Bighorn National Forest

Sheridan, WY U.S.A.

The Bighorn encompasses 1.1 million acres of forested plateau and mountains in north central Wyoming.

Hikers can backpack into remote areas, including the Cloud Peak Wilderness, and winter sports enthusiasts find some of the state's best cross-country skiing and snowmobiling here.

The forest features many distinctive geological formations and historic Native American sites. Bighorn is renowned for large herds of elk and deer.

There are ranger stations in Buffalo, Lovell, and Sheridan.

There are boat launches at Sibley Lake and Meadowlark Lake.

A view of the Paintrock District in Bighorn National Forest.

Springtime in the Powder River Ranger District on the Worland side.

Horsepackers explore the Bighorn National Forest.