Majority of the surface activity is now limited to trout in the evenings. Nv hunting land for sale deer hunting, big game and waterfowl. Because of its remoteness, this area receives little hunting pressure. Some of the other areas that saake suggests for hunters to explore during the waterfowl season are carson lake and the upper end of rye patch reservoir in pershing county. Nevada hunters enjoy start to waterfowl seasons nevadas waterfowl hunting seasons opened saturday in the northeast zone, an area comprised of elko and white pine counties. One would change the swan tag to a swan permit, which would allow hunters to hunt swans with a short term license and reduce the cost of the permit significantly. Nevada land for sale hunting land mountain land acreage. In the early 1910s, numerous artifacts were discovered in the cave sites surrounding the sink including the worlds oldest at over 2,000 years known waterfowl decoy made from tules. Best time of year to fish is late march for walleye, early april and may for channel catfish, and early may for wipers. Such a hunt consists of a frigid airboat ride across one of the most unique waterfront properties on the planet, followed by several hours of lying on your back in 6 inches of saltwater while. Hunt nevada with mountain man outfitters, llc 775 6251717.
Rye patch state recreation area state parks nevada state parks. Rye patch visitors enjoy camping, picnicking, fishing and waterskiing on a 22 mile. Feb 20, 2018 that is the catchphrase of locals in the renosparksnorthcentral nevada area. Sep 24, 2017 hundreds of people hunting 100 acres for 100 tokens what a fun hunt go to. This is where youll find the parks boat launch and fishing area. For information on how to reach nevada hunters and anglers. Catfish have gotten over 30pounds, walleye over 7pounds, and wipers are running over 10pounds. The rye patch reservoir, located in pershing county. The parks reservoir is a popular fishing site, with rainbow and german brown trout, small mouth bass, yellow perch and catfish awaiting able anglers. There is no federallypermitted wild bird rescue or nuisance bird removal program in nevada so we hope the helpful hints will help you avoid problems with waterfowl on your property. Parkers outfitting new york waterfowl fill your days on the water hunting and your evenings enjoying the local wineries and restaurants of the finger lakes region of new york state. Bridges at rye patch reservoir businesses at rye patch reservoir cameras at rye patch reservoir campgrounds canoe trips churches cities local to rye patch reservoir classifieds counties local to rye patch reservoir dam information directory emergency numbers event calendar fishing forums hiking walking trails.
Only 1983 and 1984 water years provided more water flows into rye patch reservoir than are expected in 2017. View photos, maps, and details of 12170 rye patch reservoir, lovelock, nevada, and contact seller on. An acrefoot is described as the amount of water needed to cover one acre of land one foot deep. Nevada waterfowl united states fish and wildlife service. The reservoir can hold more than 200,000 acrefeet of water.
Oasis in the desert this place was a big surprise to us. Wildhorse reservoir at maximum capacity covers 2,830 acres, with a maximum depth of 70 feet, an average depth of 40 feet and stores a volume of 73,500 acre feet. Rye patch visitors enjoy camping, picnicking, fishing and waterskiing on a 22mile. While the outlook is not the brightest this year for duck and goose hunters, saake said conditions could get even more ominous next year. Lovelock rye patch visitors enjoy camping, picnicking, and white bass, catfish and walleye fishing at the 22mile long reservoir created by a dam on the humboldt river.
The reservoir stores water for the agricultural area surrounding lovelock, which is at the far downstream reach of the humboldt, near the humboldt sink. The western region includes the nine counties of northwestern nevada. Season open year around, any hour of the day or night. Humboldt river below rye patch dam and all waters of the. Crystal reservoir is at 70% capacity and horseshoe marsh and peterson reservoir are full. It is located about 22 miles northeast of the town of lovelock, and is managed by the pershing county water conservation district. Fish and wildlife service annual index, an estimated 90 million ducks will take to the air during this years fall flight. Our website allows you to browse outfitters, hunting lodges, and hunting trips by location, species, and budget. Largemouth bass reach up to 7pounds, smallmouth bass to over 3pounds, and spotted bass up to 4pounds. Fishing for bass has also been good but will slow with the coming cooler water.
There is one access point near the upper end of the lake off elys ford road. At the dam and swim beach at the state recreation area in rye patch. Metal detecting the rye patch, nevada with the xp deus. Nevada hunters enjoy start to waterfowl seasons las. Duck hunting fair at best for nevada opener nevada. These records include fish taken in interstate waters including lake tahoe, topaz lake. That is the catchphrase of locals in the renosparksnorthcentral nevada area. Carson river below lahontan reservoir and all waters in lahontan valley. Mason valley wildlife management area eastside waterfowl series ponds.
Nv hunting land for sale hunting land and properties. It lies on federal lands administered by the bureau of indian affairs and leased to the duck valley indian reservation shopai. Known for its famous chevron gold, a unique form of crsyalline gold nuggets, rye patch has been mined extensively over the past several decades. Trails around and throughout the park make it easy to enjoy the waterfowl. Nevada hunters enjoy start to waterfowl seasons las vegas. End of nevada waterfowl hunting guides if you are a nevada waterfowl hunting guides and would like your service listed here, use our submission form. Rye patch state park is located in a remote area of nevada that, in prehistoric times. Fort peck reservoir waterfowl hunts montana hunting guide. The lake was stocked by the virginia department of game and inland fisheries and opened to fishing by spotsylvania county in fall, 2007. Rye patch visitors enjoy camping, picnicking, fishing and waterskiing on a 22mile long reservoir created by a dam on the humboldt river. When you combine numerous grainfields, the mighty missouri river, and the central flyway, you have ducks and geese and lots of them. Fish and ducks were also caught at shallow lakes and rivers. Hunting run reservoir is a 420acre water supply reservoir owned and operated by spotsylvania county.
For more information on the use of dogs and other methods for waterfowl control, contact the u. Boating regulations nevada fishing regulations 2020. Rye patch reservoir the reservoir and both pitttaylor reservoir are still. Both these proposals have been pushed for by the nevada waterfowl association and several individuals for the past few years. Nevada waterfowl met with the feds in sacramento and then again in fallon only to be told that the new manager has to learn from her mistakes. The top duck killed was the greenwinged teal with 439 shot, followed by a count of. The occasional lucky prospector can still find a gold nugget. If you have questions on waterfowl hunt opener conditions or waterfowl management areas in northern utah, contact the northern region office at 8014762740 or the salt lake office at 8015384700.
Western nevada fishing report nevada department of wildlife. Rye patch state recreation area is situated on a 22mile long reservoir that has. Theres a short nature trail along the shore that will bring you to river campground, and more trails along the eastern shore. Invisible to humans but deadly to fish, a golden algae explosion may have wiped out gillbreathers at rye patch reservoir, according to state wildlife officials nevadanewsgroup massive fish dieoff at rye patch reservoir nevadanewsgroup. The rye patch reservoir along the humboldt river is a yearround. Late summer and early fall are the best times for white crappie. Rye patch reservoir is located on the humboldt river in pershing county, nevada. These records are officially recognized by the nevada department of wildlife as state records established from the year 1968, the first year of the nevada trophy fish program through december 2019. Oct 22, 2008 duck hunting fair at best for nevada opener october 22, 2008 by nevadawaterfowlassociation what started out to be a good water year for western nevada late last year, ultimately turned sour, leaving nevada in the grips of another year of drought. There is primitive and developed camping with a 25site campground featuring campsite tables, grills and a restroom with showers, along with a boat ramp.
Nevada state parks offer numerous winter wonderlands. Nevada waterfowl season the number of ducks taking to the air over the pacific flyway will be down slightly from last year, but is still expected to be 27 percent higher than the 19551999 average. Nevadas wide open spaces provide great hunting opportunities. Notice an almost record number of ans on the lowere lake. Remote and remarkable, wild horse state recreation area is open year round. Best time of year to fish is late march for walleye. By early summer rye patch reservoir and the jfumboldt sink near jjoyelock were. Hunters are responsible for lodging, breakfast, dinner, personal gear. Unit humboldt wma water % of full 110% mallard 590 gadwall 1,390 pintail 490 g.
Protecting and enhancing nevadas wetlands and the wildlife dependant upon them. On the western shore of the rye patch reservoir, westside campground is the larger of the two campgrounds found within the park. The rye patch reservoir is a reservoir on the humboldt river in the u. Sep 16, 2017 nevada waterfowl met with the feds in sacramento and then again in fallon only to be told that the new manager has to learn from her mistakes. Thousands of years ago the rye patch areas climate was colder and wetter than it is. Rye patch reservoir is a reservoir located just 21.
By october 1, lahontan reservoir storage was still 1095 of average. The nwas vision is to restore and enhance nevadas wetlands and the wildlife dependent upon them, especially waterfowl and shorebirds. Western region regulations nevada fishing regulations. Waterfowl hunting hours are onehalf hour before sunrise to sunset. When the reservoir is full, youve got more than 11,000 acres to swim, fish, and paddle in, along with 72 miles of shoreline for exploring. The board of wildlife commissions will act on these proposal at their august 4th and 5th meeting in winnemucca. The duck season in northern nevada will extend october 11. The reservoir was completed in 1936 and provides flood control and irrigation to the surrounding area, along with two smaller reservoirs on its eastern edge, the upper and lower pitttaylor reservoirs.
Safe boating in nevada starts with knowing nevadas boating regulations. Duck hunting nation knowledge hunting the great salt lake from a coffin blind during the late december should be on every duck hunters bucket list. Trails around and throughout the park make it easy to enjoy the waterfowl and wildlife that abound, including hawks, eagles, owls, great egrets, antelope, deer and fox. Wister it was an awesome day of duck hunting at this refuge on sat. The park also serves as a popular base camp for offroad vehicles, ghost town exploration and gold prospecting.
Im sure there will be some hunting out there this year but it just makes me sick that with the amount of water well not have the banner year we should have. Western outdoor news hunting report, ca hunting report, ca. Hundreds of people hunting 100 acres for 100 tokens what a fun hunt go to. Wildhorse is open to the public, but fees may be charged for overnight camping. Rye patch reservoir, nevada community and visitors guide. A decision to manipulate water out of the toulon unit to allow for road repairs has led to the near total drying of that unit. Visitors enjoy camping, picnicking, swimming and waterskiing, and fisherman delight in the available white bass, catfish, black bass and walleye. Western region regulations nevada fishing regulations 2020. Rye patch is ok for day campers, fishermen, and boaters, but with the drought, the water level is down, and the fish aint bitein. Sink for the benefit of waterfowl, shorebirds and other wildlife, and to provide hunting opportunity for.
The number of ducks taking to the air over the pacific flyway will be down slightly from last year, but is still expected to be 27 percent higher than the 19551999 average. Visitors enjoy camping, picnicking, swimming and waterskiing, and fisherman delight in the available white bass, catfish, black bass. Fishing and camping rye patch state recreation area. Small spinners continue to produce both trout and bass. The duck season in northern nevada will extend october 11 through january 24, 2009, with a general limit. The nevada department of wildlife is proposing a couple of changes to nevada s swan hunting season. The majority of the hunting takes place along the shores of the missouri river. To survive in this semiarid land, native people relied on hunting and gathering the resources around them. Nevada waterfowl association fall 2008 flyer by nevada. Examine a guide to recreational opportunities, rentals, real estate, hotels and cultural events in the water district of rye patch reservoir. Trout fishing has picked back up again with the cooler overnight temps.
Cold winters make the lake an ideal location to ice fish and skate, or to explore on snowmobiles or skis. For laws and regulations concerning waterfowl, boating, and other use regulations on state and federal lands, see the nevada hunt book, which will be available on this site, and at license agents and ndow offices. The smaller of the two campgrounds in rye patch state recreation area, river campground is located right below the dam of the 22milelong reservoir. There is no shortage of art and museums to visit in this cultural rich area while preparing for your next day of fantastic hunting. It has yielded 2,000yearold tule duck decoys and other native american artifacts. Oct 22, 2008 crystal reservoir is at 70% capacity and horseshoe marsh and peterson reservoir are full. Small terrestrial dry flies continue to fish very well.
Department of agriculture, wildlife service at 7024329425 or. Mortimore reports that the humboldt river did not benefit from heavy runoff this year which lead to a declining water level in rye patch reservoir. Hunting of geese, ducks, coots, moorhens, and snipe is permitted on tuesdays, thursdays, and saturdays during the regular state season. Bureau of reclamation along the humboldt river for flood control and irrigation for agriculture in the lovelock valley.
Pershing co lovelock desert property equine proper. The gold placers at rye patch, nevada are well known by gold prospectors who hunt with metal detectors. Gpaa northern nevada reno rye patch hunt johns videos. Open yearround, rye patch state recreation area is situated on a 22mile long reservoir that has 72 miles of shoreline and 11,000 acres of water surface when full. Rye patch state recreation area lovelock 2020 all you. Nov 05, 2019 located on the humboldt river 22 miles northeast of the town of lovelock, the rye patch state recreation area is a park surrounding the 22mile long rye patch reservoir which features 72 miles of shoreline and 11,000 acres of water surface. Late november through december is the prime times for this hunt. I would expect that because of the good feed that they might stay here for a while. The pershing county water conservation district controls dam operations and reservoir storage, and the elevation is subject to drastic fluctuations. History of rye patch state recreation area nevada state parks. Fishermen will find a variety of fish including walleye, catfish, white bass, breambluegill, crappie, bullhead, white catfish, striped bass, smallmouth bass, rainbow trout and largemouth bass here. Founded in 1987, the nevada waterfowl association nwa was established by individuals concerned with the rate of deterioration of our wetlands. Water levels still are dropping as inflow from rye patch are almost nothing.