Whitehorse Creek WSA | Wyoming

The Whitehorse Creek Wilderness Study Area (WSA) encompasses 4,002 acres of BLM-administered land with no private or state inholdings. A major portion of the WSA is made up of eroding red, green, and gray buttes. The area is important raptor habitat. 

Opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation include studying the unique badlands topography, nature and wildlife photography, and bird watching. This is a fee-free site.

Accessibility Description (ABA/ADA)

Sections of the boundary roads are accessible.

BLM Wyoming Know Before You Go

The BLM welcomes you to explore, enjoy, and make positive memories from your outdoor experiences on America's public lands and waters. Please remember these are wide-open spaces and wildlands. Plan ahead and be aware of potential hazards. It is everyone's responsibility to take the necessary steps to minimize chances of becoming lost or injured on public lands.

When visiting public lands, please also practice Leave No Trace and Tread Lightly principles.

For other key advice on various recreation activities, please visit the BLM's trip-planning tips page. These helpful tips can help you make the most of your recreation experience. However, for more information about local conditions, regulations and recreation resources, there is no substitute for visiting the closest BLM office.

 

Contact Us

This site is managed by Rock Springs Field Office; visit their page for office hours and directions.
BLM_WY_Rock_Springs_WYmail@blm.gov
307-352-0256

Adventure is at Your Fingertips

Activities

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BIRDING
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BIRD WATCHING
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CAMPING
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CAMPING AREA
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HIKING
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PHOTOGRAPHY
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WILDLIFE VIEWING
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WILDERNESS

Addresses

Rock Springs Field Office
280 Highway 191 North
Rock Springs
Wyoming
82901

Directions

State Highway 28 east from Farson for 38 miles. Turn southeast onto County Road 10-446. In 10 miles, 10-446 will become County Road 4-74. Turn west onto the unnamed two track route. In two miles, the unnamed two track route will become the boundary between Oregon Buttes and Whitehorse Creek WSAs.

Fees

No Fees

Stay Limit

14 days

Additional Information