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Starting southwestwards from Dayton towards Cutler Hill and the Bighorn summit area is a long, scenic, high-altitude ascent into the mountains. Prepare for a major climb of approximately 16+ miles gaining over 4,000ft, reaching elevations well above 8,000ft. Gradients average around 5%. On this climb you'll journey through dramatic canyons and forests onto the high plateau, enjoying spectacular views back towards the plains and into the Bighorns.

Climbing Powder River Pass westwards from near Ten Sleep is an exceptionally long, high-altitude journey across Wyoming's Bighorn Mountains. Prepare for approximately 25 miles of sustained climbing, gaining over 5000ft to the lofty 9666ft summit. Along the way you'll enjoy spectacular scenery transitioning from the dramatic cliffs of Ten Sleep Canyon (featuring steady ramps around 6-8%) to vast alpine plateaus, averaging around 4-5% overall. Services are virtually non-existent between Ten Sleep and the summit and don't forget to check WYDOT for current road status before attempting this cimb, which is seasonally closed due to snow in late April/early May, typically opening late May or June.

Climbing Granite Pass eastwards from near Shell is an epic, high-altitude journey through the Bighorn Mountains, defined by its length and dramatic scenery. Prepare for a very long 18-22 mile ascent, gaining nearly 5000ft to the 9033ft summit. You'll have to deal with moderate gradients averaging around 5%, but prepare for sustained steeper ramps of 7-9% through the breathtaking Shell Canyon. Services are extremely limited between Shell and the summit area. Also, be sure to check WYDOT for current road status before attempting this climb, as US-14 over Granite Pass is almost certainly seasonally closed, typically reopening late May or June.

This remote climb along Alternate U.S. 14 offers jaw-dropping views of Wyoming's northern plains and mesa formations. As you ascend from the flatlands, the grade gradually steepens before softening into rolling hills and grasslands. Consider taking the alternate gravel roads in the area for a more off-the-beaten-path experience, perfect for gravel bikes or those with the right tires.

James T. Saban Lookout in the Bighorn National Forest, formerly knows as High Park Lookout, is one of the old Fire Lookouts in the area. Back in the 1920s and 1930s, those towers were used to detect fires as early as possible. Today that job is done by modern technology and the Fire Lookouts are used only when there is a very high fire danger level.

Misty Moon Trail starts at West Tensleep Lake and goes all the way up to the north until it reaches Mistymoon Lake. The trail leads through forests, over rocks and crosses beautiful creeks. And watch out: if you're lucky, you will be able to even spot a moose.

Once you reach Porcupine Falls after a short but intense hike, you will be impressed by the view of the cliffs surrounding the waterfalls. Unlike most waterfalls in Bighorn Nationals Forest, you can actually enter the swimming hole and refresh yourself.

The Medicine Wheel is a sacred site created by Indigenous peoples long before contact with Euro-Americans. The wheel is comprised of concentric circles of stones laid in the ground and is still used in ceremonies by tribes today. The site is a National Historic Landmark and represents part of the cultural heritage of the Bighorn Mountains. Please be respectful when visiting the Medicine Wheel.