Fresno is 16% full with no inflow & about 40 cfs outflow. The reservoir is ice covered. Best walleye fishing times will be around first light in the morning then at sunset for about an hour. Fish the point areas. Nelson is 70% full with no in or out flow. The reservoir is ice covered. Best fishing is with live minnows under tip ups. Fish the weed lines in about 10’ & break lines out to about 30’. Check the ice before preceding. Good luck.
Fresno and Nelson Reservoirs Fishing Report by Brian Olson 12.19.24
Fresno and Nelson reservoirs are ice-covered and ready for some winter fishing action. Find out from Brian Olson the best times to fish and where to target for your next catch.
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