– Hobart Reservoir is located at an elevation of 7,650 feet in the Carson Range of the Toiyabe National Forest. The reservoir is owned by the State of Nevada and is used as one of several water sources for Carson City. The initial dam was completed in 1877, which was rebuilt in 1956 following a washout.
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- Region
- Western
- County
- Washoe
- Type of water
- Lake or Reservoir
Fishing Report
Fishing at Hobart has been excellent this season. Tiger trout were recently stocked and should continue to help knock down the brook trout population and their tendency to overpopulate. The tiger trout are targeting the small brook trout and growing pretty large some cases. Reports of tigers up to seventeen inches are becoming more regular over the last two seasons. Spin fisherman using small spinners are finding fish in open water and near deep water along the shore. Fly fisherman are catching trout on dries across the entire lake early and late in the day. Mayflies, midge, and damsels are all hatching through the day and fly imitations matching those have definitely been best. Ants damsel adults and small hoppers have been good to draw surface strikes through most of the day near the grassy shallows.
Hobart Reservoir Angler Guide Information
07-01-2024Stocking Updates
| Stocked | Species | Inches | Date Stocked | Year to Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | Rainbow Trout | 9.7 | 07-16-2024 | 2977 |
| 1010 | Tiger Trout | 10.7 | 06-24-2024 | 3444 |
| 40 | Brook Trout | 12.0 | 06-19-2024 | 40 |
| 935 | Tiger Trout | 11.2 | 09-26-2023 | 2434 |
| 1499 | Tiger Trout | 10.2 | 07-20-2023 | 1499 |
| 1012 | Rainbow Trout | 9.5 | 07-19-2023 | 1012 |
Pertinent Information
The reservoir covers approximately 10 surface acres and has a maximum depth of 15 feet. Rainbow trout, brook trout, cutthroat trout, and bowcutt trout (rainbow x cutthroat trout hybrid) have been introduced into the lake. Brook trout are the only self-sustaining species. Most trout range from 8 to 10 inches, with some up to 14 to 16 inches. Angler success is highest in August and September. Fly-fishing from a float tube is very popular, but many anglers also throw small spinners and spoons from shore. Due to its high elevation, much of the lake may still be covered with ice in early May. Hobart Reservoir is closed to vehicles, but anglers can hike 1/2- mile from the Ash Canyon parking area to the south end of the reservoir. Many anglers still choose to carry in a float tube for fishing in open water. Nevada Division of State Parks has camping facilities at the reservoir with tables, fire pits, and bear proof boxes for storing food. There is a vault toilet but no potable water, so filter or treat any water from the lake or Franktown Creek.