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Miner’s Cabin Trail Is A Quiet, Scenic Hike In Wyoming That Leads To A Secret Homestead

Discover the scenic and historical allure of Wyoming's Snowy Range Mountains, featuring the Miners Cabin Trail.

Published Oct 28, 2021

Written by 

Kim Magaraci

While everyone flocks to the Tetons, there are thousands of miles of mountain trails in Wyoming that get overlooked. In Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest, the Snowy Range tempts nature lovers with history and scenery all around. One short trail is a great introduction to the range - the Miners Cabin Trail in Centennial.

Wyoming's Snowy Range Mountains show off rocky scenery in the Southeastern corner of the state. The Mountains are protected by Medicine Bow Routt-National Forest.

Sign detailing the Snowy Range's history, geology, and glaciation, with an illustrated mountain landscape.
Google Local / Kevin Buehler

The Snowy Range Scenic Byway is one of the most underrated drives in Wyoming, and you'll find spectacular sights along the route.

Sign for Snowy Range Pass at an elevation of 10,847 feet, with mountains and clear blue sky in the background.
Google Local / David Lobree

One turnout area in particular can be found at the Miners Cabin Trailhead. The turnout offers beautiful views of the range and a short trail to a unique spot in the foothills.

A dirt path winds through a grassy field, surrounded by trees and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.
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The Miner's Cabin trail is a short walk to old mining ruins. It was built in an area that was less exposed than the mines in the open areas of the range.

Sign about Miner's Cabin at Red Mains Mine, detailing its history and nearby activities in Medicine Bow National Forest.
Google Local / Kenneth Jones

The cabin itself was built with materials that were found around it - and, well, hopefully these guys were better miners than there were builders.

A dilapidated cabin surrounded by snow and evergreen trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Google Local / Luke Stromme

This is in pretty rough shape today, but there are still plenty of preserved relics about early life in the Snowy Range.

A dilapidated wooden structure with fallen beams and debris, set against a blue sky with scattered clouds.
AllTrails / Rebecca Fisher

Spend a day exploring the Snowy Range and step back in time to a day before the highways ran through here, back when the easiest way to travel was by horse or wagon, and you'll feel connected to the past.

A panoramic view of a lush green valley surrounded by tall trees and mountains under a clear blue sky.
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You can find out more information about the Miners Cabin Trailhead in Medicine Bow-Routt National Forest on the Forest Service website, right here.

If you love the scenery of the Snowy Range, read See The Very Best Of Wyoming's Snowy Range In One Day On This Epic Road Trip and plan to spend some time out here.

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