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Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area

Gooding, Idaho · Gooding County

In Idaho, BLM manages over 10,000 acres of public lands in the Black Canyon I Wilderness Study Area. Located at the southern toe of the Lemhi Mountain Range, this landscape is characterized by rocky canyons massive cliffs and faults. The lower slopes and canyon bottoms contain sagebrush forbs and grasses typical of thi…

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About Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area

In Idaho, BLM manages over 10,000 acres of public lands in the Black Canyon I Wilderness Study Area. Located at the southern toe of the Lemhi Mountain Range, this landscape is characterized by rocky canyons massive cliffs and faults. The lower slopes and canyon bottoms contain sagebrush forbs and grasses typical of this low moisture high desert environment. Patches of juniper trees are found throughout the area and small stands of Douglas-fir grow at the higher elevations. Primitive recreation opportunities for hiking, camping and nature study can be found here. Other recreation opportunities can be found at the nearby Gooding City of Rocks WSA.

How to Get There

Located in Gooding County, Idaho within the Mount Bennett Hills rolling belt of foothills between the Sawtooth Mountains to the north and the Snake River Plains to the south.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area

Heading to Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area?

No central reservation system listed for Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/14933) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area?

Located in Gooding County, Idaho within the Mount Bennett Hills rolling belt of foothills between the Sawtooth Mountains to the north and the Snake River Plains to the south.

How do I contact Black Canyon (I) Wilderness Study Area?

You can reach the park at phone: 208-732-7200 or email: BLM_ID_ShoshoneOffice@blm.gov .