provisions, crucial for the sustained management of this premier regional coolwater resource.
Angling methodologies are comprehensive and adapted to lacustrine conditions. Conventional bait presentations utilizing PowerBait, worms, or salmon eggs are efficacious from shoreline or small craft. Spin casting with diminutive to medium-sized artificial lures (spinners, spoons) yields consistent results, particularly along structural features and depth contours. Trolling with various lures or bait is a highly effective method for covering water and enticing larger trout. Fly fishing is exceptionally productive, predominantly from float tubes or pontoon boats. Nymphing with imitative patterns (e.g., midges, caddis, mayfly) and aggressively retrieved streamer patterns (e.g., Woolly Buggers, baitfish imitations) are consistently effective in varying depths. Optimal fishing periods span from spring through autumn, corresponding to ice-free conditions and elevated metabolic activity. Winter ice fishing is also highly popular and productive. Access is excellent, facilitated by paved roads and designated boat launches within the state park. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current NDOW regulations concerning specific bag limits and any area-specific provisions, crucial for the sustained management of this premier regional coolwater resource.
Eagle Valley Reservoir Whoppers
Species | Weight | Date | Report |
Largemouth Bass | 6 lbs. 11 oz. | 5-01-2019 | View Report |
Latest Fish Plants
Plant Date | Species | Source | Total Pounds |
4-09-2025 | Rainbow Trout | NDOW | |
3-20-2025 | Rainbow Trout | NDOW | |
3-20-2025 | Tiger Trout | NDOW | |
3-19-2025 | Rainbow Trout | NDOW | |
3-12-2025 | Rainbow Trout | NDOW |
Latest Fish Reports
Date | Report | Author |
4-25-2025 | Fishing Derby 2025 Registration is Now Open!!! Call or stop in to... more » |
Eagle Valley Resort Staff |
4-22-2025 | Eagle Valley Reservoir Report Stocked tiger trout are taking Rooster Tails and... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
2-24-2025 | Anglers will find ice along the shoreline in the morning Anglers will find ice along the shoreline in... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
2-11-2025 | Spring Valley State Park has announced that the ice has begun to break apart and is not safe to fish on Spring Valley State Park has announced that the... more » |
Nevada Department of Wildlife |
2-7-2025 | Our ice is basically gone We are sad to report that our ice... more » |
Eagle Valley Resort Staff |
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