Took a detour through the Bighorn Mountains to get from Mt. Rushmore to Yellowstone. Absolutely worth it. By far, Bighorn Forest outshines those other two National sites. Amazing, snow-capped mountains await you along a curving, climbing-ever-higher drive between craggy cliffs and a gorgeous river. The view from Sheridan Falls tourist stop inside of Bighorn Forest is worth another detour - you can view the falls up close and stop in awe to admire the scenery around you. As you exit the parking heading toward Yellowstone, the landscape immediately changes and is eerily desert-like. So neat!I hope to return to hike this forest someday - its beauty is truly magnificent/
I have back packed and hiked the back country of the Big Horns and it was an amazing experience. Would recommend it to any one that likes to be outdoors.
Climbing out of Sheridan for about 2 hours, Hwy 14 is a fantastic way to see the amazing geology and forests surrounding the city. Shell Falls is a must stop. Take a picnic lunch and enjoy the incredible beauty this shirt drive offers.
We went on a multi-day backpacking trip; the scenery was spectacular; it was easy to navigate on the trails. We were in the Cloud Peak Wilderness area for much of our trip, so we had to ford creeks, but we expected that and were prepared for it. Gorgeous wildflowers this time of year; we saw Moose, Pika, and Mule Deer.
The mountains are so vast and beautiful! And there is no one there. Very peaceful with amazing views.
We didn't stop and explore the mountains on our drive from Sheridan to Cody but we didn't enjoy the scenery of the Bighorn Mountains. There are lots of turnouts for photos and viewing along the mountain road. We saw lots of signs of people using the mountains and the forest for horseback riding and hiking.
The Bighorns provide a wonderful silhouette West of Sheridan, WY. Year round fun is easily accessible. Rock sliding down cold streams in August, gives way to moonlight X-C skiing in February. The riparian areas team with wildlife. The Public Land User Committee (PLUC) has maps available for recreational users. Enjoy northern WY. Get out and walk / run / bike / hike!
We were driving from Sheridan to Cody and we had to cross Bighorn National Forest.It was a great drive with lots of views and wonderfull nature.The roads are very good and after every corner you get another surprising sight.
Enjoyed all of it. Better than expected. Enjoyed the actual statues and history more than a lot of other experiences
we traveled the 14A "Scenic route", it was snowing but melted on the road, there were dear, and sheep all over. It was fascinating and beautiful