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Prospect Mountains

Wyoming

Elevation Range

8,000 ft - 13,800 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

42.4914, -109.1886

About Prospect Mountains

The Prospect Mountains are a small mountain range located in western Wyoming, near the town of Lander. The range is characterized by its rugged, alpine terrain, with steep, rocky slopes and numerous high peaks. The range is situated within the Shoshone National Forest, which provides protection and access to the area for outdoor enthusiasts. The Prospect Mountains feature a variety of ecosystems, from dense coniferous forests at lower elevations to alpine tundra and bare rock at the highest elevations.

Notable Peaks

Prospect Peak

12,472 ft

Fremont Peak

13,745 ft

Gannett Peak

13,804 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
mountaineering
rock climbing
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Lander, WY
Dubois, WY

Location

Wyoming

42.4914, -109.1886

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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