The East Fork of the Carson River is open from the last Saturday in April through November 15.
The Wild Trout Section of the East Fork is from Hangman's Bridge to the Nevada state line. Only artificial lures with barbless hooks may be used and a zero limit applies. Rainbows make up the bulk of the catch, but Lahontan cutthroat and German browns also reside in this gorgeous stretch of river. Dry flies, nymphs and small spinners produce outstanding fishing at times.
The East Fork in the Markleeville area above Hangman's Bridge is heavily planted with catchable rainbows by the DFG, along with trophy rainbows by the Alpine County Chamber of Commerce and Alpine County Fish & Game Commission. Panther martins, Rooster Tails, Cripplures and Rebels are the top lures while salmon eggs, crickets and nightcrawlers are the best baits.
The East Fork and its tributaries above Carson Falls are closed to fishing all year.
