Medicine Bow Peak Trail
Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Carbon County, WY
Out-and-back trail in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, Carbon County, WY. Hiking.
- Distance
- 10.6 mi (17.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,966 ft (904 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 55 min
- High point
- 11,991 ft (3,655 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Viewpoint 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Fire Lookout 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from start
- Peak: Medicine Bow Peak 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from start
- Trailhead 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from start
- Trailhead 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Medicine Bow Peak Trail
How long is Medicine Bow Peak Trail?
Medicine Bow Peak Trail is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 55 min. It climbs 2,966 ft (904 m) in total, up to a high point of 11,991 ft (3,655 m).
How hard is Medicine Bow Peak Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Medicine Bow Peak Trail?
Parking at the start. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Medicine Bow Peak Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 10.6 mi (17.1 km).
Is Medicine Bow Peak Trail shaded?
No shade: full sun.
Can you bring a dog on Medicine Bow Peak Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Medicine Bow Peak Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Medicine Bow Peak Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Fishermen's Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- Lakes Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Moderate · 3.5 mi (5.7 km)
- Miners Cabin Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 0.5 mi (0.9 km)
- Dipper Lake Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 1.8 mi (2.9 km)
- Meadow Falls Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Moderate · 4.7 mi (7.6 km)
- Silver Lake Trail Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap