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Pole Mountain Area adventures

Pole Mountain Area Adventures

Pole Mountain Area offers vast open spaces and rugged terrain, attracting outdoor enthusiasts with its extensive trails and beautiful vistas.

55,000
Acres Protected
50
Miles of Trails
80,000
Annual Visitors
1902
Year Established

About Pole Mountain Area

Pole Mountain Area
 

Pole Mountain Area, located in Southeastern Wyoming, is a part of the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and offers expansive landscapes characterized by high-elevation prairies, rocky hills, and a network of trails suitable for hiking, biking, and snow sports. The area is a haven for wildlife, hosting species like elk, moose, and a variety of birds. Historically, this area has been utilized by both indigenous peoples for hunting and by settlers for grazing cattle. Today, Pole Mountain provides recreation opportunities year-round, with trails that traverse its scenic lands. The area is particularly famous for its clear skies, making it a perfect spot for stargazing and photography. Its close proximity to nearby towns provides ample access, yet visitors still feel immersed in nature's quiet solitude. Fishing opportunities are abundant in the mountain streams and lakes, while snow cover in winter turns Pole Mountain into a destination for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

Highlights

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Vedauwoo rock formations, popular for climbing enthusiasts

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Extensive wildflower displays in spring and early summer

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Historic wagon roads used during military maneuvers

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Laramie Range, offering sweeping panoramic views

Notable Natural Features

Vedauwoo

A collection of massive, weathered granitic rock formations popular with climbers and hikers alike.

Turtle Rock Trail

A loop trail that offers views of unique rock formations and opportunities for wildlife observation.

Pilot Hill

A prominent hill offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.