South Fork State Recreation Area 353 Lower South Fork Unit 8 Spring Creek, NV 89815 (775) 744-4346 sfsra@wirelessbeehive.com    South Fork Reservoir covers 1,650 acres and is surrounded by 2,200 acres of wildlife-filled meadow lands and rolling hills. It is popular for hunting, camping, boating, picnicking, winter sports and wildlife viewing. The park is best known for its trophy-class trout and bass fishery. Facilities include a boat launch, campground, trailer dump station and picnic area. Located 16 miles south of Elko on State Route 228, the park is open year-round, but access may be hampered by extreme cold and snow during the winter months. No park programs at this time Download park brochure Facilities & Amenities Camping  Dump Station  Showers  Picnicking  Boat Launch  Trails  Nature Study  Swimming  Fishing  Hunting  Winter Sports  Location and Climate: South Fork State Recreation Area is located by traveling 7 miles south of Elko on State Route 227, 5.5 miles south on State Route 228, and 3.5 miles SW on Lower South Fork Road. The Ruby Mountains are 10-15 miles to the east and provide a grand scenic backdrop for the site, rising to 11,387 feet at Ruby Dome.  See Map The area is typical of Northeastern Nevada with arid, hot summers and cold winters. Temperatures are variable with high's in the 90's in the summers with minus lows possible during the winter. Entrance Fee:  An entrance fee is charged to enter the park, with additional fee for camping and boat launching. Current fees are posted at the park entrance. Click here for all individual park fees by region. Park Office:  Dependent upon staffing, the park office is usually open M-F from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please stop in if you need assistance. Reminders: The Nevada Division of State Parks has developed this area for your benefit and enjoyment. To make your visit and the visit of others more enjoyable, please observe the following: Drive only on established roadways and only park in designated areas. Vehicles and Operators must be licensed. Hunting is allowed in season with a shotgun or archery only. Hunting is prohibited within a quarter mile of any developed facility such as campgrounds and boat ramps. Dogs must be on a leash. Pack it in; Pack it out. No littering. Special Fishing regulations are in effect. Please be familiar with current regulations. A flat-wake boating zone is in effect in the Willows area of the reservoir. Camp fires are only permitted in designated areas. Quiet Hours are in effect from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The juvenile curfew is 10 p.m.

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