Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe Aquatic Invasive Species Program

09/30/2026

Good morning everyone!

Our hours for opening weekend are as follows!

9/30- 7:00AM-6:30PM
10/01- 5:30AM-6:00PM
10/02- 5:30AM-6:00PM
10/03- 5:30AM-5:30PM
10/04- 5:30AM-5:00PM
10/5- 6:00AM-4:30PM

Please remember to show up clean, drain, and dry! also to clarify if you come out and receive a pre-inspection, you must still come through the station on opening day to have your seal removed and receipt written! there has been some confusion about this so far. Please watch out last two posted videos for full details.

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09/28/2026

Hi everyone. Just wanted to reach out and inform all boaters coming out for opening weekend that we at the inspection station are performing pre-inspections and sealing boats prior to the opener on Thursday. So come on out before hand to get your inspection and seal to help get through the line and on to the water faster!

09/19/2026

ATTENTION ALL BOATERS!
Due to staffing issues, the Watercraft Inspection station hours for the week of Sep 20-26 has changed.
We will be open from 9:00AM-5:00PM.

We encourage all fisherman to come out and get pre-inspected and sealed prior to opening day. This will help cut down on traffic at the station opening weekend as well as help you get out on the water faster!

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09/19/2026

Attention all boaters!

This is Sloan from the pyramid lake watercraft inspection station. I'm just reaching out today to tell everyone that with fishing season on the horizon you can come out prior to the opener to get your boat inspected and sealed. Having the seal means you'll be able to bypass the line opening weekend. Just pull up to the side, and we can cut the seal, write you paperwork and send you on your way!
We'll also be open till 6:00 on the 30th specifically for this reason to pre-inspect boats and apply seals.
Getting your boat pre-inspected and sealed helps us by cutting down the traffic on opening weekend as well as helps you get out on the water faster.
We look forward to seeing you all on the lake.
Thanks and have a great day!

09/05/2026

Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe

Boaters: Strong winds will create choppy conditions on area lakes from 11 AM to 11 PM on Sunday. Gusts up to 35 mph are expected, with waves up to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe and Pyramid Lake. Consider postponing boating until winds subside.

09/04/2026

Boaters: Strong winds will create choppy conditions on area lakes through 9 PM Friday. Gusts up to 35 mph are expected, with waves up to 3 feet on Lake Tahoe and Pyramid Lake. Consider postponing boating until winds subside.

08/23/2026

Pyramid Lake Watercraft Inspection Station Closure

Hey Everyone, due to the ongoing Hawk Fire and evacuation impacts affecting the neighboring area and staff, the Pyramid Lake Watercraft Inspection Station will be closed Sunday, August 23.

We currently anticipate returning to regular operating hours on Monday, August 24, conditions permitting.

The safety of our staff and the community remains our priority. We appreciate everyone’s patience and understanding. Please stay safe and follow all official evacuation notices and emergency guidance.

Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe

-Picture from part-way up Geiger Grade.

08/10/2026

ATTENTION ALL BOATERS:

Due to the fire located between Sutcliffe and Nixon, the WID station will be shutdown for the remainder of the day.
As the fire progresses we will keep you updated on the opening of the station for the upcoming days.

Stay safe.

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07/24/2026

Hey everyone, Inspection Station hours for the next week will be 7:30am- 5:00pm. Thanks and have a great day!

Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe

*Photo from 2020

07/11/2026

Hey everyone. Powers been out in Sutcliffe for the last couple hours. As a result we are closing at 4pm today instead of 5. We will be open again tomorrow at 7am. Please remember inspections are mandatory for all motorized and or trailered watercraft prior to launching. Thanks and have a great day!

Pyramid Lake Paiute Tribe

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