43 C.F.R. § 6302.19
When may BLM close or restrict use of wilderness areas?
Cite as 43 C.F.R. § 6302.19 (2026)
When necessary to carry out the provisions of the Wilderness Act and other Federal laws, BLM may close or restrict the use of lands or waters within the boundaries of a BLM wilderness area, using the procedures in § 8364.1 of this chapter. BLM will limit any such closure to affect the smallest area necessary for the shortest time necessary.
- Cross-references to the CFR
- 8364.1