- Lake Tahoe - Located on the border of Nevada and California, Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in North America. It is known for its crystal-clear water and beautiful scenery.
- Lake Mead - Lake Mead is a man-made reservoir formed by the Hoover Dam on the Colorado River. It is located on the border of Nevada and Arizona and is one of the largest man-made lakes in the United States.
- Lake Mohave - Lake Mohave is a reservoir on the Colorado River located on the border of Nevada and Arizona. It is smaller than Lake Mead and is known for its fishing, boating, and swimming opportunities.
- Pyramid Lake - Pyramid Lake is a natural lake located in northwestern Nevada. It is the largest natural lake in the state and is known for its unique tufa formations and its large population of cutthroat trout.
- Walker Lake - Walker Lake is a natural lake located in western Nevada. It is the second largest natural lake in the state and is known for its high levels of salinity and its population of Lahontan cutthroat trout.