Sawtooth Wilderness Act

The Sawtooth Wilderness Act is legislation that designates the Sawtooth Mountains in Idaho as protected wilderness area. It aims to preserve the region's natural landscape, scenic beauty, and ecosystems by restricting development, logging, and motorized vehicle use. The act ensures that activities like hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing can continue while maintaining the area's ecological integrity for future generations. It balances conservation with recreation, safeguarding the wilderness character of the Sawtooth Range.