Hemingway–Boulders Wilderness

Hemingway-Boulders Wilderness is a protected area spanning roughly 68,000 acres across the Boulder Mountains with granite peaks, dense forests, and alpine meadows. The terrain lies within the Sawtooth National Recreation Area and provides diverse ground for hiking and exploration.

The area gained federal protection in 2015 through the Jerry Peak Wilderness Additions Act signed by President Barack Obama. This legislation safeguarded the landscape from motorized use and commercial development.

The name honors author Ernest Hemingway and connects literary history to these mountains. Visitors find themselves in a landscape that shaped the imagination of one of America's most famous writers.

Visitors must follow strict rules that ban motorized equipment including vehicles and bicycles. Practicing Leave No Trace principles helps keep this wild area in its natural state throughout your visit.

The area contains the headwaters of the East Fork Salmon River and Big Wood River tributaries. These water sources support populations of Chinook salmon and native cutthroat trout that thrive in this ecosystem.

Location: Idaho

Inception: August 7, 2015

GPS coordinates: 43.90889,-114.48500

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:46