Key Pittman Wildlife Management Area: hunting rules and map
Key Pittman Wildlife Management Area is 1,337 acres in Lincoln County, managed by NDOW in its Southern Region and inside hunt units 223 and 133. NDOW lists hunting on the area, with this rule first: some hunt days are by reservation through NDOW's Overton/Key Pittman reservation system.
Data updated October 2026. Area rules: NDOW's public land page, read 2026-10-18. Boundary and acres: NDOW GIS. Land around it: BLM.
BLMKey Pittman WMAHunt unit lineLake or riverHighway
| Size | 1,337 acres (NDOW legal acres) |
|---|---|
| County | Lincoln County |
| NDOW region | Southern Region |
| Hunt units | 223, 133 |
| Status in NDOW's map | Designated |
| Camping | Not permitted |
| Nearest towns | Hiko (4 mi), Alamo (11 mi) and Rachel (29 mi) |
What is Key Pittman WMA?
Key Pittman Wildlife Management Area (KPWMA) is located in the north end of the Pahranagat Valley between the Pahranagat Range to the west and the Hiko Range to the east. The WMA is approximately 135 miles south of Ely and 110 miles north of Las Vegas on Highway 318.
In NDOW's words, from NDOW's public land page.
What are the rules on Key Pittman WMA?
| Topic | NDOW's rule |
|---|---|
| Hunting | Some hunt days are by reservation through NDOW's Overton/Key Pittman reservation system. During the waterfowl season, hunting is permitted on the opening weekend of the duck season, odd-numbered days throughout the season, opening day of the goose season, and the closing two days of the waterfowl season. The maximum hunter capacity during the opening day of duck season and the opening day of goose season will be 55 at any time. All hunters will check-in and out at the main entrance and will park in designated parking areas only. No vehicles are allowed on the area during the hunting season. The area is closed to fishing during the waterfowl season. The use or possession of shells for a shotgun containing shot that is toxic or larger than standard-sized T is prohibited. |
| Camping | Not permitted |
| Campfires | Not permitted |
| Trespass and travel | Trespass prohibited from Feb. 15 through Aug. 15 in the portion of Nesbitt Lake north of the old fence line |
| Boats | Vessels must be operated at a speed that leaves a flat wake, but in no case may exceed 5 nautical miles per hour. No motorized boats are allowed on the area during waterfowl season. |
| Trapping | Allowed on a first come, first serve basis and may contain designation of specific trapping areas, dates or other restrictions to ensure compatibility with other public activities. |
| Bodies of water | Nesbitt and Frenchy Lakes |
Source: NDOW, Your Public Land. Big game seasons on the area follow the hunt unit's regulations.
Which big game unit groups take in Key Pittman WMA?
NDOW draws big game tags by unit group. The groups that include units 223 and 133, with NDOW's 2025 figures for the whole group, not the WMA alone:
| Species and group | Tags issued, 2025 | Successful hunters, 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Pronghorn antelope, 132 - 134, 245 | 27 | 24 |
| Pronghorn antelope, 221 - 223, 241 | 47 | 33 |
| Mule deer, 131 - 134 | 96 | 57 |
| Mule deer, 221 - 223 | 125 | 40 |
| Desert bighorn sheep, 133, 245 | 1 | 1 |
| Desert bighorn sheep, 221, 223 | 1 | 1 |
| Elk, 221 - 223 | 202 | 99 |
Source: NDOW Big Game Hunt Statistics (2022 to 2025; 2025 from NDOW's 2025 hunt data workbook).
What land surrounds Key Pittman WMA?
Inside the WMA boundary, BLM's surface management map shows BLM 26 acres. NDOW's WMA map records its status as designated. Highways within 8 miles: US 93, NV 318, NV 38, NV 375 and NV 7. Nearest towns: Hiko (4 miles), Alamo (11 miles), Rachel (29 miles) and Caliente (40 miles).
Questions hunters ask
Can you hunt on Key Pittman WMA?
Yes. NDOW's rule for hunting on the area: Some hunt days are by reservation through NDOW's Overton/Key Pittman reservation system. During the waterfowl season, hunting is permitted on the opening weekend of the duck season, odd-numbered days throughout the season, opening day of the goose season, and the closing two days of the waterfowl season. The maximum hunter capacity during the opening day of duck season and the opening day of goose season will be 55 at any time. All hunters will check-in and out at the main entrance and will park in designated parking areas only. No vehicles are allowed on the area during the hunting season. The area is closed to fishing during the waterfowl season. The use or possession of shells for a shotgun containing shot that is toxic or larger than standard-sized T is prohibited.
Can you camp on Key Pittman WMA?
No. NDOW lists camping as: Not permitted
Which hunt unit is Key Pittman WMA in?
By NDOW's boundaries: unit 223 (1,146 acres) and unit 133 (192 acres).
Where is Key Pittman WMA?
Key Pittman Wildlife Management Area (KPWMA) is located in the north end of the Pahranagat Valley between the Pahranagat Range to the west and the Hiko Range to the east. The nearest town by the census map is Hiko, 4 miles away.
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Where these facts come from
- Description and rules: NDOW, Your Public Land.
- Boundary, acres and status: NDOW wildlife management areas. Surrounding land: BLM Surface Management Agency map (national, limited scale).
- Unit group figures: NDOW Big Game Hunt Statistics (2022 to 2025; 2025 from NDOW's 2025 hunt data workbook).
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Nevada hunting Southern Region Pronghorn antelope 132 - 134, 245 Pronghorn antelope 221 - 223, 241 Mule deer 131 - 134 Mule deer 221 - 223 Desert bighorn sheep 133, 245 Desert bighorn sheep 221, 223