 | | The United States Congress designated the Santa Rosa-Paradise Peak Wilderness in 1989 and it now has a total of 31,000 acres. The entire wilderness is in Nevada.Lonely, rarely visited, and subtle, this area is typical basin and range country: no lakes, no alpine meadows, no large coniferous forests. Located in north-central Nevada, it encompasses the south end of the Santa Rosa Mountains, with 9,701-foot Santa Rosa Peak in the northern section as its highest point. Paradise Peak in the southern section overlooks rugged granite, a profusion of spring wildflowers, sweeping basins above pockets of quaking aspen, and an abundance of wildlife. Mountain lions and bobcats are elusive but common inhabitants, and California bighorn sheep have been introduced. Eagles and hawks soar with the wind in the higher country, while upland game birds, grouse, and partridge dominate lower elevations. Cold streams provide a home for many trout, including the threatened Lahontan cutthroat. Rattlesnakes and hornets threaten the unobservant in summer. |
| |  | | | Facilities: No facilities are provided at Santa Rosa-Paradise Peak Wilderness. Reservations: Reservations are not needed or accepted for Santa Rosa-Paradise Peak Wilderness. Best Time To Visit: Santa Rosa-Paradise Peak Wilderness is open year round. Fees: No fees are charged. Accessibility: Unknown Rules: Dispose of waste properly. Leave what you find. Minimize campfire impacts. Respect wildlife. Be considerate of other visitors. All motorized vehicles are prohibited. Directions: Santa Rosa-Paradise Peak Wilderness encompasses 31,000 acres north of Winnemucca. | | |
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| | | | Address | | Santa Rosa Ranger District-Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest | | 1200 Winnemucca Blvd. | | Winnemucca, Nevada 89445 |
| | | Phone | | General: (775) 623-5025 | |
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