Medicine Bow-Routt NF & Thunder Basin NG Overview

The Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland, also known as the MBRTB, spans nearly 2.9 million acres in northern Colorado and eastern Wyoming. Characterized by mountain ranges and vast open landscapes, the national forests and national grassland provide abundant and unique opportunities for visitors all year round.

Outdoor Recreation & Activities

Medicine Bow and Routt National Forests provide year-round recreation opportunities including hiking, biking, camping, snowmobiling, skiing, horseback riding, OHV riding, fishing and hunting, just to name a few. Elevation ranges from 5,500 to 12,940 feet. Beautiful vistas await sightseers and photographers. The Thunder Basin National Grassland also provides unique opportunities for recreation including hiking, sightseeing, hunting, and fishing. Elevation on the national grassland ranges from 3,600 to 5,200 feet.

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Amenities

• BBQ Grills
• Boat Launch/Ramp
• Boat Ramp
• Boat Trailer Lot
• Campground Host
• Campsite Tables
• Cell Service Fair
• Cell Service Poor
• Corrals
• Drinking Water
• Equestrian trail
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Golden Age & Access Passports accepted
• Grills
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Stalls
• Trash Collection

Activities

• ATVing
• Backpacking
• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Boating
• Canoeing
• Climbing
• Fishing
• Fly Fishing
• Hiking
• Historic Sites
• Horseback riding
• Hunting
• Kayaking
• Mountain Biking
• Nature Trails
• OHVing
• OTV Trails/Riding
• Paddle boarding (SUP)
• Paddle Boating
• Photography
• Picnicking
• Rock Climbing
• Stargazing
• Swimming
• Water Sports
• Wildlife Viewing
• Winter/Snow Sports