This location occurs very close to Bridger Lake, near the confluence of the Thorofare and Yellowstone Rivers, not far from the USFS Hawk's Rest Ranger Station.

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.

Black bear, wolverine, cougar, moose, elk, mule deer, pronghorn, bison, bighorn sheep and the elusive wolf packs are all found here.

At least 75 other mammal species exist in the wilderness including beaver, coyote, bobcat, mink, porcupine, river otter, marmot and pika.

These fires enhanced the wilderness ecosystem by reducing the amount of dead and down wood, helping lodgepole pine cones to germinate, and improving grazing opportunities for such animals as elk and mule deer.