Hiking the Bighorn Mountains: The Complete Guide to Wyoming's Wildest Trails, Cloud Peak Wilderness, Scenic Hikes & Backcountry Adventures - Paperback

by Gregory T. Whaley (Author)

Hiking the Bighorn Mountains of Wyoming

The Complete Trail Guide to Cloud Peak Wilderness, Scenic Day Hikes, Backcountry Routes & Wild Wyoming Exploration

Tucked between Yellowstone's shadows and the Black Hills' fame lies one of America's most underrated hiking frontiers. The Bighorn Mountains aren't just a backdrop-they're a destination in their own right: wild, wind-carved, and profoundly alive.

This comprehensive guide takes you deep into Wyoming's Bighorns, from alpine lake loops to summit scrambles, canyon trails, historic ridgelines, and wildlife-rich basins. Whether you're chasing solitude in the Cloud Peak Wilderness or easing into family-friendly paths near Medicine Wheel and Shell Falls, this book lays out everything needed to plan, explore, and experience the region with clarity and confidence.

Inside, you'll find:

• Detailed trail profiles for day hikes, weekend loops, and multi-day backpacking routes

• Scenic highlights like Lost Twin Lakes, Misty Moon, West Tensleep, and Shell Canyon

• Backcountry planning tools: elevation, camping zones, water access, bear safety, and gear strategies

• Accessibility insights for ADA-friendly trails, campgrounds, and scenic drives

• Essential logistics: weather timing, permits, offline maps, emergency contacts, and resupply towns

• Cultural depth: Native heritage, early pioneer routes, and where to witness authentic Wyoming traditions

Written for hikers of all levels-road trippers, photographers, solo trekkers, families-this guide gives more than directions. It delivers a sense of place and the knowledge to explore it responsibly.

The trail is waiting. Step into the quiet wildness of Wyoming's Bighorns-grab your copy now and let the journey unfold.