Nevada Department of Wildlife
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Nevada Department of Wildlife
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Welcome to
Your WildLife
The Nevada Department of Wildlife manages nearly 900 different species of fish, birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles and their habitats in the Silver State. Whether you hunt, fish, bird watch, hike, camp or enjoy any number of outdoor activities, we believe that everyone has a passion for Nevada’s wildlife.
Explore the wild
Hunting
the Silver State
Nevada’s exceptional game, stunning landscapes and wide-open access to public land that covers more than 80 percent of the state makes for unforgettable hunting experiences. From big game to bird hunting, the Silver State serves up unmatched sporting experiences.
Plan Your Hunt
Fishing
Nevada
If you’re looking for a fishing adventure, Nevada has it all. From high mountain lakes and streams, low-elevation rivers and reservoirs or one of the many urban fisheries throughout the state, you never know what you might hook into. The fish species in Nevada are as diverse as our geography.
Cast Your Line
Our Story
Nevada Wild
Catch NDOW’s new television show, Nevada Wild on Animal Planet
View Trailer
DISCOVER
WILDLIFE
Our passion is to conserve all Nevada wildlife and their diverse habitats. Learn how the Nevada Department of Wildlife ensures wildlife can thrive for generations to come.
Discover Your Wildlife
Outdoors
Nevada’s wild spaces provide everyday adventures and unique experiences. Learn how to explore and appreciate the wild habitats throughout the Silver State.
Explore
Fishing
Regulations, tips and locations. Learn all you need to know for a fun day spent fishing in Nevada.
Learn
Learn
Boating
Registration, safety and education. From Lake Tahoe to Lake Mead and everywhere in between, check out Nevada’s amazing boating opportunities.
Learn
Learn
Hunting
Seasons, regulations and safety. Learn how to hunt the Silver State.
Learn
Learn
whats new?
2026-2027 nevada Big game SEASONS, APPLICATIONS & hunting REGS!
Check out our new, combined regulations book to get ready to apply for tags! The big game tag application period is now open at
ndowlicensing.com
. Photo courtesy of Barry Mattison.
View the big game regulations publication here
NEWS & EVENTs
Nevada Agencies Emphasize Safe Signaling…
Safe Signaling Practices
04-08-26
NDOW Reminds Residents to be…
04-06-26
NDOW Urges Boaters and Paddlers…
NDOW is reminding boaters, paddlers, and kayakers to wear a life jacket and be aware of cold water shock.
04-03-26
Change of Seasons Means Increased…
Spring is here, and with the change in seasons comes a change in activity from our wild neighbors.
03-26-26
The Secret Winter Lives of…
03-25-26
Elko Sportman’s Expo
The Elko Sportsman’s Expo is happening February 27 & 28!
01-08-26
Fungus Linked to White-Nose Syndrome…
The presence of Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd), the fungal pathogen that causes white-nose syndrome in bats has been detected in Nevada for the first time.
12-08-25
BEFORE YOU HUNT,FISH OR BOAT
Looking for licenses, tags, boat registration or permits?
We’ve got you covered.
apply&buy
THE WILDSIDE NEWSLETTER
The goal of our Wildside Newsletter is to help you get to know the agency better and help you stay in the know on all things wild in the Silver State!
Read all Here!
PODCASTS
Everything Bighorn She…
04-17-2026
The Biologist, The Men…
04-03-2026
Staff Spotlight – Jami…
03-20-2026
2026 Elko Sportman’s Expo
02-27-2026
Nevada Chukar Hunting …
01-28-2026
Youth Wildlife Conserv…
01-17-2026
2024 Wayne E. Kirch Co…
01-05-2026
NDOW Staff Spotlight -…
01-02-2026
Keeping Nevada CWD Free
10-30-2025
Nevada Wild TV Show on…
10-30-2025
2025 Nevada Waterfowl …
10-04-2025
2025 Nevada Chukar For…
09-25-2025
A Career in Conservati…
08-29-2025
Muzzleloader Hunting i…
08-01-2025
Bears, Berries, and Bi…
07-11-2025
Operation Dry Water
07-03-2025
Silver Arrow Bowmen – …
06-17-2025
Rediscover Cave Lake G…
06-06-2025
Mountain Goat and Bigh…
05-23-2025
Nevada Big Game Applic…
05-02-2025
View All
NDOW PUBLICATIONS
Nevada Wildlife Connectivity Plan
This plan is designed to enhance and maintain ecological connectivity across Nevada to support the long-term survival of key wildlife populations.
1-6-26
Nevada State Wildlife Action Plan
Click here to view our statewide strategy for conserving Nevada’s vast and incredible biodiversity!
11-30-23
Fishing Report: 04/17/2026
04-17-26
Living with Raptors
10-25-21
Living with Mule Deer
10-25-21
Living with Mountain Lions
10-25-21
Habitat Conservation Framework
10-17-21
POPULAR SEARCHES
latest fishing report
Calendar
want to volunteer?
living with wildlife
hunting rules & regulations
fishing rules & regulations
report sick or dead wildlife
ask a game warden
report wildlife crime
MORE QUESTIONS?
STAY CONNECTED
Sign Up for the Latest Updates
FOLLOW US
@nevadawildlife
Skip to main content
Nevada's big game tag application period is open!
Don't wait until the last minute! Apply today at ndowlicensing.com.
Welcome to
Your WildLife
The Nevada Department of Wildlife manages nearly 900 different species of fish, birds, mammals, amphibians, reptiles and their habitats in the Silver State. Whether you hunt, fish, bird watch, hike, camp or enjoy any number of outdoor activities, we believe that everyone has a passion for Nevada’s wildlife.
Explore the wild
Hunting
the Silver State
Nevada’s exceptional game, stunning landscapes and wide-open access to public land that covers more than 80 percent of the state makes for unforgettable hunting experiences. From big game to bird hunting, the Silver State serves up unmatched sporting experiences.
Plan Your Hunt
Fishing
Nevada
If you’re looking for a fishing adventure, Nevada has it all. From high mountain lakes and streams, low-elevation rivers and reservoirs or one of the many urban fisheries throughout the state, you never know what you might hook into. The fish species in Nevada are as diverse as our geography.
Cast Your Line
Our Story
Nevada Wild
Catch NDOW’s new television show, Nevada Wild on Animal Planet
View Trailer
DISCOVER
WILDLIFE
Our passion is to conserve all Nevada wildlife and their diverse habitats. Learn how the Nevada Department of Wildlife ensures wildlife can thrive for generations to come.
Discover Your Wildlife
Outdoors
Nevada’s wild spaces provide everyday adventures and unique experiences. Learn how to explore and appreciate the wild habitats throughout the Silver State.
Explore
Fishing
Regulations, tips and locations. Learn all you need to know for a fun day spent fishing in Nevada.
Learn
Learn
Boating
Registration, safety and education. From Lake Tahoe to Lake Mead and everywhere in between, check out Nevada’s amazing boating opportunities.
Learn
Learn
Hunting
Seasons, regulations and safety. Learn how to hunt the Silver State.
Learn
Learn
whats new?
2026-2027 nevada Big game SEASONS, APPLICATIONS & hunting REGS!
Check out our new, combined regulations book to get ready to apply for tags! The big game tag application period is now open at
ndowlicensing.com
. Photo courtesy of Barry Mattison.
View the big game regulations publication here
NEWS & EVENTs
Nevada Agencies Emphasize Safe Signaling…
Safe Signaling Practices
04-08-26
NDOW Reminds Residents to be…
04-06-26
NDOW Urges Boaters and Paddlers…
NDOW is reminding boaters, paddlers, and kayakers to wear a life jacket and be aware of cold water shock.
04-03-26
Change of Seasons Means Increased…
Spring is here, and with the change in seasons comes a change in activity from our wild neighbors.
03-26-26
The Secret Winter Lives of…
03-25-26
Elko Sportman’s Expo
The Elko Sportsman’s Expo is happening February 27 & 28!
01-08-26
Fungus Linked to White-Nose Syndrome…
The presence of Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd), the fungal pathogen that causes white-nose syndrome in bats has been detected in Nevada for the first time.
12-08-25
BEFORE YOU HUNT,FISH OR BOAT
Looking for licenses, tags, boat registration or permits?
We’ve got you covered.
apply&buy
THE WILDSIDE NEWSLETTER
The goal of our Wildside Newsletter is to help you get to know the agency better and help you stay in the know on all things wild in the Silver State!
Read all Here!
PODCASTS
Everything Bighorn She…
04-17-2026
The Biologist, The Men…
04-03-2026
Staff Spotlight – Jami…
03-20-2026
2026 Elko Sportman’s Expo
02-27-2026
Nevada Chukar Hunting …
01-28-2026
Youth Wildlife Conserv…
01-17-2026
2024 Wayne E. Kirch Co…
01-05-2026
NDOW Staff Spotlight -…
01-02-2026
Keeping Nevada CWD Free
10-30-2025
Nevada Wild TV Show on…
10-30-2025
2025 Nevada Waterfowl …
10-04-2025
2025 Nevada Chukar For…
09-25-2025
A Career in Conservati…
08-29-2025
Muzzleloader Hunting i…
08-01-2025
Bears, Berries, and Bi…
07-11-2025
Operation Dry Water
07-03-2025
Silver Arrow Bowmen – …
06-17-2025
Rediscover Cave Lake G…
06-06-2025
Mountain Goat and Bigh…
05-23-2025
Nevada Big Game Applic…
05-02-2025
View All
NDOW PUBLICATIONS
Nevada Wildlife Connectivity Plan
This plan is designed to enhance and maintain ecological connectivity across Nevada to support the long-term survival of key wildlife populations.
1-6-26
Nevada State Wildlife Action Plan
Click here to view our statewide strategy for conserving Nevada’s vast and incredible biodiversity!
11-30-23
Fishing Report: 04/17/2026
04-17-26
Living with Raptors
10-25-21
Living with Mule Deer
10-25-21
Living with Mountain Lions
10-25-21
Habitat Conservation Framework
10-17-21
POPULAR SEARCHES
latest fishing report
Calendar
want to volunteer?
living with wildlife
hunting rules & regulations
fishing rules & regulations
report sick or dead wildlife
ask a game warden
report wildlife crime
MORE QUESTIONS?
STAY CONNECTED
Sign Up for the Latest Updates
FOLLOW US
@nevadawildlife