Explore Pinto Valley Wilderness, Nevada

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With colorful sandstone, petroglyphs, and rare plant species, Pinto Valley Wilderness is an often overlooked area. Containing Guardian Peak, one of the highest points in the area, Pinto Valley Wilderness stretches from higher elevations down to the desert and Lake Mead. All you plant enthusiasts will be most interested in the gypsum mudhills. They support an odd array of rare species, including silverleaf sunray, California (Las Vegas) bearpoppy, and Palmer's phacelia. Activities: Hiking Camping Horseback Riding Hunting (Seasonal; License Required) Points of Interest: Guardian Peak Petroglyphs Colorful Sandstone Rare Las Vegas Bear Poppy Plant Access: Access to the wilderness area is from the paved Northshore Road and from the rough dirt roads that border its west (Callville Wash Road) and east (Boathouse Cove Road) sides. The wilderness area can also be accessed from Lake Mead by boat. TIPS: All motor vehicles must be street legal. Vehicle operators must have a valid operator's license in their possession. Vehicle camping is permitted at designated backcountry campsites only. Driving off of designated roads is prohibited. Maximum stay in any backcountry camping area is 15 days. Group size is limited to 12 people. Backpackers may camp anywhere except "No Camping" areas. Campsites must be at least a 1/2 mile off of designated roads and 100 ft. from any spring, water hole, seep or other water. Maximum stay in any backcountry camping area is 15 days. Hunting is allowed except in those areas posted as "No Hunting" zones. Target shooting is prohibited throughout Lake Mead NRA. Geocaching is not a permitted activity at Lake Mead NRA. Collection and removal of natural, historical or cultural objects is prohibited. Report any resource violations to our dispatch office (702) 293-8998.

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