Fortification Range Wilderness
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Fortification Range Wilderness
IUCN Category Ib (Wilderness Area)
Location Nevada USA
Nearest city Lund, Nevada
Area 30,656 acres (124.1 km2)
Established 2004
Governing body U.S. Bureau of Land Management

Fortification Range Wilderness is a 30,656-acre (124.1 km2) wilderness area in Lincoln County, in the U.S. state of Nevada. The Wilderness lies approximately 50 miles (80 km) southeast of the town of Ely and is administered by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.1

The Fortification Range Wilderness protects the 13.5-mile (21.7 km) long Fortification Range, a low mountain range composed almost entirely of volcanic materials. Most of the range is comprised of gentle ridges, though the north end is very rugged and precipitous and contains sheer cliffs and massive outcrops.1

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Flora and fauna

A variety of vegetation grows in the Fortification Range Wilderness, including ponderosa pine, pinyon pine, juniper, aspen, and cottonwood trees in the northern portion of the Wilderness. The southern portion is densely forested with pinyon and juniper. Common wildlife found the Wilderness includes mule deer, antelope, mountain lion, and various raptors.1

Recreation

Popular recreational activities in the Fortification Range Wilderness include hiking, camping, backpacking, photography, nature study, horseback riding, fishing and hunting.1

References

  1. ^ a b c d Fortification Range Wilderness - Nevada BLM

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