Cactus Plain Wilderness Study Area · AZ

Cactus Plain Wilderness Study Area, AZCactus Plain Wilderness Study Area is a designated wilderness area in Arizona, managed by the Bureau of Land Management.About Cactus Plain Wilderness Study AreaThe 59,100-acre Cactus Plain Wilderness Study Area is 15 miles southeast of Parker, and three miles north of Bouse, Arizona, in La Paz County. The wilderness study area embraces the western two-thirds of the Cactus Plain, an immense open area of stabilized and semi-stabilized sand dunes, unique in western Arizona. Dunes vary in type and color from west to east. Recreation such as backpacking, day hiking, sightseeing, horseback riding, and botanical and wildlife study are enhanced by varying dune topography, colors, and vegetation. All wilderness study area lands are federally administered. Some lands surrounding the wilderness study area are not. Respect property rights: cross or use these lands only with landowner permission. Know where you are always, follow good safety practices, and usThings to do at Cactus Plain Wilderness Study Area

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Managed by: Bureau of Land Management

Designation: designated wilderness area

State: Arizona

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