Herd Management Areas
The BLM manages wild horses and burros in 177 herd management areas across 10 western states. Each HMA is unique in its terrain features, local climate and natural resources, just as each herd is unique in its history, genetic heritage, coloring and size distribution.
Browse herd management areas by state through the links below.
Learn More
To learn more about the program, read our Wild Horse and Burro common questions from the public.
Download Maps
The BLM provides downloadable maps to help visualize where these animals can be found roaming on BLM-managed public land.