During summer, there may not be any water. The sheer upthrust of limestone from the basin to the 11,513-foot elevation of Currant Mountain is a challenge, especially if access is made from the east side. The limestone upthrust is one of the unique features. Another unique feature is that an indigenous herd of Desert bighorn sheep make their home in the wilderness. This herd occupies the northernmost habitat niche of the Desert bighorn sheep.
Soils have moderate erosion potential and serious erosion problems occur in several raparian areas.
Pinyon pine and juniper dominate the lower slopes, and white fir, limber pine and bristlecone pine occupy the upper elevations. Yearlong dispersed recreation in the wilderness focuses on photography, camping, wildlife viewing, and primitive hiking. Adjacent to the wilderness there is a semi-developed recreation area provided at White River campground, as well as primitive campsites along Currant Creek. These sites are good staging areas for entry into the Wilderness. There are approximately 10.6 miles of trails in poor condition which receive light to no use within the wilderness.