 | National Forests |
| | Sawtooth National Forest | | Sawtooth National Forest comprises more that 2.1 million acres of public land, most of it in south-central Idaho, with one unit in northern Utah. Hunters come here for deer, elk, antelope, mountain goat, bear, and mountain lion. Sightseers, bird watchers, hikers, horse riders, and trail and mountain bikers add to recreational traffic on the Sawtooth National Forest. | |
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| Wildlife Preserves & Refuges |
| | Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge | | Recreational activities in this area include boating, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing. Up to 100,000 ducks and geese are present in the Minidoka National Wildlife Refuge during spring and fall migrations. Migrating tundra swans can be seen in spring in shallow bays and shores of the lake. Bald eagles, golden eagles, hawks, and owls are frequently seen. Mule deer are year-round residents and pronghorn antelope are occasionally seen. | |
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