The Palisades

The Palisades is a rugged mountain range located in western Wyoming, near the border with Idaho. Characterized by steep, rocky cliffs and glaciated peaks, the range is part of the Wind River Range, a subrange of the greater Rocky Mountains. The Palisades rise dramatically from the surrounding landscape, with several peaks exceeding 13,000 feet in elevation. The terrain is generally alpine, with vast areas of exposed granite, talus slopes, and permanent snowfields and glaciers. The range is home to a variety of wildlife, including bighorn sheep, elk, and black bears.