Ruby Lake NWR South Springs fishing

Common questions

What fish are at Ruby Lake NWR South Springs?

Fishing Ruby Lake NWR South Springs is most likely to be for Rainbow Trout. Rainbow Trout accounts for 5 of 7 plants on record, ahead of Tiger Trout. Rainbow Trout was last stocked March 23, 2026, averaging 9.2 in. Tiger Trout was last stocked March 23, 2026, averaging 9.9 in.

When is Ruby Lake NWR South Springs stocked?

Last stocked March 23, 2026. It is stocked about 2.3 times a year since 2024, most often in March and October.

How big are the fish stocked at Ruby Lake NWR South Springs?

Stocked fish average 9.4 in. Rainbow Trout average 9.2 in. Tiger Trout average 9.9 in.

Which lakes near Ruby Lake NWR South Springs were stocked more recently?

Desert Creek (8.8 mi), Walker River, East Fork (13.6 mi), Walker River, West Fork (13.6 mi), and Topaz Lake (17.5 mi) were stocked more recently. Desert Creek is also stocked with Tiger Trout and Rainbow Trout, Walker River, East Fork is also stocked with Rainbow Trout, Walker River, West Fork is also stocked with Rainbow Trout, and Topaz Lake is also stocked with Tiger Trout and Rainbow Trout.

How Ruby Lake NWR South Springs is stocked

Desert Creek (8.8 mi), Walker River, East Fork (13.6 mi), Walker River, West Fork (13.6 mi), and Topaz Lake (17.5 mi) were stocked more recently. Desert Creek is also stocked with Tiger Trout and Rainbow Trout, Walker River, East Fork is also stocked with Rainbow Trout, Walker River, West Fork is also stocked with Rainbow Trout, and Topaz Lake is also stocked with Tiger Trout and Rainbow Trout.