Desert National Wildlife Range
Desert National Wildlife Range, Wildlife refuge in Nevada
The Desert National Wildlife Refuge is the largest national wildlife refuge in the contiguous United States.
Established in 1936, it safeguards an area rich in desert wildlife and habitats.
The refuge is part of the traditional land of the Southern Paiute people.
Visiting the refuge offers opportunities for hiking, hunting, and bird watching.
It contains six major mountain ranges and supports more than 500 plant species.
Location: Clark County
Location: Nye County
Location: Lincoln County
Inception: 1936
Elevation above the sea: 1,354 m
Website: fws.gov/refuge/desert
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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