Black Rock Desert Wilderness, Protected wilderness area in northwestern Nevada, United States
The Black Rock Desert Wilderness extends across 300,000 acres of alkaline flats, volcanic formations, and mountain ranges at 3,907 feet elevation.
Native American tribes inhabited this region for thousands of years before John Fremont's expedition in 1843 led to its use during the California Gold Rush.
The flat playa surface has become a destination for land speed records, experimental vehicle testing, and the yearly Burning Man gathering.
Visitors require extensive preparation with water, supplies, and navigation tools, as the wilderness area lacks facilities and cellular service.
The desert contains remnants of ancient Lake Lahontan, creating a vast dry lakebed where fairy shrimp appear during rare water accumulations.
Location: Nevada
GPS coordinates: 41.21680,-118.75600
Latest update: March 29, 2025 18:11
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