Carbon County

When it ’ s time to “ Get Your West On ,” there ’ s only one place that will truly satisfy . Located high atop the Continental Divide just west of Laramie in south-central Wyoming , Carbon County has everything necessary for a truly awesome snowmobile vacation .

Reasons to ride here begin with easy access on Interstate 80 . Carbon County welcomes snow-season visitors with a wide variety of guest ranches , resorts , inns and lodges , some of them award-winning establishments , and many with direct access to the area ’ s trails . Some feature unique attractions right on the premises , like the Snowy Mountain micro-brewery at the Saratoga Hot Springs Resort . And all offer excellent dining to keep you going for many hours of fun out on the big snow .

Three distinct snowmobiling areas with more than 500 miles of trails provide access to vast amounts of superb backcountry riding in powder snow

up to twelve feet deep . On the east side of the Continental Divide , the Snowy Range holds the largest and most developed area , with over 300 miles of trails to access the backcountry areas open to snowsled boondockers . Accessible from the cities of Saratoga , Riverside , Encampment and Elk Mountain , this area has a full complement of trail-side support services including lodging , dining and gas .

West of the Continental Divide , the Sierra Madres area offers another 110 miles of trails to access backcountry riding in deep powder , surrounded by some of the most beautiful mountain scenery anywhere . Access is available from Encampment on the east side or Baggs on the west side .

The Shirley Mountains of northern Carbon County offer extensive and wide open public land north of Hanna and Medicine Bow . Nearly 100 miles of ungroomed trails provide access to very remote off-trail riding surrounded by yet more superb Rocky Mountain scenery .

Local outfitters can provide sleds , gear , guides , and pretty much anything else you might need . Or you can bring your own sled and gear and add the modestly priced state permit that is required to ride . Elevation ranges from 6,000 to 11,000 feet above sea level , so make sure you have your sled tuned for best performance at these higher altitudes . And air temperatures can vary greatly during the day , so bring versatile riding gear for changing weather conditions .

After riding , over a dozen museums and historic sites showcase ranching , railroading , and western and military history . Then soothe your tired body with a relaxing dip in

Hobo Hot Springs at Saratoga . It ’ s free , and it never closes .

So “ Get Your West On ” this winter . Enjoy an outstanding and varied snowmobile experience in Carbon

County , Wyoming . Call toll free 800 / 228-3547 or visit wyomingcarboncounty . com for a searchable directory of lodging for more details and assistance .