Henry's Lake

General Location: Adjacent to the Forest Service's 16,800-acre Lion's Head Roadless Area; Along Idaho-Montana border; About 40 miles north of Ashton, Idaho

Natural Features: The WSA is within a small perennial stream drainage north of Henry’s Lake. The lush vegetation along the creek bottom includes rose, aspen, willow, serviceberry and snowberry. The slopes have scattered stands of Douglas-fir Lodgepole pine and aspen intermix with sagebrush, bitterbrush and grasses. Wildlife species found in the WSA include black bear, elk, moose, deer, and a variety of birds. The area lies within Situation “I” habitat where management from grizzly bear is given priority over other uses. The WSA is closed to OHV use. The WSA receives minimal human activity due to its small size and lack of public access from its southern boundary.

Total Acres: 350

Acres Supported by BLM for Wilderness Designation: 340 (Only recommended for wilderness in conjunction with the adjacent 16,800 acre Forest Service Lion’s Head Roadless Area that has been recommended for wilderness)