Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge is a waterfowl oasis in the middle of the desert. Virtually hidden on
Highway 93, approximately 90-miles northeast of Las Vegas is one of the most remarkable
natural occurrences a person could imagine, a natural oasis. The name
"Pahranagat" comes from the Paiute Indian word meaning "place of many
waters.
Located in very rugged area of arid creosote bush desert and an occasional Joshua tree, a person
could travel for many miles in any direction and still be in a remote area. Humanity has
recently discovered the hidden beauty of this area, but the migrating waterfowl and other
birds have known of this spot for decades.
Encompassing more than 5,380 acres, Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge contains a diverse range of habitats from desert to
cultivated fields, marsh and open water. Wildlife ranges greatly, from jackrabbits and
bull frogs to blackbirds, roadrunners, mallards and hawks. They established Pahranagat
National Wildlife Refuge in 1964 and it is host to thousands of waterfowl today.
Hunting, fishing, camping and
non-motorized boats are quite the "in thing" to do year-round in this area.
Finding this unique spot is easy. Take I-15 north to the I-93 cutoff, then take I-93 North
toward Alamo/Tonopah and it will be left about 60-miles from the junction.
For more
information contact:
Refuge Mgr,
Pahranagat NWR,
PO Box 510
Alamo, NV 89001
702-725-3417
or
Desert NWR
1500 N Decatur Blvd
Las Vegas, NV 89108
702-646-3401
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Directions:
North on U.S. Highway 93 from Interstate 15 - 70 miles. Follow signs to
refuge headquarters.
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