INDIAN CREEK WILDERNESS STUDY AREA

Values

This WSA consists of several northward-sloping canyons as much as 300 feet deep and narrow, twisting tributary canyons cut through the red rock. Four miles of perennial streams are within the WSA. About 75 percent (5,163 acres) of the WSA is bare rock. Sparse desert shrub covers the remainder of the WSA. Two pour offs in Indian Creek near the western border of the WSA are picturesque when water is flowing in the intermittent drainage. The two pour offs drop almost 150 feet. Desert bighorn sheep, which are a wildlife species associated with wilderness, has been found within this WSA. Peregrine falcons, golden eagles, bald eagles, and Mexican spotted owls may occur in the WSA.

Visitation Information

Located in San Juan County, about 35 miles northwest of Monticello, UT. Indian Creen WSA is north and west of Indian Creek Falls. From Monticello, Utah, drive north on Highway 191 for 14.4 miles. Turn left (west) onto UT-211 and travel 29 miles. Turn right onto Lockhart Road (B-122) and travel north. Approximately 6.3 miles north of the Indian Falls Recreation Site, turn left on a primitive route to reach the WSA boundary.

Visitor Advisory

Visitors should come prepared for backcountry conditions and adequately prepare for their trip. Knowledge of weather, terrain, and physical conditions can help ensure safety.