Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge

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Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge lies at the southern end of Ruby Valley in northeast Nevada. Flanked on the west by the rugged and scenic Ruby Mountains, it is one of the most remote refuges in the lower 48 states. The refuge encompasses 40,048 acres of marsh, meadows, grasslands, and brush covered upland habitats. The Ruby Valley is at an elevation of about 6,000 feet.

Important Announcements

The Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge is open daily, year-round, from 1 hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset.
Harrison Pass is not maintained year-round, so may be better to use Secret Pass (I-80 exit 321 for Halleck open) to access the refuge in the winter and/or when there is adverse weather. Please drive carefully!
Part of the Auto Tour Route (Long Dike Road between Unit 13 and Unit 20) is closed to vehicles until further notice to protect breeding waterfowl.
June 15 - July 31: South of Brown Dike (South Marsh) only, motorless boats and boats with battery powered electric motors are permitted. Gas motors must be removed from all boats.
ORUVs: Off-road vehicles are prohibited on all refuge roads east of Ruby Valley Road (County Road).
The Visitor Center is open M - F, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, excluding federal holidays. However, we are a small staff and may temporarily close the Visitor Center if we are needed in the field.
Contact us: Please feel free to contact us at [email protected] or 775-779-2237 with any questions.

ducks flying over water with snow capped mountains in the background

Ruby Lake Boating, Hunting, and Fishing Brochure

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Location and Contact Information

About Us

Ruby Valley National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1938 as “a refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other wildlife.��

History

Ruby Valley is rich in history. Evidence of prehistoric people who roamed throughout northeastern Nevada can be found all along the west side of the refuge, in the Ruby Mountains. The numerous springs in and around the refuge provide abundant food sources including game animals, seeds, nuts, and roots.

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