Pole Mountain Area
The Pole Mountain area is located north of Interstate 80 between Laramie and Cheyenne in Albany County, Wyo. Approximately 55,000 acres in size, Pole Mountain is a popular area for recreation and the uniqueness of its terrain. Large rock outcrops, rolling hills, short grass prairie, and many different types of trees inhabit this area on the Medicine Bow National Forest.
In the Laramie, Cheyenne, and Fort Collins area, the Pole Mountain unit is some of the closest and most accessible National Forest System lands. Pole Mountain sees heavy year-round usage from visitors who want to explore public lands. Popular uses include, but are not limited to, mountain biking, climbing, camping, military training, hunting/fishing, winter sports, livestock grazing, hiking, off-highway vehicle travel, horseback riding, and communication sites.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Areas for Mountain Biking at Pole Mountain Area
Campground Camping
Areas for Campground Camping at Pole Mountain Area
RV Camping
Areas for RV Camping at Pole Mountain Area
Group Camping
Areas for Group Camping at Pole Mountain Area
Dispersed Camping
Areas for Dispersed Camping at Pole Mountain Area
Rock Climbing
Areas for Rock Climbing at Pole Mountain Area
Lake and Pond Fishing
River and Stream Fishing
Areas for River and Stream Fishing at Pole Mountain Area
Day Hiking
Areas for Day Hiking at Pole Mountain Area
- Blair Picnic Site
- Happy Jack Trailhead
- Headquarters East TH
- Pole Creek Dispersed Campground
- Summit TH
- Tie City Trailhead
- Turtle Rock TH
- Vedauwoo Campground
- Vedauwoo Designated Dispersed Campsites
- Vedauwoo Picnic Sites
Backpacking
Areas for Backpacking at Pole Mountain Area
Horse Riding
Areas for Horse Riding at Pole Mountain Area
Big Game Hunting
Small Game Hunting
Game Bird/Waterfowl
Viewing Wildlife
Viewing Plants
Areas for Viewing Plants at Pole Mountain Area
Viewing Scenery
Areas for Viewing Scenery at Pole Mountain Area
OHV Road Riding
ORV Guide - Medicine Bow National Forest
State of Wyoming Official ORV & Trails page
Areas for OHV Road Riding at Pole Mountain Area
Target Shooting
Interpretive Areas
Picnicking
Areas for Picnicking at Pole Mountain Area
Scenic Driving
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Areas for XC Skiing/Snowshoeing at Pole Mountain Area