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Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 5.9.24

Fresno is 65% full, inflow is 2294 cfs & outflow is 44 cfs. Resent rain has been very beneficial for this body of water. Some local fishermen are finding limited success on walleye & northerns. Nelson is full. No inflow or outflow. Walleye and northern fishing remains excellent. Best depth is + or – 10’.…

Fresno is 65% full, inflow is 2294 cfs & outflow is 44 cfs. Resent rain has been very beneficial for this body of water. Some local fishermen are finding limited success on walleye & northerns.

Nelson is full. No inflow or outflow. Walleye and northern fishing remains excellent. Best depth is + or – 10’. Jigs with live minnows seem to be the preferred bait. Good luck.


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