BLM Announces Upcoming Online Auction for Wild Horses
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is set to host an Online Corral auction from March 9-16, 2026, offering the public a chance to adopt or purchase wild horses, including saddle- and halter-trained animals. The bidding will commence at $125.
A vast selection of wild horses and burros will be available for both adoption and purchase. Successful bidders can select designated pick-up locations indicated on each animal’s profile. These locations include:
- Cassopolis, MI (April 30-May 2)
- Doswell, VA (June 12)
- Elk Grove, CA (April 3)
- Elm Creek, NE (by appointment)
- Reno, NV (by appointment)
- Rainsville, AL (May 28)
- Wheatland, WY (by appointment)
- Williamston, NC (June 25)
The Online Corral serves as BLM’s digital platform where potential adopters and buyers can explore a variety of photos, videos, and detailed information about available wild horses and burros. This platform allows users to submit applications and place bids from the convenience of their homes. The animals featured were originally gathered from overpopulated herds on public lands across the western United States, aimed at sustaining both animal and rangeland health. Most of these animals are untrained and unhandled.
Prospective participants are encouraged to submit applications soon to gain pre-approval for bidding. Once approved, users can browse through available animals, place their bids, and arrange for pick-up at the specified locations detailed on each animal’s profile page during the auction period.
To participate as an adopter, individuals must be at least 18 years old and comply with facility requirements, which include providing a minimum of 400 square feet of corral space per animal, appropriate shelter, and fencing tailored to the type of animal. Transport trailers should be covered, stock-type, and feature robust floors and swing gates. Detailed requirements can be found on the BLM’s website.
BLM oversees and safeguards wild horses and burros across 25.6 million acres of public lands spread over 10 Western states. Since 1971, over 300,000 wild horses and burros have been placed into homes through BLM’s initiatives, which contribute to maintaining healthy animal populations and rangelands for future generations.
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