About Deer Creek Wilderness Study Area
In Idaho, BLM manages over 7,000 acres of public lands in the Deer Creek Wilderness Study Area. This WSA is southwest of Davis Mountain, one of the highest points in the Bennett Hills, dominated by steep hills and rhyolite and basalt outcrops. The higher elevations have aspen, tobacco brush, Indian paintbrush and lupine. Elk, deer, bear, coyotes, birds of prey and upland game birds can be seen here. Visitors here can enjoy hiking, nature study, photography and hunting.
Things to do
When to go
Weather data & source
Each figure averages the highlighted months. 2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data
Plan your visit
Deer Creek Wilderness Study Area is managed by Bureau of Land Management. Check current conditions, permits, and reservations before you go.
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