Gros Ventre Wilderness

In today's article we will explore the topic of Gros Ventre Wilderness, a question that has sparked interest and debate for a long time. Gros Ventre Wilderness is a relevant and controversial topic that has captured the attention of academics, experts and the general public. Over the years, Gros Ventre Wilderness has been the subject of multiple investigations, studies and reflections, which have shed light on different aspects related to this topic. In this article, we will analyze the different perspectives and approaches that have been adopted to address Gros Ventre Wilderness, with the aim of deepening its understanding and scope.

Gros Ventre Wilderness
Map showing the location of Gros Ventre Wilderness
Map showing the location of Gros Ventre Wilderness
Location in Wyoming
Map showing the location of Gros Ventre Wilderness
Map showing the location of Gros Ventre Wilderness
Location in United States
LocationTeton / Sublette counties, Wyoming, USA
Nearest cityJackson, WY
Coordinates43°28′15″N 110°24′32″W / 43.47083°N 110.40889°W / 43.47083; -110.40889
Area317,874 acres (1,286.39 km2)
Established1984
Governing bodyU.S. Forest Service

The Gros Ventre Wilderness (/ˌɡr ˈvɑːnt/ groh-VAHNT) is located in Bridger-Teton National Forest in the U.S. state of Wyoming. Most of the Gros Ventre Range is located within the wilderness.

U.S. Wilderness Areas do not allow motorized or mechanized vehicles, including bicycles. Although camping and fishing are allowed with proper permit, no roads or buildings are constructed and there is also no logging or mining, in compliance with the 1964 Wilderness Act. Wilderness areas within National Forests and Bureau of Land Management areas also allow hunting in season.

Satellite image of the Red Rock fire in the Gros Ventre Wilderness.

Etymology : In French, Gros Ventre means big belly / big stomach.

See also

References

  1. ^ Protected Planet Website- Retrieved April 19, 2023

External links

  • "Gros Ventre Wilderness". The National Wilderness Preservation System. Wilderness.net. Retrieved 2022-10-04.
  • "USGS Darwin Peak (WY) Topo Map Quad" (map). TopoQuest. Retrieved 2008-06-30.
  • "Wilderness Legislation: The Wilderness Act of 1964". The National Wilderness Preservation System. Wilderness.net. Retrieved 2022-10-04.