Sierra Madre Area
Southwest of Saratoga, Wyo. on the Medicine Bow National Forest lies the Sierra Madre Range, which is a part of the main range of the Rocky Mountains. There are two wilderness areas in the Sierra Madre Range: Huston Park Wilderness and Encampment River Wilderness. Named for the famous battle between Indians and Fur Trappers in 1841, the 57-mile Battle Pass Scenic Byway runs through this area. This byway is known for its scenic views, especially during fall when the colors are changing. This area has many activities such as hiking, fishing, mountain biking, camping, snowmobiling, and cross country skiing. This region is managed by the Brush Creek/Hayden Ranger District.
Recreation Sites
Baby Lake Trailhead - CDT Access
Baby Lake is located in the Sierra Madre Range and is managed by the Brush Creek/Hayden Ranger District. Trailhead provides non-motorized access to the Baby Lakes Trail and Huston Park Wilderness…
Battle Townsite Overlook
Site Open
The Battle Townsite Overlook is an ideal rest stop at Battle Pass on Wyoming Highway 70. The site is located on the Continental Divide and affords excellent views of the Sierra Madre Mountains.…
Big Creek Park Trailhead
The Big Creek Park Trail is in a quiet area of the Medicine Bow National Forest. Located in the Sierra Madre Range, Big Creek Park Trail is managed by the Brush Creek/Hayden Ranger District. The…
Big Creek-Holroyd Park Trailhead
This trailhead provides access to both the western and eastern portions of the Big Creek Trail (Trail 471). The Big Creek Trail is in a quiet area of the Medicine Bow National Forest in the Sierra…
Blackhall Mountain Lookout
Site Open
Resting atop of a nearly 11,000-foot summit, Blackhall Mountain Lookout is perched in the Sierra Madre Range in southeast Wyoming. Traveling to the end of one of the highest roads in Wyoming rewards…
Bottle Creek Campground
Site Open
This campground offers 16 small campsites (trailers less than 16 feet), picnic tables, toilets, fire grates and trash service. Potable water is not available at this site. Popular recreational…
Bottle Creek Group Picnic Site
Site Open
No services, plan to pack-in-pack-out by bringing your own garbage bags.The Bottle Creek Group Picnic Site is located at the Bottle Creek Campground. This large day use site is reservable…
Bottle Creek Trails
This series of trails is near a parking area and is available for year-round use with cross-country skiing opportunities. Please be advised that winter grooming is planned for Wednesdays.Bottle Creek…
Brush Creek/Hayden Ranger District Office
The Brush Creek/Hayden Ranger District office is located in Saratoga, Wyoming and oversees the Sierra Madre Range and west side of the Snowy Range. Maps, passes and Forest product permits are…
Commissary Park Trailhead
The Commissary Park Traihead provides access to the Encampment River Trail and south end of the Encampment River Wilderness. The trailhead is located on Forest Road 496 and visible from the road. …