Government Peak Wilderness, Protected wilderness area in White Pine County, Nevada.
The terrain stretches across 6,313 acres with bare rock cliffs on the eastern side and pinyon-juniper woodlands covering the upper western slopes.
The designation of Government Peak Wilderness safeguards a section of the Snake Range, preserving natural habitats and native species for future generations.
The Indian George Wash divides the wilderness into two sections, marking a notable geographical feature within this northeastern Nevada landscape.
Visitors must bring sufficient water supplies as no water sources exist within the wilderness boundaries, and access requires navigation through multiple unpaved roads.
The elevation changes from 6,000 to 8,100 feet create distinct vegetation zones where desert brush transitions into mountain woodlands.
Location: Nevada
GPS coordinates: 39.50420,-114.16800
Latest update: April 5, 2025 18:40
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