Hemingway-Boulders Wilderness

This special area is located in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area and was designated a wilderness area, along with the Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness, in 2015. The Hemingway-Boulders Wilderness is unique in its geological formations and location near the Jim McClure-Jerry Peak Wilderness and the Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness.

This wilderness area includes various forks of the Salmon and Big Wood rivers and many creeks, including King Creek, Ibex Creek, and Lost Mine Canyon Creek. There is tremendous fishing available in the rivers and creeks in the Hemingway-Boulders Wilderness as well as incredible hikes with terrific opportunities to view nature and the abundant wildlife.

There are several very high elevation peaks and many deep canyons that provide habitat for numerous species of wildlife, including mountain lions, wolves, mountain goats, elk, and moose. Some of the tallest peaks in the area include Galena Peak, Easley Peak, Silver Peak, Ryan Peak, Kent Peak and Glassford Peak – several of which are over 11,000 feet in elevation.

Photography is very popular in this wilderness area because of its unique blend of natural structures and incredible landscapes. This wilderness offers opportunities for recreational, scenic, scientific, educational, conservation and historic purposes. Motorized vehicles and bicycles are not permitted in any designated wilderness areas.

Hemingway-Boulders Wilderness Map

Sawtooth National Recreation Area Map with Wilderness Boundaries

Active Alerts

Hemingway-Boulders and Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness Areas - Occupancy and Use

General Information

Motorized vehicles and bicycles are not allowed in any designated wilderness areas.

Before entering the Cecil D. Andrus-White Clouds Wilderness, visitors should familiarize themselves with Rules and Regulations, which summarize the details of the Occupancy and Use Order posted under Alerts.

Permits are not required for parties, but users must sign-in at trailheads when entering the Hemingway-Boulders Wilderness – see Hemingway-Boulders Wilderness Map. Groups may not exceed 12 people and 14 head of stock, excluding pack goats which may not exceed 9 total. If you have wilderness area questions, please call the Sawtooth Stanley Ranger Station (208) 774-3000.