Nevada Fishing License
Issued by Nevada Department of Wildlife
Fishing in Nevada
Nevada's Pyramid Lake is the only place in the world to catch Lahontan cutthroat trout in their original strain — fish over 20 pounds are caught from ladders along the shore each winter. Lake Mead and Lake Mohave hold striped bass and largemouth. The Truckee River runs trout through Reno. Walker Lake and the Ruby Mountains lakes offer high-country brookies and rainbows. Most water is open year-round given Nevada's mild climate, and crowds stay light outside Pyramid.
License Types & Fees
| License | Fee |
|---|---|
| Resident Annual Fishing (18+) | $40.00 |
| Resident 1-Day Permit | $9.00 |
| Resident Consecutive Day | $3.00 |
| Resident Youth Combination (12–17) | $15.00 |
| Resident Senior Combination (65+) Requires 6 months continuous Nevada residency | $15.00 |
| Non-Resident Annual Fishing (18+) | $80.00 |
| Non-Resident 1-Day Permit | $18.00 |
| Non-Resident Consecutive Day | $7.00 |
| Non-Resident Youth Combination (12–17) | $15.00 |
| Interstate Boundary Water License Reciprocal waters: Colorado River, Lake Mead, Lake Mohave, Lake Tahoe, Topaz Lake | $30.00 |
Fees are subject to change. Confirm current pricing on the Nevada Department of Wildlife website before purchasing.
Nevada does not sell a separate trout stamp — trout fishing is included with the standard fishing license. Prices do not include the nominal processing fee.
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