Get Wild! Your Summer Vacation with Mustangs
Ecotourism
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Published: May 1, 2017
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AWHC Contributor
Many wild horseecotourismopportunities exist on our public lands.From New Mexico to Oregon, these destinations offer a unique chance to witness the majestic beauty ofmustangsin their natural habitats. As Americans become more aware of these magnificent animals, the ecotourism value of wild horse herds continues to grow.
New Mexico
In New Mexico, theJicarilla Wild Horse Territoryoffers visitors amazing opportunities to view these iconic animals.
Colorado
In Colorado, theLittle Book Cliffs Wild Mustangs, near Grand Junction, and theSand Wash Basin Wild Mustangs, west of Craig, provide excellentecotourismand viewing opportunities.
Wyoming
Numerous viewing opportunities exist for WyomingMustangs, including:
- Wild Horse Scenic Loop Tour near Rock Springs, Wyoming
- Red Canyon Wild Mustang Tours near Cody, Wyoming
- Pryor Mountain Mustang Center, Lovell Wyoming
Utah
In Utah, theOnaqui Mountainswild horses are popular with photographers and wild horse watchers.
Arizona
In Arizona, visitors flock to see theSalt River wild horsesin the Tonto National Forest. The town ofOatman is famous for its burros, who come from the BLM's Black Mountain Herd Management Area.
Oregon
In Oregon, theSteens Mountain wild horse populationis known as the Hollywood Herd for its popularity with photographers and visitors.
These are just some of the many wild horse herds enjoyed by visitors to our western public lands. Although underutilized and rarely promoted by the Interior Department, these herds are of great interest to many Americans. Share this with your friends and family!
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