Elko County · stream · order 4 river · ~8 cfs typical
John Day Creek
John Day Creek is a stream in Elko County, Nevada. FishableWaters aggregates every stocking record for this water from Nevada's fish & wildlife agency; the latest schedule and today's bite windows are above.
Best days this week
Days near a new or full moon tend to fish best.
Today's bite windows
Conditions, next 3 days
Today
Clear
95°
57°
9 mph
0%
Fri
Clear
98°
61°
12 mph
0%
Sat
Overcast
100°
62°
13 mph
0%
↗ pressure risingPost-front rising pressure can slow things down for a day.
Stocking ledger
No published stocking records yet. This water stays in our books — the ledger begins the hour its state agency publishes a record.
Angler reports
What's biting
No reports yet — be the first
Best bite times
No reports yet
Field notes
No notes yet
Nearby waters
- Secret Creek0.2 mi
- Rabbit Creek1.1 mi
- Lamoille Creek1.8 mistocked Jul 1, 2026
- Soldier Creek2.2 mi
- Lake Phyllis3.9 mi
- South Branch Lamoille Creek3.6 mi
- Reed Creek6.2 mi
- Smith Creek6.5 mi
Seasons, limits, and rules are the state's call — check the official NV regulations and buy your license before you go. We link the source; we never restate the rules.
John Day Creek fishing — FAQ
Do I need a license to fish John Day Creek?+
Yes — Nevada requires a fishing license. Buy one from the state and check current seasons and limits before you go; both are linked on this page.
Where is John Day Creek?+
John Day Creek is a stream in Elko County, Nevada. Driving directions and an interactive topo map are on this page.