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Red Mountains

Wyoming

Elevation Range

9,000 ft - 12,842 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

44.2487, -110.5680

About Red Mountains

The Red Mountains are a rugged and scenic mountain range located in western Wyoming. The range is characterized by its distinctive red-hued rock formations, carved by millions of years of erosion. The terrain is generally steep and challenging, with a mix of alpine peaks, high-altitude plateaus, and deep, glacial-carved valleys. The range is home to diverse flora and fauna, including several species of big game animals like elk, bighorn sheep, and black bears.

Notable Peaks

Mount Redstone

12,842 ft

Red Peak

12,516 ft

Crimson Ridge

11,974 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
rock climbing
mountaineering
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Lander, WY
Dubois, WY

Location

Wyoming

44.2487, -110.5680

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Data Source

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

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