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Discover Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains through an exhilarating off-trail snowmobiling adventure. Experience deep powder, expert guides, and remote winter landscapes that challenge and thrill alike.
Discover Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains through an exhilarating off-trail snowmobiling adventure. Experience deep powder, expert guides, and remote winter landscapes that challenge and thrill alike.
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Operated by Sled Wyoming · Sheridan, Wyoming
The Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming stand as a rugged expanse of winter wilderness, with towering pine forests, steep ridges, and pristine powder fields blanketed by over 250 inches of snow annually. Here, the Backcountry Tours offer snowmobilers an adrenaline-fueled gateway to exploring this vast and largely untouched landscape. Operating out of Sheridan, Wyoming, these tours immerse riders in terrain far removed from groomed trails, combining challenging off-trail riding with sweeping panoramic views that reward every twist and climb.
Choose between two premier experiences: the Northern Bighorns Tour for a full day of navigating deep snow, dense conifer groves, and rocky outcrops, or the exclusive Wyoming High Country Lodge Tour, which includes cozy accommodations perched amidst the snowy alpine wilderness. Both tours emphasize expert guidance, with seasoned local guides leading small groups who seek to push their limits and absorb the remote beauty of the Bighorns.
What sets these tours apart is the unrelenting winter environment paired with diverse terrain that ranges from open high plains to tight, technical forest runs. The Bighorn snowpack, one of the deepest in the region, offers powder stashes and untouched bowls that challenge riders of advanced skill levels. The area’s geological formations—ancient granite peaks and sedimentary cliffs—frame an unforgettable backdrop. Wildlife enthusiasts might spot moose or elk grazing along frosted valleys, adding moments of quiet to the thunderous engines.
Snowmobiling here is not just about speed but reading the landscape, understanding snow stability, and embracing Wyoming’s winter climate responsibly. Sheridan, the nearest city, provides a welcoming base with ample lodging and local culture offering a Western gateway vibe.
Backcountry Tours is a standout for those who want an authentic, remote, and physically demanding snowmobile experience beyond the more commercial resorts. Their focus on small-group tours ensures personalized instruction and safety, enhancing the thrilling yet controlled exploration of Wyoming’s winter backcountry.
Whether you’re an expert snowmobiler seeking new terrain or an avid outdoor adventurer eager to test yourself in a spectacular winter setting, these Backcountry Tours deliver a rare and electrifying ride through one of America’s last great snowy mountains.
challenging.
4–8 hours.
Participants should be in good physical condition, prepared for sustained periods of riding in cold, high-altitude conditions.
Yes, these tours are designed for riders with intermediate to advanced snowmobiling skills due to challenging off-trail terrain.
Guided backcountry snowmobiling, safety instruction, and use of professional-grade snowmobiles (rental is extra). Lodging is included only with the Wyoming High Country Lodge Tour.
Warm, layered clothing including insulated suits, gloves, boots, and helmet gear are essential for cold winter conditions.
Tours are dependent on safe weather and snow conditions; guides monitor avalanche risks and may cancel or reschedule as needed.
Most riders fly into Sheridan, Wyoming, which is the closest city with accommodations and access to the Bighorn Mountains.
Yes, snowmobile rentals are available but must be reserved separately from the tour booking.
The Bighorn Mountains have long been a hunting and winter travel corridor for Native American tribes, with modern snowmobiling gaining popularity in the 1980s.
Tours adhere to strict environmental guidelines to minimize disturbance to fragile winter habitats and prevent pollution in this pristine mountain ecosystem.
Sled Wyoming is a Sheridan, Wyoming-based rental company specializing in powered and pedal-driven outdoor adventures across the Bighorn Mountains and surrounding areas. The company offers Sea-Doo three-seater jet skis at Lake De Smet, Honda Monkey 125cc motorcycle rentals, Can-Am UTVs including Maverick Sport DPS 1000 two-seater and Maverick Sport Max 1000R four-seater, Defender Max Limited UTVs, Surron dirt e-bikes, mountain bikes, VelociRAX bike racks, and a range of snowmobile (sled) rentals in multiple durations. Backcountry gear rentals include avalanche beacons, radios, and essential backcountry clothing for guided tours. Sea-Doo rentals run on a full-day schedule with a brief orientation; fishing is allowed on Lake De Smet and riders are asked to refuel and follow safety guidelines. Honda Monkey rentals require riders to be 18 or older and hold a motorcycle license; the bikes have an approximate 160-mile fuel range. UTV rentals provide flexible pick-up and drop-off options, custom locations, and the ability to extend rentals; downloadable maps are provided for areas where cell service is limited. Snowmobile options include 2025 Ski‑Doo Summit Adrenaline 850 for off-trail riding and 2025 Ski‑Doo Grand Touring 600 for on-trail touring, with multi-day rental lengths available. All equipment and tours are offered from Sheridan, with local pick-up and drop-off options. The business focuses on providing a wide range of recreational rentals and backcountry gear to support safe, self-guided exploration of Sheridan County and the Bighorn Mountains. Some UTV options include no strict return times and the freedom to extend rentals for longer backcountry exploration from Sheridan base.
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