The large desert located in the United States is the Great Basin Desert. It is primarily situated in Nevada, extending into portions of Utah and California. This desert is characterized by its unique geography, consisting of mountain ranges and basins, and experiences an arid climate with annual precipitation averaging less than 10 inches. Despite its name, the Great Basin is not a traditional desert of dunes but rather a high desert, with many salt flats and rugged terrain. It provides habitat for diverse wildlife and plants adapted to harsh conditions.