The Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe's Reservation is located thirty five miles northeast of Reno, Nevada in a remote desert area located in the counties of Washoe, Lyon, and Storey. The area of the reservation contains 475,000 acres or 742.2 square miles. Out of this acreage approximately 112,000 acres cover the surface of a terminal desert lake, Pyramid Lake. Pyramid Lake is one of the most valuable assets of the Tribe and is entirely enclosed within the boundaries of the Reservation. Pyramid Lake is approximately 15 miles long and 11 miles wide. Pyramid Lake measures 350 feet at it's deepest point. Read More ...

EMERGENCY FLOOD WATCH

For a recorded update on possible emergency status on the Pyramid Lake Reservation call 775-574- 2411

1/30/2017
Status on Public Access. See the Chairman's Press Release

Public Access Chairman's Press Release

1/11/2017
Lake Closure. See the Chairman's Press Release

Lake Closure Chairman's Press Release

1/8/2017
See the Chairman's Press Release for information regarding emergency numbers, sandbag pickup locations and emergency shelters.

Chairman's Press Release

Here are the links to the real-time (i.e. not forecasted) Truckee River flows:
- Reno: Truckee Current Flows in Reno
- Vista: Truckee Current Flows in Vista
- Wadsworth: Truckee Current Flows in Wadsworth
- Nixon: Truckee Current Flows in Nixon

LAKE INFORMATION

Permits for Lake Recreation and Fishing

PUBLIC NOTICE: Final Regs approved August 19, 2015
PLPT Fishing, Camping & Boating Regulations - Final 08/19/15

• Effective 10/01/2015 the Pyramid Lake Tribe is offering a 10% discount on all permits if you are a Senior (65 and older), military, or a member of recognized tribe.
• All people meeting the senior category that have purchased a permit in the past will be automatically switched over on 10/01/2015 and will be immediately eligible for the discounted price. Any individual who has never had a Pyramid Lake Tribal permit in the past will be able to register as a senior/military/or tribal member and therefore receive the discounted price.
• For Military and Tribal members from other tribes that have purchased a license in the past you will need to contact the Pyramid Lake Tribe to have your profile updated to receive future discounts on permit purchases. There will be no credits issued for failure to contact our office prior to having your profile updated.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT- The Tribal Council is moving forward with implementing the Tribe's Economic Development Plan and accessing the Pyramid Lake Paiute Economic Development Fund Created by PL-101-618. Please see the implementation process diagram below.

Economic Development Roadmap

Economic Distibution and Final Enrollment 

Although the economic stimulus payments are exempt from Federal income tax requirements, these payments may also affect the eligibility of persons and/or families for certain Federal and State programs. Please Click HERE for a resource guide to find out more about potential impacts to benefits.

ECONOMIC STIMULUS PAYMENT INFORMATION HOTLINE - (775) 574-2444

EVENTS - Check the EVENTS tab for the latest in local events.

Wadsworth Bypass Information- Click Here

PLPT Tribal Transit - Route Schedule (08/04/2016)

Little Warriors Learning Centers ->Forms Available

ARCHIVES (Old News): Click here for the old news.

Committee, Boards & Commissions Members:

GLS Tribal Youth Suicide Prevention Project: "Kwesto'ina Numu"

PLTHC: Sumunumu Resource Center

Pyramid Lake Community Library

PL Judicial Forms Available On-Line.

MEDICARE Enrollment - Continues:

PL Veteran's Exhibit: "Tookwusadu Ki Soomoowapana"

PLPT Food Bank & Pantry

PLPT Newspaper