South Fork Reservoir is a premier fishing destination located in Elko County, Nevada, approximately 10 miles south of Elko off State Highway 228. Built in 1988 specifically for recreation, this 1,640-acre reservoir has a maximum depth of 67 feet at full capacity and stores excess flow from the South Fork Humboldt River. Managed as both a Trophy Warm Water Fishery and a Quality Cold Water Fishery by the Nevada Department of Wildlife, South Fork offers anglers diverse fishing opportunities throughout the year. The reservoir is surrounded entirely by public land managed by the Nevada Division of State Parks, making it accessible to all visitors. With its stunning mountain views of the Ruby Mountains and abundant wildlife, South Fork Reservoir has become one of the most recreated and fished bodies of water in Nevada's Eastern Region, attracting both locals and visitors seeking quality angling experiences in a scenic natural setting.