Alkali Lake State Wildlife Management Area — photo spot in Yerington, NV 89447, USA
Alkali Lake State Wildlife Management Area
Alkali Lake SWMA is a seasonal alkaline wetland south of Yerington—prime for shorebirds, waders, migrating waterfowl, reflective salt flats and distant Sierra silhouettes. Best in spring/fall migrations and at sunrise/sunset for warm light and mirror-like reflections. Access via gravel roads; lightweight hiking from roadside parking. No formal fee but respect habitat closures and quiet zones.
Alkali Lake State Wildlife Management Area
Alkali Lake SWMA is a seasonal alkaline wetland south of Yerington—prime for shorebirds, waders, migrating waterfowl, reflective salt flats and distant Sierra silhouettes. Best in spring/fall migrations and at sunrise/sunset for warm light and mirror-like reflections. Access via gravel roads; lightweight hiking from roadside parking. No formal fee but respect habitat closures and quiet zones.