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Hawley Mountain Wilderness Study Area

Mackay, Idaho · Butte County

In Idaho, BLM manages over 15,000 acres of public lands in the Hawley Mountain Wilderness Study Area. The steep and mountainous terrain of this area is home to deer, antelope, elk and sage grouse. The higher peaks and ridges are dominated by rock cliffs. Douglas-fir and mountain mahogany blanket areas at the higher ele…

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About Hawley Mountain Wilderness Study Area

In Idaho, BLM manages over 15,000 acres of public lands in the Hawley Mountain Wilderness Study Area. The steep and mountainous terrain of this area is home to deer, antelope, elk and sage grouse. The higher peaks and ridges are dominated by rock cliffs. Douglas-fir and mountain mahogany blanket areas at the higher elevations. The lower slopes are covered with sagebrush grasses and forbs. The diversity of terrain and rugged landscape here offers challenging recreation for hunting, hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Plan Your Visit to Hawley Mountain Wilderness Study Area

Heading to Hawley Mountain 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 Hawley Mountain Wilderness Study Area?

No central reservation system listed for Hawley Mountain Wilderness Study Area. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/recarea/14949) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Hawley Mountain Wilderness Study Area?

Located in Butte County 25 miles north of Howe, Idaho.

How do I contact Hawley Mountain Wilderness Study Area?

You can reach the park at phone: 208-524-7500 or email: BLM_ID_UpperSnakeOffice@blm.gov .