Boundary Peak Wilderness
Located in the Inyo National Forest in
California and Nevada.
The Boundary Peaks wilderness is located on the eastern slope of the White Mountains, the wilderness lies
entirely within Nevada. Boundary Peaks is characterized by extremely steep slopes dissected by narrow
canyons. Boundary Peak, within the wilderness, is the highest point in Nevada at 13,140 elevation.
Vegetation within the wilderness is mostly pinon-juniper at lower elevations. Various riparian species
area found in canyon bottoms. Scattered Bristlecone pines can be found at higher elevations. The
Boundary Peaks wilderness is trailless, offering a high degree of solitude.
For more information contact: The Inyo National Forest.
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