Fallon National Wildlife Refuge Susan Sawyer/USFWS / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
About this site

Fallon National Wildlife Refuge is a 17,848 acre unit of the Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge Complex, located in north-central Nevada, 20 miles northeast of the community of Fallon, and approximately seventy miles east of Reno. At the terminus of a branch of the Carson River, Fallon National Wildlife Refuge lies wi

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Fallon National Wildlife Refuge

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Where it is
39.7135, -118.6274
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Camp at Fallon National Wildlife Refuge This site has campsites you can reserve online. Check availability and book directly on Recreation.gov.
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Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Fallon National Wildlife Refuge — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?

Maybe — This U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.

Yes Can you fish at Fallon National Wildlife Refuge?

Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.

Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?

Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Fallon National Wildlife Refuge. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.

Yes Can you camp at Fallon National Wildlife Refuge?

Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.

Depends Can you have a campfire?

Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.

Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?

Yes — Fallon National Wildlife Refuge is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.

Depends Is hunting allowed?

Yes — hunting is permitted here in season, with the required state license and tags. Check seasons and unit rules.

Depends Can you bring a dog?

Often restricted to protect wildlife — many refuges limit or prohibit pets. Check this refuge before you go.

No Are drones allowed?

No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Wildlife Refuge land.

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Stillwater National Wildlife Refuge

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Lahontan Reservoir Jonas Dovydenas / Public domain · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation

Lahontan Reservoir

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Rye Patch Reservoir

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