You'll also find camping sites from years gone by, with old Basque ovens, shepherd's stacks and more. Desert exploring is not for the unprepared. This spectacular desert lake is unlike any other body of water in the world. As the largest remnant of ancient Lake Lahontan, a giant inland sea that once covered more than 8,000 square miles, Pyramid Lake is an astonishing reminder of the history of our earth. Archaeologists have discovered evidence that Pyramid Lake was home to cultures that existed more than 9,000 years ago.
Petroglyphs depicting prehistoric Indian life still line the hillsides around the lake.
Pyramid is also famous for its fish. Ancient Cui-ui fish still swim in its azure waters. These exotic fish first appeared more than 2 million years ago. Once abundant, they are now protected by the Endangered Species Act. For a good look at Pyramid's variety of fish, visit the Numaga Fish Hatchery and Visitors Center located between Wadsworth and Nixon.