About this site

Towering cliffs painted in desert hues and honeycombed rock formations sculpted over millions of years for the landscape of this remote region. The unique soils here support a number of rare plant species, including two that are only found in the Leslie Gulch Drainage. Mule deer, California bighorn sheep, Rocky mountai

BLM · Bureau of Land Management

Leslie Gulch Area of Critical Environmental Concern

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Maybe — confirm before you go.

This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

Where it is
43.2985, -117.2707
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Camp at Leslie Gulch Area of Critical Environmental Concern This site has campsites you can reserve online. Check availability and book directly on Recreation.gov.
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Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Leslie Gulch Area of Critical Environmental Concern — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?

Maybe — This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go. Check with the managing agency before you go.

Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?

Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Leslie Gulch Area of Critical Environmental Concern. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.

Yes Can you camp at Leslie Gulch Area of Critical Environmental Concern?

Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.

Depends Can you have a campfire?

Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.

Yes Are there hiking trails?

Yes — trails here include Juniper Gulch Trail, Timber Gulch Trail, Dago Gulch Trail, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.

Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?

Yes — Leslie Gulch Area of Critical Environmental Concern is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.

Depends Do you need a permit to climb?

Rock climbing is available here; some routes or areas may need a permit. Check current climbing regulations first.

Yes Can you bring a dog?

Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.

Depends Are drones allowed?

Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.

Nearby sites

Jump Creek Nroslm / CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Land Management

Jump Creek

Likely

Charges a day-use (standard amenity) fee the pass usually covers — confirm on site.

HikingSwimming Site
ID · Standard amenity (day-use) fee
Bureau of Reclamation

Owyhee Reservoir Boat Ramp

Check

Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

BoatingCampingFishing
OR · Fee unknown
Bureau of Land Management

Wilson Creek Travel Management Area

Confirmed

This site is free — no fee is charged, so you won’t need your pass to get in.

BikingFishingHiking
ID · No fee
Bureau of Reclamation

Lake Lowell

Check

Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

BoatingInterpretive ProgramsFishing
ID · Fee unknown