Ultimate 4wd destination: Libby Flats
Usa, north-america
2.89 km
3,252 m
moderate
Year-round
Okay, picture this: you're cruising through southern Wyoming, Rocky Mountains all around, and you decide to ditch the pavement for a bit of adventure. That's where Libby Flats comes in! Forest Service Road 336 takes you up to a whopping 10,669 feet above sea level – one of the highest points you can drive to in Wyoming.
Now, fair warning: this isn't a Sunday drive in your sedan. We're talking about 1.8 miles of unpaved road that usually isn't clear of snow until late June or even July. A 4x4 isn't just recommended, it's practically a requirement! You'll find the trailhead off the Snowy Range Scenic Byway (Wyoming Highway 130).
Plus, being in the Medicine Bow National Forest at that altitude, you should prepare for some serious wind. The scenery? Absolutely stunning. Think wide open vistas and that feeling of being on top of the world. If you're up for a rugged, off-the-beaten-path experience, Libby Flats is calling your name.
Road Details
- Country
- Usa
- Continent
- north-america
- Length
- 2.89 km
- Max Elevation
- 3,252 m
- Difficulty
- moderate
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