reservoir in Nevada, USA
Nevada's side of the giant Colorado River reservoir, with unlimited striped bass as of 2026, largemouth and smallmouth in the coves, and big channel catfish after dark. Located in the Colorado River above Hoover Dam near Las Vegas (Clark County).
Lake Mead (Nevada) is a reservoir in Nevada, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region. This guide brings together the fish species you can target, the regulations that apply, and the campsites nearby so you can plan a complete fishing trip.
Anglers fishing Lake Mead (Nevada) can target species including Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Striped Bass. Explore the linked species guides below to learn their habits, average sizes, and the tackle that works best on Lake Mead (Nevada).
Make sure you're fishing legally at Lake Mead (Nevada). A fishing license is required across most of USA, and daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change from year to year. When FishFinder has matching records, use the regulations link below to review the rules hub before you cast a line.
Explore the species guides for fish recorded at Lake Mead (Nevada):
Check FishFinder's regulation records for rules that apply at Lake Mead (Nevada):
Anglers at Lake Mead (Nevada) can target species including Black Crappie, Channel Catfish, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass, and Striped Bass. Explore each species on this page to learn its habits, average size, and the tackle that works best.
Yes — a fishing license is required across most of USA. Daily limits, size limits, and open seasons can change year to year, so review the regulations on file for Lake Mead (Nevada) before you cast a line.
Lake Mead (Nevada) is a reservoir in Nevada, USA, and a popular destination for anglers exploring the region.