Hart Mountain

Part of Oregon’s Northern Great Basin, the Hart Mountain-Sheldon Region is recognized as one of the most important areas in the nation for the long-term survival of two iconic western species: the greater sage-grouse and the pronghorn antelope, North America’s fastest land animal.

This region also contains a long, rich cultural history for the Northern Paiute people and early ranchers. In the nearby town of Paisley, archeologists have uncovered what may be the oldest evidence of human presence in North America, after finding human artifacts dating to 14,000 BC.

The Land Trust has acquired nearly 2,000 acres in this area, creating a foundation for Tribal partnerships and cultural preservation efforts in the area. Land Trust properties in this region include the 7,918-foot summit of Beatys Butte, which is open to the public, along with other surrounding public lands.