Shellback Wilderness

Shellback Wilderness is a 36,143-acre protected area in western White Pine County, Nevada, within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and just north of the Bald Mountain and White Pine Range wilderness areas. Administered by the U.S. Forest Service, it was designated by the White Pine County Conservation, Recreation and Development Act of 2006. Moorman Ridge, which rises to 9,052 feet, dominates the landscape. The area is notable for the strong contrast between its slopes, with several springs and lusher vegetation on the western side and much drier, more arid conditions on the eastern side.

Ruth, Nevada · United States