Unit 044 covers the Santa Rosa Range and adjacent country in north-central Nevada north of Winnemucca. The Santa Rosas are an interesting mountain block—reaching 9,732 feet on Granite Peak with extensive aspen forests, mountain mahogany, and Douglas fir on the high country. Lower elevations are classic Great Basin sage and bitterbrush. The Santa Rosa-Paradise Peak Wilderness covers the high core, restricting motorized access. Humboldt-Toiyabe NF on the high country, BLM on the lower flanks, with private ranches in the valleys. Highway 95 north of Winnemucca is the main paved access; FR 084 and other forest roads climb into the range. Paradise Valley is a tiny ranching community; Winnemucca is the supply town with full services. Cell service is along Highway 95 and gone in the mountains. Mule deer is the main draw, and the Santa Rosas have a reputation for solid bucks—the aspen-mahogany transition zones are productive. Elk have been transplanted into the range and a small herd is established. October weather at elevation can be alpine—snow possible from late September on.