Willow Creek Reservoir

Elko County, Nevada

NDOW states Willow Creek Reservoir (Elko County) covers 640 surface acres at maximum capacity with a 40-foot maximum depth. White crappie are the main fish, with largemouth bass and channel catfish.

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Surface area640 acres

Max depth40 ft

Shoreline—

Boat motorsCheck local rules

Species

Fishery rating out of 5.

Crappie●●●○○

White crappie, mostly 6 to 10 in.

Largemouth Bass●●○○○

Channel Catfish●●○○○

Up to 12 lbs

Boat launches

2 launch sites. Fees and hours change, so confirm before you go.

Gravel rampPublic
Usable at high water; difficult for trailered boats when lowDirections ↗
More public accessPublic
See the state agency or lake website for all ramps and feesDirections ↗

Size & creel limits

Minimum size and daily limit for each species in Willow Creek Reservoir are published by the state. Look up the current size and creel limits for this lake directly: Nevada Department of Wildlife ↗

Rules change, so confirm current limits with the Nevada Department of Wildlife before you fish.

Bait & tackle nearby

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Local tips

Jigs work for crappie.
The gravel ramp is hard to use at low summer water; a car-top boat or float tube is recommended.
Stink bait, liver or nightcrawlers for catfish.

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