Fishing without a valid Nevada fishing license carries penalties from NDOW game wardens.
| Violation | Fine Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| No fishing license | $50 – $500 | Misdemeanor |
| No Trout Stamp (trout possession) | $50 – $200 | Extra stamp required |
| Over creel limit | $100 – $1,000 per fish | Per-fish basis |
Key Creel Limits
| Species | Daily Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Trout (general) | 5 | Stamp required — statewide |
| Mackinaw (Lake Tahoe) | 5 | Unlimited on <20″ at Tahoe to protect native cutthroat |
| Largemouth bass | 5 | Lake Mead, Lahontan, urban ponds |
| Striped bass (Mead) | No limit! | Unlimited stripers at Lake Mead! |
| Catfish (channel) | 15 | Generous — desert reservoirs |
Call NDOW Poach Hotline: (800) 992-3030.
A Nevada fishing license is $40. Get yours.