Where to See Wild Burros in Arizona: Black Mountain HMA

The Black Mountain HMA

The largest Herd Management Area (HMA) in Arizona, Black Mountain spans approximately 1.1 million acres of Mohave Desert shrub and Grand Canyon Desert shrub vegetation communities. This vast area is a haven for wild burros, offering a unique glimpse into their natural habitat.

How to get there:

Located 15 miles west of Kingman, the Black Mountain HMA parallels the eastern shoreline of the Colorado River for 80 miles, stretching from Hoover Dam south to the Needles Bridge to California. The historic gold mining town of Oatman, Arizona, is situated in the center of the southern half of the HMA, along Historic Route 66.

About the burros:

The current population level is about 475 animals, with approximately two-thirds of the population managed in the southern half of the HMA. These burros are a significant attraction, drawing visitors to the area.

In addition to the Black Mountain HMA, the town of Oatman, Arizona, has become a tourist attraction due to the burros that frequently visit the town. You can read more about the burros of Oatman, here.

Information gathered from the Bureau of Land Management.