Platte River Wilderness

The wilderness spans 23,492 acres across Wyoming and Colorado, featuring deep canyons, mountains, and the North Platte River flowing through its landscape.

Congress designated this section of Medicine Bow National Forest as a protected wilderness area in 1984 to preserve the natural forestlands along the North Platte River.

Native American tribes traversed these lands before European settlers arrived, leaving traces of their presence throughout the river valley and surrounding forests.

Visitors need permits for camping and fishing activities, while motorized vehicles, bicycles, and mechanical equipment remain prohibited within the wilderness boundaries.

The Mullen Fire of 2020 transformed the wilderness area, consuming most of its forestlands and altering the natural landscape substantially.

Location: Wyoming

Inception: 1984

GPS coordinates: 41.08330,-106.35000

Latest update: March 29, 2025 21:39