Fishing in Nevada
Nevada's desert reservoirs produce trophy-class largemouth and striped bass. Lake Mead, Mohave, and Pyramid Lake offer unique fishing experiences in dramatic desert landscapes.
Tournament Scene
Active tournament scene on Lake Mead and Mohave.
Local Tips
Lake Mead for stripers and largemouth. Pyramid Lake for trophy Lahontan cutthroat. Lake Mohave for smallmouth. Ruby Mountains for trout.
Major Trails
Local Circuits
Public Access
Good access on major reservoirs.
Species in Nevada
What you can target and when
Largemouth Bass
excellentBest Waters
Lake Mead · Lake Mohave · Lahontan Reservoir
Rainbow Trout
goodBest Waters
Pyramid Lake · Ruby Lake · South Fork Reservoir
Top Waters in Nevada
Lakes, rivers, bays, and coastal fisheries
Lake Mead
The largest reservoir in the US with excellent bass fishing.
Top Species
Best: Winter/Spring
Pyramid Lake
Home to the largest cutthroat trout in the world.
Top Species
Best: Winter/Spring
Hawk Henderson Catfish Classic
Super Pyramid Lake Muskellunge Derby
Fire Lake Mead Bluegill Jubilee
Classic Laughlin Walleye Roundup
King Sparks Muskellunge Blitz
Falcon Fallon Bluegill Extravaganza
Fishing Licenses & Regulations
Resident License
Annual Resident: $40.
Non-Resident License
Annual Non-Resident: $80. 1-Day: $18.
Short-Term License
1-Day license available.
Youth & Senior
Free for residents under 12. Reduced for youth.
Boat Registration
Required for motorized vessels.
Tournament Permit
Permits required on some waters.
Regulations Overview
5 bass daily limit on most waters. Special regulations on Pyramid Lake.
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