Jerry Peak WSA

General Location: 20 miles south of Challis, Idaho

Natural Features: Comprised of rolling hills with sagebrush and grass the dominant vegetation on the northern half. The southern half consists of steeper terrain of a more mountainous nature culminating with 10,010 foot Jerry Peak. Sagebrush and grass give way to lodgepole and limber pine on the upper elevations with large areas of timber in the upper reaches of Bear, Mosquito, Sage, and Lake Creeks. Herd Lake, located in the southwestern portion of the WSA is popular for both fishing and sightseeing.

Total Acres: 46,150

Acres Supported by BLM for Wilderness Designation: 26,750

Rationale for BLM’s Recommendation: The 26,750 acres recommended for wilderness designation contains excellent scenery, outstanding recreation and solitude opportunities. The steeper canyons and the vegetation provide excellent screening, offering outstanding naturalness and providing the visitor with a unique opportunity to experience a natural environment minimally imprinted by humans.