Bonanza, Utah · Uintah County
The main feature in the northern part of the WSA is Main Canyon, a relatively shallow canyon that drains toward the northwest. Tributary canyons and the northern slopes of Winter Ridge comprise the southern portion of the unit. Special Features: The WSA has year-round populations of cougar, elk, mule deer, and black be…
The main feature in the northern part of the WSA is Main Canyon, a relatively shallow canyon that drains toward the northwest. Tributary canyons and the northern slopes of Winter Ridge comprise the southern portion of the unit. Special Features: The WSA has year-round populations of cougar, elk, mule deer, and black bear which are species associated with wilderness. The peregrine falcon and bald eagle and six other animal species considered sensitive may occur in the WSA.
Winter Ridge WSA is located in the Book Cliffs in southern Uintah County, and about 60 miles south of Vernal, UT.
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