Eagle Valley Reservoir, NV

Location and Overview
Eagle Valley Reservoir is located within Spring Valley State Park, 18 miles from the town of Pioche, NV on SR 322 (check out the map). It is close enough to Las Vegas for convenience, and at an elevation of about 5800 feet can provide a welcome respite from the Southern Nevada summer heat as well as some good fishing.

Fishin' Eagle Valley Reservoir
Eagle Valley Reservoir is home to both brown and rainbow trout, with rainbows being the primary species. Various colors of Powerbait seem to pretty consistently be the top producers here, although worms do well too. Park staff can offer more suggestions as to effective baits, lures, and techniques at any given time of the year. The Nevada Department of Wildlife stocks the lake year round. For the latest stock reports, click here.

In addition to ample shore fishing opportunities, Eagle Valley features a boat launch ramp and docks for those who prefer to fish from a boat. Boats are available to rent. A picnic area is also located near the launch ramp.

A limited selection of bait and tackle are available at a small store located within Spring Valley State Park. The closest town where other supplies could be purchased is Pioche, 18 miles away. Las Vegas, about 4 hours to the south, boasts a Bass Pro Shops store, which carries just about everything you'll ever need for fishing.

Eagle Valley Reservoir also offers easy access to other fishing opportunities within the area, including Echo Canyon Reservoir (largemouth bass, crappie, and rainbow trout), and Meadow Valley Wash (stream fishing for rainbow and brown trout).

Weather
Eagle Valley Reservoir tends to be very warm during the summer and cold in the winter. Average summer high temperatures are from 80 to 90 degrees, with nighttime lows dropping into the 40's. Rainfall is variable, and thunderstorms are common. Winter brings cold temperatures and the possibility of snow. Whatever time of year you go, be sure to check the weather forecast first.

Click here to see current weather conditions and forecasts for the nearby city of Pioche, NV.

Lodging and Camping
There are three campgrounds located conveniently close to Eagle Valley Reservoir. Horsethief Gulch Campground is just to the west, while Ranch Campground is two miles to the north up SR322. Meadow Valley Campground, located off SR322 to the south, is a primitive campground close to Meadow Valley Wash. Camping is also available adjacent to nearby Echo Canyon Reservoir.

The town of Pioche boasts a decent selection of hotels, rental cabins, and RV parks. For more information on lodging there, as well as contact and reservation information, see the Pioche Chamber of Commerce website.

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Licensing and Regulations
All anglers must have a current Nevada fishing license to fish in Eagle Valley Reservoir or any of the other nearby waters. Additionally, a trout stamp is required to take any species of trout. There is a 5-fish limit. Only one pole may be used, unless you purchase a second pole stamp. The complete, current Nevada fishing regulations are available on the NV Department of Wildlife's website.

Spring Valley State Park is a fee area. For current fee information, click here.

For more information on Spring Valley State Park, including general regulations and campground information, check out the NV Division of State Parks site.

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