Winnemucca Lake

Winnemucca Lake is a seasonal, shallow lake located in north-central Nevada. It fills with water mainly during wet periods, often appearing as a wet ground or pond, and often dries up during dry years. The lake exists in an endorheic basin, meaning it has no outlet, so water leaves only through evaporation. Its flat, alkaline surface supports specialized plants and wildlife adapted to harsh conditions. Winnemucca Lake's presence and size can vary greatly with climate, serving as an important ecological indicator in the region’s dry desert environment.