what is the definition of a wilderness area
Full Definition of WILDERNESS AREA. : an often large tract of public land maintained essentially in its natural state and protected against introduction of intrusive artifacts (as roads and buildings).See wilderness area defined for English-language learners.ADVERTISEMENT. a large area of public land that is kept in its natural state. : an often large tract of public land maintained essentially in its natural state and protected against introduction of intrusive artifacts (as roads and buildings).