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WILD HORSES OF THE OWYHEE FRONT
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(Information and graphics courtesy of BLM, Boise District Office)
The Owyhee Front Wild Horse Areas encompass approximately 120,000 acres of
public land divided into three Management Areas: the Black Mountain,
Hardtrigger and Sands Basin herd areas.
These areas are home to about 150 wild horses in several herds of various
sizes. Historically, these free-roaming animals have lived out their life on
the Owyhee Front, feeding, watering, breeding and foaling. Until recent years
they have had minimal contact with humans and they continue to be very
sensitive to human activity, especially during their foaling season from March
through June.
Wild horses are naturally wary. They are best viewed with binoculars at a
distance. When approached, they will normally spook and run for cover.
For more Idaho wild horse information, contact BLM's Boise District Office at 3948 Development Ave., Boise, ID 83705-5389; telephone (208) 384-3300.
This is not a BLM operated or BLM sponsored site. It
is run by private wild horse and burro enthusiasts. We are thankful to the
BLM for providing the information which is presented here.
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