Take A Springtime Drive Through The Vibrant And Colorful Mountains Of Wyoming
History, scenery, and high mountain passes all come together on this underrated Wyoming scenic byway. The drive through the Sierra Madre Mountains is one of the best ways to explore the springtime beauty of the Cowboy State! Like many mountain highways in Wyoming, Battle Pass Scenic Byway is closed winters, but once it opens mid-Spring, it shows off beautiful views, colorful wildflowers, and plenty of wildlife.
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Battle Pass Scenic Byway is an underrated stretch of WY-70 that takes you from the town of Encampment to Baggs, Wyoming.
This Wyoming scenic byway takes you through the town of Battle, which was founded by pioneers in Carbon County. Many abandoned structures are still standing!
Look out for the turnout two miles west of the Divide, where you can see Battle Lake and a memorial to Thomas Edison, who was inspired by a camping trip through the Sierra Madres.
Make time to enjoy the beauty of springtime in the Cowboy State when you drive the Battle Pass Scenic Byway. You’ll be discovering a section of Wyoming that’s often overlooked, and you’ll be rewarded with stunning views and an impressive history lesson.
To learn more about the history of Carbon County and of Battle Pass itself, be sure to plan a visit to The Grand Encampment Museum before you head out of town!
Kim Magaraci graduated Rutgers University with a degree in Geography and has spent the last seven years as a freelance travel writer. Contact: [email protected]
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