Tribal Nations
Nevada’s Tribal Nations include the five major groups, 28 federally recognized Tribes, and urban Native communities. They each carry a unique story and deep connection to the region.
A Map of Native Nations
Organized by Tribal Groups— the Waší∙šiw, the Numu, the Newe, the Nuwuvi, and the Pipa Aha Macav — this map highlights the regions of Nevada that they have inhabited and stewarded for millennia, our very presence is woven into the identity of Nevada. Each group is made up of many distinct Tribal Nations, marked here to reflect their enduring presence in Nevada today.
To learn more about each Tribe’s history, culture, and role in Nevada today, explore the Tribal Directory.
