Lahontan State Recreation Area in Churchill and Lyon County, NV

Lahontan State Recreation Area Overview

Named after an ancient lake, Lahontan Reservoir was originally built as part of an irrigation project to water nearby farmlands.

With willows and cottonwoods scattered along 69 miles of shoreline, the park is one of the most popular places in Nevada to boat, fish, water-ski, horseback ride, camp, and enjoy the outdoors year-round.

Canoeing from Fort Churchill to the lake makes for a great day trip when conditions allow.

Lahontan State Recreation Area Wildlife

Wild horses, bobcat, fox, and deer share the park with a variety of birds, including migratory waterfowl, pelicans, herons, egrets, and hawks. Lahontan is also a nesting site for bald eagles.