Wildlife

Mason Valley Wildlife Management Area

Lyon County, NV

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Nevada Department of Wildlife 17,742-acre WMA on the Walker River floodplain north of Yerington—wet meadows, ponds, sloughs, and desert shrub supporting waterfowl, shorebirds, raptors, and warm-water fisheries. Primary public birding and fishing access for western Nevada’s agricultural valleys; seasonal restrictions protect nesting and waterfowl management.

Field facts

RegionLyon County, NV
Coordinates39.0702, -119.1000
Acreage17,742
Managing agencyNDOW
HabitatsPonds, sloughs, wet meadows, desert shrub
AccessDesignated roads from Alt US-95 / Sierra Way–Miller Lane

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