RV rental Medicine Bow National Forest, WY: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

Covering a vast swath of southeastern Wyoming, Medicine Bow National Forest encompasses well over a million acres of wilderness. The terrain varies from arid, barren desert prairie to deep, lush green forests to desolate, rugged mountaintops that tower some 12,900 above sea level. The opportunities for outdoor recreational fun are endless. Hike, bike, horseback ride, fish, hunt, rock climb, and photograph. With several hundred miles of trails to explore, it’s easy to achieve that elusive sense of isolation and sheer wilderness. Get a sense of what this part of the country was like long before pioneers migrated west. One of the more popular hikes is the trail up to 12,013-foot Medicine Bow mountain peak. Though the final ascent is challenging with a steep 2,000 elevation gain in short three miles, the views atop the summit are well worth the efforts. Virtually untouched by man, Medicine Bow National Forest is a prime spot for wildlife viewing. Many animals make their homes in these woods, including moose, wolves, black bears, and eagles. A small herd of wild horses is also known to roam the park, though they tend to stay in open meadows and grassland regions. A region within the National Forest called Vedauwoo is extremely popular with rock climbers. The large sandstone boulder outcroppings were shaped by endless winds, creating odd shapes and structures. As a result, there is a large variety of climbing challenges for climbers to contend, and the difficulty ranges from easy to expert. When winter rolls around, the fun doesn’t stop. As the soft snow blankets the woods, silencing all sounds of civilization, adventurers strap on your snowshoes and cross-country skis and hit the trails. Many of the established hiking trails are set aside for skiing and snowshoeing in winters.