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View of old lava flow in the East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area, July 20, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov www.blm.gov
Lava Mountain and old lava flow in the East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov www.blm.gov
Juniper trees and old lava flow frame Lava Mountain in the East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov www.blm.gov
The distal end of a lava flow (basalt) in southeastern Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area (WSA), Idaho. Looking west from the primitive road that forms the border of the WSA. UTM Zone 12N coordinates: 272096, 4756532 (m)
Sign in the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>
View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from the Green Mountain, July 20, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>
View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from the Green Mountain Campground, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>
View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from Green Mountain Campground, July 20, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>
View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from the Green Mountain Lookout, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>
View of the Devils Garden Lava Bed and Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Areas from the Green Mountain Lookout, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>


Lava Wilderness Study Area

The Lava Wilderness Study Area in Arizona is a rugged and remote landscape characterized by volcanic rock formations and unique desert flora and fauna.

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Lava Wilderness Study Area in Arizona

The Lava Wilderness Study Area is located in northern Arizona and covers approximately 24,000 acres of rugged and volcanic landscape. The area is characterized by its unique geology, including lava flows, cinder cones, and volcanic craters. One of the most prominent features of the Lava Wilderness Study Area is the Sunset Crater Volcano, a cinder cone that last erupted in the 11th century. The area also contains several lava flows, including the Bonito Lava Flow, which is estimated to be around 900 years old. The vegetation in the Lava Wilderness Study Area is sparse and consists mainly of juniper and piñon pine trees, as well as various grasses and shrubs. The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, coyotes, and a variety of bird species. The ecological significance of the Lava Wilderness Study Area lies in its unique geology and the habitats it provides for a variety of plant and animal species. The area is also important for scientific research, as it offers insights into the geological processes that have shaped the region over thousands of years. Overall, the Lava Wilderness Study Area in Arizona is a fascinating and important natural area that offers visitors the opportunity to explore a unique volcanic landscape and learn more about the natural history of the region.



Lava Wilderness Study Area

Points of Interest

Lava Wilderness Study Area

The Lava Wilderness Study Area is a unique and fascinating landscape located in south-central Idaho. It is known for its rugged terrain, volcanic features, and diverse plant and animal life. Here are some of the most popular points of interest in the area:

Craters of the Moon National Monument

One of the main attractions in the Lava Wilderness Study Area is the Craters of the Moon National Monument. This area is known for its vast lava fields, cinder cones, and lava tubes. Visitors can explore the unique landscape on hiking trails and guided tours.

Big Cinder Butte

Big Cinder Butte is a prominent volcanic feature in the Lava Wilderness Study Area. It is a large cinder cone that offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can hike to the top of the butte for a panoramic view of the area.

Wildlife Viewing

The Lava Wilderness Study Area is home to a variety of wildlife, including pronghorn antelope, mule deer, and sage grouse. Visitors can enjoy wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the area, especially in the early morning and evening hours.

Geological Formations

The Lava Wilderness Study Area is known for its unique geological formations, including lava flows, volcanic craters, and lava tubes. Visitors can explore these features on hiking trails and interpretive tours to learn more about the area's geological history.

Historic Sites

The Lava Wilderness Study Area also contains several historic sites, including Native American petroglyphs and early settler homesteads. Visitors can learn about the area's cultural history by visiting these sites and exploring the interpretive displays.

Overall, the Lava Wilderness Study Area offers a one-of-a-kind experience for visitors looking to explore Idaho's unique volcanic landscape and learn more about its natural and cultural history.



Lava Wilderness Study Area – Images

View of old lava flow in the East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area, July 20, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov www.blm.gov

Description: View of old lava flow in the East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area, July 20, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov www.blm.gov

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Lava Mountain and old lava flow in the East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov www.blm.gov

Description: Lava Mountain and old lava flow in the East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov www.blm.gov

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Juniper trees and old lava flow frame Lava Mountain in the East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov www.blm.gov

Description: Juniper trees and old lava flow frame Lava Mountain in the East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The East Lava Field Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov www.blm.gov

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The distal end of a lava flow (basalt) in southeastern Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area (WSA), Idaho. Looking west from the primitive road that forms the border of the WSA. UTM Zone 12N coordinates: 272096, 4756532 (m)

Description: The distal end of a lava flow (basalt) in southeastern Shale Butte Wilderness Study Area (WSA), Idaho. Looking west from the primitive road that forms the border of the WSA. UTM Zone 12N coordinates: 272096, 4756532 (m)

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Sign in the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

Description: Sign in the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

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View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from the Green Mountain, July 20, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

Description: View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from the Green Mountain, July 20, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

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View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from the Green Mountain Campground, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

Description: View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from the Green Mountain Campground, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

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View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from Green Mountain Campground, July 20, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

Description: View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from Green Mountain Campground, July 20, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

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View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from the Green Mountain Lookout, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

Description: View of the Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area from the Green Mountain Lookout, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

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View of the Devils Garden Lava Bed and Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Areas from the Green Mountain Lookout, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

Description: View of the Devils Garden Lava Bed and Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Areas from the Green Mountain Lookout, July 21, 2017, by Greg Shine, BLM. The Squaw Ridge Lava Bed Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located approximately 80 miles southeast of Bend and 26 miles from State Highway 31 in Lake County, Oregon, and approximately 12 miles northeast of the town of Fort Rock. The WSA contains 27,700 acres of Bureau of Land Management administered land, 640 acres of split-estate land, and a 320-acre state inholding near the eastern edge of the WSA. The boundaries are described by high standard gravel roads on the south, private land and 1.5 miles of low standard dirt road on the west, low standard dirt road on the north, and low and high standard dirt roads on the east. Small portions of the east and north boundaries are formed along private land. The WSA, roughly circular in shape, is dominated by an extremely rugged basalt flow which issued from Lava Mountain, and forms a flattened cone covering approximately two-thirds of the study area. Elevation ranges from 4,300 feet to 5,615 feet at the summit of Lava Mountain near the center of the WSA. Vegetation consists primarily of western juniper, sagebrush, and bunchgrass on the lava flow, and western juniper and big rabbitbrush communities surrounding the flow. Mountain mahogany, aspen, and ponderosa pine also occur at various locations within the lava flow. The WSA was studied under Section 603 of the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, and was included in the Final Oregon Wilderness Environmental Impact Statement filed in February of 1990. The WSA offers exceptional opportunities for primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, backpacking, tent-camping, sightseeing, photography, caving, and exploring the lava features present throughout the WSA. Hiking within the lava flow is challenging due to the rough and irregular surface. The area outside the lava flow offer less rugged terrain for camping, and easier access for recreation. Contact: Bureau of Land Management, Lakeview District 1301 South G Street Lakeview, OR 97630 541-947-2177 BLM_OR_LV_Mailbox@blm.gov <a href="https://www.blm.gov" rel="nofollow">www.blm.gov</a>

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