Nelson Mountain
Status
Established
Year Established
1988
Location
Station
State
Utah
National Forest Regions
Intermountain Region (R4)
39.05, -111.225
Nelson Mountain Research Natural Area
Ecological and Physical Description
Size
490ac (198ha)
Elevation Range
8,700' (2,652m) - 9,070' (2,765m)
Primary Features
Nelson Mountain is a small, isolated mesa along the southeastern margin of the Wasatch Plateau. It supports nearly pristine woodlands and shrublands characteristic of these elevations on the Plateau, including white fir, Curlleaf mountain mahogany, and sagebrush types.
Last updated February 2, 2023