News and Public Notices

September 2, 2026

Park

Lahontan

Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) WARNING Advisory

Lahontan State Recreation Area (Updated: November 2, 2026) Lahontan Reservoir, located in Lahontan State Recreation Area, has been downgraded to a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) WARNING Advisory. Visual and satellite imagery assessments have indicated a continued presence of Cyanobacteria. Water tests conducted by the Nevada Division of Environmental...

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September 1, 2026

Winner of 2026–2027 5th Grade Adventure Pass Design Challenge

Hundreds of talented Nevada students submitted designs during the past school year, making the selection process more difficult than ever. Each year, the creativity and imagination displayed by Nevada’s 5th graders continue to make choosing a winning design increasingly challenging.

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July 29, 2026

Park

South Fork

Boat Ramp Closure at South Fork State Recreation Area

Due to the decreasing water levels, the boat ramp between sites 26 and 27 has been closed for the season. 

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July 28, 2026

Park

Valley of Fire

Temporary Closure of the West Entrance at Valley of Fire

The West Entrance at Valley of Fire State Park will be temporarily closed Monday through Thursday

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July 23, 2026

Park

Van Sickle

Construction Begins at Van Sickle Bi-State Park

The main park road will be closed after the California day-use area, making the state line monument, Nevada day-use area, and Nevada parking lot inaccessible throughout construction.

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