North Pond - Yerington, NV

North Pond, an integral component of the Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area (WMA) near Yerington, Nevada, functions as a designated coldwater fishery. This impoundment is primarily managed by the Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) for its sustained populations of stocked Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss), which are regularly augmented, particularly from autumn through spring. The pond's management emphasizes consistent and accessible angling opportunities, distinguishing it from other WMA waters that may prioritize warmwater species.

Angling methodologies are predominantly straightforward and highly efficacious due to frequent stocking. Bait fishing with PowerBait, worms, or salmon eggs, presented on the bottom or suspended under a bobber, constitutes the most common and productive technique for trout. Spin casting with diminutive artificial lures (spinners, spoons) also yields consistent results. Light tackle is generally sufficient for this managed environment. Fly fishing with small nymph or streamer patterns can be effective, particularly for more selective fish. Optimal fishing periods are from fall through spring, correlating with optimal water temperatures for trout and active stocking periods. Winter ice fishing is popular when conditions permit. Access is facilitated by maintained dirt roads and designated shoreline points within the Mason Valley WMA. Anglers are unequivocally mandated to consult current NDOW regulations, which are frequently pond-specific and may include seasonal closures related to waterfowl management, crucial for the sustained management of this valued local trout resource.