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
Best Seasons
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.