Mt. Rose Wilderness Area

NileGuide Expert tip:

Hike or snowshoe the top of the mountain. This popular place is large enough for everyone. You can find some private areas if you get out of the main portion of the meadow.

Description:

• The Mt. Rose Wilderness area offers visitor chances to experience many recreational activities within its 28,121 acres. These include hiking and horesback riding. The ridge tops and canyons of the Carson Range are within the Mt. Rose Wilderness. Visitors can experience the ecological transition from the Great Basin to the Sierra Nevada. A wide variety of plants and wildlife, ranging from high desert to mountain meadow residents live here. Species include mule deer, black bear, coyote, bobcat, beaver, blue grouse, mountain quail and red-tailed hawk. Overlooking the Reno/Sparks area, Mt. Rose Wilderness provides many opportunities for those seeking adventure. There are also approximately 20 miles of designated trails which wind through the Mt Rose wilderness. Campfire permits are required. Wilderness permits are not required. Please register at the Mt. Rose trailhead. Located on the western border of Nevada, The Mt. Rose Wilderness can be accessed from Carson City via Highway 395.