What is a National Wildlife Refuge? Pahranagat National Wildlife refuge

Simply put, national wildlife refuges are places where wildlife comes first. With over 550 refuges throughout the United States, the National Wildlife Refuge System is the only network of federal

© U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service lands dedicated specifically to wildlife conservation.

The Desert National Wildlife Refuge Complex

Southern has four national wildlife refuges all within an hour and a half drive from : Desert, Pahranagat, Moapa Valley, and Ash Meadows. Many wildlife refuges, like Pahranagat NWR, were established to protect and enhance the resting and feeding grounds of migratory birds, creating a chain of stepping stones along major migration routes. Others, like Desert, Moapa Valley, and Ash Meadows, were established to conserve the natural homes of our rarest wild species, including desert bighorn sheep, unique wildflowers, and rare desert fish. © Agency Partnership Wilderness in Your Backyard Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge Get away from the rush and noise of the city. The national wildlife refuges in southern Nevada allow you to experience a real sense of wilderness, marvel at the beauty of the , watch rare wildlife in their native habitat, and know it will be here for generations to come. © U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Few landscapes are as contrasting as Pahranagat Visit this unique oasis during the spring and fall © U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Valley’s lush wetlands and the surrounding Mojave migrations for the best chance to see festive displays America’s Great Outdoors Desert. Life-giving waters from Crystal and Ash Springs of colorful song birds Nevada 2012 flow through the valley, nourishing the Pahranagat and a diversity National Wildlife Refuge and offering ideal wetland of ducks and and riparian habitats for thousands of migratory birds, other waterfowl numerous birds of prey, deer, and rare fish. passing through the refuge. Cast a line for fish or enjoy Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge, established in a paddle across one of the 1963, preserves important habitat for birds migrating lakes. Or, simply stop by the © U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service through eastern Nevada. Birds traveling from as far refuge to walk the surrounding © U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service © U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Vicinity Map away as Alaska and Central America make use of the trails and enjoy the shade of the “One touch of nature makes refuge’s abundant food resources and nesting habitats. cottonwoods and willows. PAHRANAGAT NATIONAL WILDLIFE the whole world kin.” REFUGE

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MOAPA VALLEY 95 373 /( NATIONAL WILDLIFE Ä( Indian REFUGE Springs ¨¦§15 ASH MEADOWS Refuge Recreation Refuge Regulations NATIONAL North WILDLIFE Las Vegas REFUGE Las Ä(160 Vegas Henderson Hiking Fishing Even the best behaving pet can unintentionally scare or harm our wildlife. Please keep your pet leashed at all times and remember to clean up after them. The three mile Upper Lake Trail encircles the Catfish, carp, and largemouth bass may be For more information about lake and provides an excellent opportunity to found in the Upper Lake as well as many Please help keep your refuge clean - pack out all garbage and food waste. Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge, see waterfowl throughout the year. Running other areas of the refuge. Fish can also The lakes and marshes are home to rare and endangered aquatic and bird species. Please including volunteer stewardship between the Upper Lake Trail and the be found in a pond just north of Whin Dike. keep them and their home safe - no swimming or wading. opportunities, regulations and any permit refuge’s headquarters, the Davenport Trail The North Marsh is closed to fishing from requirements, please visit us at climbs into drier desert habitat of the refuge the first of October to the first of February. Domesticated animals can carry diseases fatal to their wild relatives. They are often ill- www.snap.gov or contact: and offers several scenic overlooks. Hiking is adapted to survive on their own and may eat some of the native species. If you have a cat, Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge also available on roads throughout the refuge. Boating goldfish, or any other pet you can no longer take care of, please find a new home for it away U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service from the refuge – no animal dumping. (775) 725-3417 Only non-motorized boats or boats with Wildlife Observation

© U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Horseback riding is not allowed on the refuge. Please help prevent the spread of invasive © U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service electric motors are permitted on Upper plants by riding your horse in areas outside of the refuge. The abundance of wetlands on the refuge Lake, Middle Marsh Unit and Lower Lake throughout the year. An area to launch supports a large and diverse population of Only street legal vehicles are allowed in the refuge – no all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). Please small craft is located on the southeastern wildlife. As one of the most popular birding protect wildlife habitat - stay on designated public access roads. locations in southern Nevada, visitors can side of the Upper Lake. Please be sure expect to see several species of waterfowl that water craft have been thoroughly Cooking fires are allowed in campsite grills. Check for any fire restrictions that may be and song birds throughout the year. Hikers cleaned, drained and dried to prevent the in place before making a fire. Please bring all of your own firewood – the downed wood exploring during the early morning or evening introduction of quagga mussels and other provides habitat for wildlife and returns nutrients to the soil.

© Southern Nevada Agency Partnership non-native aquatic life. © Southern Nevada Agency Partnership hours often see some of the refuge’s many Firearms and weapons may only be discharged during legal hunting activities. Transportation About the Southern Nevada mule deer. and possession of firearms must be in accordance with federal and Nevada state laws. Agency Partnership Camping The Southern Nevada Agency Partnership Hunting Explosives and fireworks are not permitted. is a partnership of four federal land Fourteen primitive lakeside campsites management agencies: Bureau of Land Hunting of geese, ducks, coots, moorhens, are available free of charge along Upper Enjoy the petroglyphs, pictographs, fossils, and archaeological sites, but take only pictures. Management (BLM), National Park quail, snipes and rabbits is permitted on Pahranagat Lake on the refuge. Sites Don’t remove any artifacts - it not only prevents future visitors from being able to enjoy them, but is also a violation of federal law. Service (NPS), U.S. Fish and Wildlife Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays in the are available on a first-come, first-serve Service (USFWS), and U.S. Forest Service refuge’s public hunting areas (generally south basis (no reservations). A few sites can (USFS). The agencies work with one end of refuge) during the official hunting accommodate multiple tents, camping another, the local communities, and many season. Dove hunting is permitted daily trailers or RVs. No electrical, water or organizations to conserve and enhance during the regular hunting season (typically waste treatment facilities are available. the federal lands of southern Nevada for September). Please inquire with refuge Vault toilets (no flush) are provided. current and future generations. staff or online at ndow.org for a full listing © Southern Nevada Agency Partnership Visitors may stay for a maximum of © Kurt Kuznicki of Nevada regulations and annual dates for fourteen days. About Friends of hunting seasons. Nevada Wilderness © U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service © U.S. Fish & WIldlife Service Friends of Nevada Wilderness is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting Nevada’s wild heritage. We inform the public about the importance of Nevada’s public lands, and team up with federal land management agencies and Life in the Valley People of Pahranagat Valley volunteers—people just like you—to care for Nevada’s wild places. Together, we work

to heal wildlife habitat, maintain trails, and Crystal and Ash Springs, located north of the refuge, make the wetlands and Named Pahranagat by Nuwuvi (Southern Paiute), the valley has been the inspiration for vibrant protect natural resources for current and riparian areas of Pahranagat Valley possible. The source of these springs is water human activity for thousands of years. The abundance of fresh water, game for hunting, and the future generations. Join us today, and make rising from an aquifer deep underground in porous carbonate rocks. potential for irrigation supported a flourishing culture. Numerous rock etchings, or petroglyphs, can a difference that lasts a lifetime. be found throughout the valley. One common image is known today as Pahranagat Man. With a Bulrush grows in marshes, providing nesting habitat and cover for migratory waterfowl, such as tradition of respect and care for the land, Nuwuvi maintain their strong ties to Pahranagat Valley. redheads, gadwalls and mallard ducks. These birds feed on aquatic plants, algae, beetles and snails. Horse thieves from Arizona and Utah began entering the valley during the mid-1860s. Making use Cottonwoods and willows flourish along the shorelines and provide cover for yellow warblers, of the valley’s rich vegetation and water, rustlers rested their stolen herds before traveling on vermilion flycatchers, and other song birds. During spring, the endangered southwestern to California. The 1870s saw the arrival of settlers who found markets for farming goods in the Map Disclaimer willow flycatcher also uses this vegetation for breeding and foraging. Red-tailed hawks silver mining camps north of the valley. A stone structure from this time period still remains on the SNAP gives no warranty, expressed or nesting in cottonwood trees feed their young with the valley’s bounty of voles and mice. refuge. Small windows, a single entrance, and thick walls indicate the need for security during the implied, as to the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or adequacy of the contents In winter, bald eagles soar above the lakes, looking for fish or ducks while golden early lawless days of the valley. Pahranagat Valley continues to attract people today due to the of this map, and distribution of this map eagles scan the wider landscape for cottontails and jackrabbits. valley’s rural lifestyle and the outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities that it offers. does not constitute any such warranty. The abundant water resources of the refuge also draw a number of mammals. Mule deer and coyotes SNAP reserves the right to make changes, wandering the refuge’s meadows and treed areas can be seen during the early and late hours of the corrections, or improvements at any time day. Bring binoculars and enjoy the diversity of wildlife found at Pahranagat National Wildlife Refuge. without notice. Boundaries depicted on this map are for information only and may not be suitable for legal, engineering,

© Southern Nevada Agency Partnership or surveying purposes. Private lands may have access restrictions; obtain permission before entering private land. Protect the Wilderness: Minimize Your Impact Conditions of backcountry roads vary seasonally and with weather conditions; check with the local ranger station or Leave No Trace Plan Ahead & Prepare Leave What You Find Respect Wildlife visitor center for current road conditions. of Your Visit Know the regulations and special concerns for the area you will Preserve the past: examine, but do not touch, cultural or Observe wildlife from a distance. Do not feed, follow or In order to protect the visit. Prepare for extreme weather, hazards, and emergencies. historic structures and artifacts. Leave rocks, plants and other approach animals. unspoiled wild nature of natural objects as you find them. wilderness for future visitors, Travel & Camp on Durable Surfaces Be Considerate of Other Visitors it is crucial to minimize Minimize Campfire Impacts Concentrate use on existing footpaths, washes, and campsites Respect other visitors and protect the quality of their © Southern Nevada Agency Partnership the impact of your visit by Campfires can cause lasting impacts to the backcountry. experience. Let nature’s sounds prevail. Avoid loud following these general Leave Dispose of Waste Properly Instead, consider using a lightweight stove for cooking or even voices and noises. No Trace principles: Pack it in, pack it out. Pack out all trash, leftover food, and litter try “no cook” meals. Be aware of seasonal fire restrictions. including toilet paper. Leave the site cleaner than you find it. Map Scale 1:31,680

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