Lava Wilderness Study Area

Overview

Lava Wilderness Study Area is managed by Bureau of Land Management and is located near Shoshone, Idaho. In Idaho, BLM manages nearly 24,000 acres of public lands in the Lava Wildernes Study Area. The WSA is located on a flat plain and is an older lava flow including pressure ridges and pahoehoe lava. Here you will see lichens of different colors on lava and wildlife like deer, coyotes and sage grouse. Hiking, camping and nature study can be enjoyed here.

Things to Do at Lava Wilderness Study Area

Recreation Activities

Popular activities at Lava Wilderness Study Area include:

Nearby Activities

Camping
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Hunting
Photography
Wildlife Viewing

Plan Your Visit

Getting There

Located in Lincoln County, two miles northeast of Shoshone, Idaho.

GPS Coordinates: 43.00166667000000, -114.30222220000000

Contact & Resources

Phone: 208-732-7200

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Additional Information

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