Coronavirus (COVID-19) Notice
Although most refuge lands and outdoor spaces have remained open for the public to enjoy, we ask that you do the following:

  • Check local conditions on this website and call ahead for current information. Operations vary based on local public health conditions.
  • Face masks are required in all federal buildings and on all federal lands.
  • Maintain a safe distance between yourself and other groups.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth
  • Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze
  • Most importantly, stay home if you feel sick


Features

  • Grand Opening Rotator

    Hours of Operation

    September to May the visitor center is open Thurs - Mon from 9:00am to 4:30pm. June to August the center is open Fri-Sun 9:00am to 4:30pm.

  • Blue Heron Rotator

    Birds of Pahranagat NWR

    Are you a birder? Do you use eBird? Adding your sightings to eBird's online database helps us know what species are where and when.

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News

Current Conditions

May 30, 2020

In accordance with the Opening Up America Again plan and Nevada’s entry into Phase Two on May 29, 2020, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service has now reopened some facilities at the Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge. The following facilities at Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge are open: • All roads, including spur roads • Most trails • Campground • Campground Restrooms. The following facilities remain closed: • Visitor Center and Visitor Center trails. • Visitor Center access road.

Duck Stamps Sold Here

Duck Stamp

If you want to do your part to protect nature, a $25 duck stamp is one of the best investments you can make. Since 1934, 98% of duck stamp proceeds have gone towards wetland acquisition. Over 70% of Pahranagat's land was purchased with duck stamp funds.

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Camping at Pahranagat

Experience an oasis under the stars

Campsite 150 by 118

Pahranagat NWR has 15 FREE first-come, first-serve campsites along Upper Pahranagat Lake.

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About the Complex

Desert National Wildlife Refuge Complex

Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge is managed as part of the Desert National Wildlife Refuge Complex.

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About the NWRS

National Wildlife Refuge System

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The National Wildlife Refuge System, within the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, manages a national network of lands and waters set aside to conserve America's fish, wildlife, and plants.

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