High Schells Wilderness

High Schells Wilderness is a protected area in eastern Nevada covering 121,497 acres in the Schell Creek Range within the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Managed by the U.S. Forest Service, it is known for rugged mountain habitats where quaking aspen and conifer forests support wildlife such as elk, mule deer, and mountain lion. Golden eagles ride air currents along the crest, streamside habitat supports birds including blue grouse, sage grouse, and chukar, and perennial streams sustain rainbow, brook, cutthroat, and brown trout. The area also preserves archaeological sites, including petroglyphs and lithic scatters, showing much older human presence.

McGill, Nevada · United States