Snowy Range
Snowy Range in southeastern Wyoming offers high-elevation trails, rugged peaks, and alpine lakes within a remote wilderness area. Accessible from Laramie, it's popular for hiking, backcountry camping, and seasonal activities.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Western United States |
| Subregion | Great Basin |
| Country | United States |
| State | Wyoming |
| County | Laramie County |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 41.35 |
| Longitude | -106.95 |
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7:12 PM LOCAL TIMEThe Snowy Range—also known as the Medicine Bow Mountains—is a rugged upland range in southeastern Wyoming, about 30 miles west of Laramie. At its core is a high-alpine basin studded with about a dozen major lakes and crowned by peaks exceeding 11,000 feet (3,350 meters). The range features treeline trails, rocky summits, and patches of exposed tundra amid stands of bristlecone pine and lodgepole pine. Visitors tend to arrive via Forest Service roads or from nearby trailheads for activities like day hikes, overnight backpacking, and winter snowshoeing; longer routes can connect to broader regional networks including the adjacent Medicine Bow National Forest. The climate transitions quickly from alpine cold and wind to valley-level milder temperatures—prepare for sudden weather changes and significant snowpack in winter. Its solitude, varied terrain, and views across eastern Wyoming make the Snowy Range a treasured destination for seasons of outdoor recreation.
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