Nevada
South Fork Humboldt River above Tenmile Creek
Location Snapshot
South Fork Humboldt River above Tenmile Creek is a northeastern Nevada river reach draining the Ruby Mountains toward the Humboldt basin. Trout provide the principal sport-fishing opportunity in the cooler upper river.
Current River Rating
Fair · 56
Conditions are mixed. Review the details below before heading out.
Scores are model-specific and are not directly comparable across water types.
Partial water evidence · Medium confidence
Should I Go?
Wait
Timing Outlook
This timing outlook is informational only; current river conditions remain Fair.
Why
- Very clear skies may make trout more cautious in shallow water.
- Water temperature is unavailable.
Favorable Factors
- Recent precipitation has been light.
- Light wind should make casting and boat control easier.
Timing Evidence
Dawn low light is favorable.
Current Readings
- Flow
- 4.59 CFS
- Gage Height
- 4.4 ft
- Water Temperature
- Not available
- Observation Time
- Oct 20, 2026, 12:55 PM
Updated recently · USGS station 10319900 · Direct monitoring location
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Historical readings are provided for context. Readings outside the current freshness window are not used to rate current conditions.
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Preliminary guidance only. Always assess current weather, access, water depth, current speed, and your own ability before entering the river.
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Weather Near Gauge
Current Weather
Clear
Temperature
43°F
Feels like
36°F
Wind
8 mph S
Wind gust
11 mph
Current precipitation
0.00 in
Updated
Oct 20, 2026, 4:30 AM
Recent Rainfall
Estimated precipitation near this gauge
Last 6 hours
0.00 in
Last 24 hours
0.00 in
Last 48 hours
0.00 in
Little recent rainfall near this river.
Next 24 Hours
Tue 7 AM
Clear
Temp 40°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 6 mph
Tue 11 AM
Clear
Temp 62°F
Chance 0%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 13 mph
Tue 3 PM
Clear
Temp 68°F
Chance 2%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 10 mph
Tue 7 PM
Mostly clear
Temp 54°F
Chance 8%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 5 mph
Tue 11 PM
Clear
Temp 49°F
Chance 3%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 2 mph
Wed 3 AM
Clear
Temp 45°F
Chance 6%
Precip 0.00 in
Wind 3 mph
Four-Day Forecast
Tue, Oct 20
Overcast
High 68°F / Low 40°F
Chance 9%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 30 mph
Wed, Oct 21
Overcast
High 70°F / Low 42°F
Chance 11%
Precip 0.00 in
Max gust 22 mph
Thu, Oct 22
Drizzle
High 66°F / Low 48°F
Chance 79%
Precip 0.01 in
Max gust 33 mph
Fri, Oct 23
Drizzle
High 50°F / Low 39°F
Chance 81%
Precip 0.03 in
Max gust 18 mph
Weather and rainfall are estimated for this river's coordinates. Local conditions can vary, especially in mountainous terrain and during isolated storms.
Recent rainfall can influence river flow, but the timing and magnitude depend on watershed size, soil conditions, upstream reservoirs, and dam releases.
Weather data: Open-Meteo
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Fishing Overview
Wild brown and rainbow trout are in the South Fork Humboldt River above Tenmile Creek.
Fishery Profile
Documented species you may encounter at South Fork Humboldt River.
Species images are AI-generated illustrations for visual reference and may simplify natural variation. Fishery records are based on the cited agency sources. About fish illustrations
Target species
Brown Trout
Salmo trutta
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Unknown
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
Source: Nevada Department of Wildlife
Rainbow Trout
Oncorhynchus mykiss
- Expectation
- Primary
- Population
- Unknown
- Native status
- introduced
- Confidence
- High confidence
Source: Nevada Department of Wildlife
Fishery characteristics
- Composition
- Wild
- Great Lakes tributary
- No
- Flow regime
- Mixed flow regime
Best seasons
- Spring
- Summer
- Fall
Common techniques
- Dry flies
- Fly fishing
- Nymphing
- Spinning
- Streamers
Official sources
Hatch Match
General fly suggestions
- Parachute-style dryGeneral attractor dry family — not a claim that a named mayfly is hatching.
- Pheasant-tail-style nymphGeneral nymph family for trout rivers without destination hatch timing.
- Elk-hair-style dryGeneral dry/attractor family. Pattern choice only — not a report that caddis are hatching.
- Woolly-bugger-style streamerGeneral streamer family. Not a forage or insect Hatch event.
These are general fishing suggestions, not a report of insects currently hatching at this destination.
Location and Access
USGS monitoring location
Elko, Nevada
The map marker represents the cataloged waterbody or monitoring location and may not indicate legal parking or public access. Confirm access through the official information before visiting.
River Details
County
Elko
Management Category
Wild trout river
Regulation Scope
South Fork Humboldt River above Tenmile Creek / above South Fork Reservoir.
Regulation Summary
South Fork Humboldt above Tenmile Creek: NDOW Eastern Region 1-trout special-rule water above Lucky Nugget causeway. Confirm current CR 25-16.
Target Species
rainbow-trout, brown-trout
Access, Parking, and Regulations
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