Owens Peak Wilderness, Nature reserve in Kern County, California.
The Owens Peak Wilderness spans 73,767 acres of land, featuring mountainous terrain with elevations reaching 8,445 feet at its highest point.
The United States Congress established this protected area through the California Desert Protection Act in 1994, designating it as a wilderness reserve.
The Pacific Crest Trail crosses through the wilderness, providing hikers with opportunities to explore the natural landscape and connect with nature.
Visitors should bring sufficient water supplies and proper navigation tools, as the remote location offers limited cellular coverage and minimal facilities.
The wilderness sits at the meeting point of three distinct ecosystems: the Great Basin, Mojave Desert, and Sierra Nevada, creating varied geological features.
Location: Kern County
Inception: 1994
Operator: Bureau of Land Management
GPS coordinates: 35.71690,-117.96800
Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:41
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