Shoshone Wilderness Study Area

Overview

Shoshone Wilderness Study Area is managed by Bureau of Land Management and is located near Shoshone, Idaho. In Idaho, BLM manages nearly 7,000 acres of public lands in the Shoshone Wilderness Study Area. The terrain here is surrounded by barren lava flows with elevations ranging from 3781 feet on the west boundary to 3970 feet on the east boundary. The rugged volcanic features and desert environment of this area provide accessible opportunities for primitive day hiking.

Things to Do at Shoshone Wilderness Study Area

Recreation Activities

Popular activities at Shoshone Wilderness Study Area include:

Nearby Activities

Camping
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Hunting
Photography
Wildlife Viewing

Plan Your Visit

Getting There

Located in Lincoln County, one mile northwest of Shoshone, Idaho.

GPS Coordinates: 42.97416667000000, -114.46222220000000

Contact & Resources

Phone: 208-732-7200

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Additional Information

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