Granite Mountain Wilderness Area

Granite Mountain Wilderness Area spans over 34,000 acres of federally protected backcountry in California, managed by the Bureau of Land Management. This is primitive wilderness—no roads, motors, or mechanized travel of any kind are permitted. What you'll find is authentic backcountry terrain suited to hikers and backpackers seeking solitude and a non-motorized experience.

Visiting means embracing wilderness rules. You travel by foot, camp without facilities, and practice Leave No Trace principles throughout. Access points exist, but there are no maintained trail networks, service infrastructure, or amenities within the area. The landscape is wild and untrammeled, which is precisely the point of a federally designated Wilderness Area. Plan accordingly: bring all water, food, and gear you need, and be prepared for genuine remoteness.