Surprise Valley
Status
Established
Year Established
1991
Location
Station
State
Idaho
National Forest Regions
Intermountain Region (R4)
43.8, -114.016667
Surprise Valley Research Natural Area
Ecological and Physical Description
Size
1,470ac (595ha)
Elevation Range
8,800' (2,682m) - 11,878' (3,620m)
Primary Features
high-elevation glacially formed hanging valley with outstanding geologic features, subalpine, timberline, and alpine communities, and aquatic values.
Last updated February 2, 2023