Wilson Sink Reservoir was constructed in 1954 and owned by the Petan Ranch. It is used for irrigation storage and the reservoir has large seasonal drawdowns. The land surrounding the reservoir is public and administered by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).
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- Region
- Eastern
- County
- Elko
- Type of water
- Lake or Reservoir
Fishing Report
Water levels are in good shape and water clarity is still decent despite some algae growth throughout the lake. The road is also in good condition. Trout fishing has slowed some with armer temperatures but catch rates remain fair. PowerBait and worms are always reliable, or try throwing a rooster tail or small spoon. Small nymph, midge and leech patterns should work for fly anglers. Bass are hitting soft plastics in green pumpkin or watermelon, as well as a variety of crankbaits.
Wilson Sink Reservoir Angler Guide Information
08-15-2025Stocking Updates
| Stocked | Species | Inches | Date Stocked | Year to Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8360 | Rainbow Trout | 6.7 | 06-25-2025 | 27927 |
| 8359 | Rainbow Trout | 6.8 | 06-23-2025 | 19567 |
| 5584 | Rainbow Trout | 9.5 | 06-05-2025 | 11208 |
| 5624 | Rainbow Trout | 9.5 | 06-04-2025 | 5624 |
| 2504 | Rainbow Trout | 8.8 | 10-28-2024 | 56436 |
| 14580 | Rainbow Trout | 8.5 | 10-15-2024 | 53932 |
| 10030 | Rainbow Trout | 9.5 | 05-13-2024 | 39352 |
| 2310 | Rainbow Trout | 10.6 | 11-01-2023 | 29322 |
| 10530 | Rainbow Trout | 7.1 | 10-19-2023 | 27012 |
| 1242 | Rainbow Trout | 11.1 | 10-19-2023 | 16482 |
| 7620 | Rainbow Trout | 8.7 | 05-23-2023 | 15240 |
| 7620 | Rainbow Trout | 8.7 | 05-23-2023 | 7620 |
Pertinent Information
At a maximum capacity, the reservoir covers 800 surface acres and has a maximum depth of 30 feet. Wilson Sink Reservoir receives a fair amount of angling pressure, has a put-grow-and-take rainbow trout fishery, and a self-sustaining largemouth bass fishery. Trout usually range from 13 to 17 inches and the best time to catch them is from May through September. Fly-fishing is good from a float-tube or boat, but still-fishing using nightcrawlers, corn, Power Bait, small spinner, or spoons works just as well. Trolling lures, flies, and flashers with bait also will catch fish. Bass fishing is usually fair to good during late spring and summer and the average size is about 12 inches. Shore can be productive, but in summer, fishing from a boat brings the best success. Spinner baits, crankbaits, and a variety of rubber grubs and worms are productive. BLM offers a campground, boat launch, water, restrooms, and a trailer dump.