Elk Mountain, Mountain summit in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States.
Elk Mountain rises to an elevation of 11,162 feet in the northern section of the Medicine Bow Mountains, featuring steep slopes and exposed ridges.
The mountain received its name from Chief Standing Elk of the Sioux tribe, marking the historical presence of Native Americans in the region.
The mountain stands at the center of debates regarding public land access rights, particularly concerning the practice of corner-crossing between private properties.
The unpaved road to the summit requires four-wheel drive vehicles and remains closed from October through June due to snow conditions.
Radio station KBDY operates from the summit with only 630 watts of power yet reaches a substantial broadcast area across the surrounding territory.
Location: Wyoming
GPS coordinates: 43.97716,-110.80216
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:54
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