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The Travel Adventures - Nebraska share travel destination Nebraska style! Discover more than corn fields and explore, Fontenelle Forest, Carhenge, Bob Kerry Pedestrian Bridge and more. Read on and start planning your next Nebraska getaway!

Hello ad welcome to my latest travel destination blog post, Travel Adventures – Nebraska. Better known as the “Cornhusker State.” It may seem like a vast expanse of farmland to outsiders. I discovered it holds plenty of surprises and hidden gems waiting to be discovered. Read on and explore the breathtaking natural beauty of The Sandhills. The historical landmark of Chimney Rock. And more.…

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Taxidermied specimen at Fontenelle Forest. Bellevue, NE.

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Fontenelle Forest - Nebraska - 2022

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The Large Tolype Moth: these moths have only vestigial mouthparts and an incomplete digestive tract, meaning that they are unable to feed; their entire adult lives are instead devoted solely to the search for a mate

The large tolype moth (Tolype velleda) belongs to a family of moths collectively referred to as Lasiocampidae. Moths in this family are also known as "lappet moths," because the caterpillars are equipped with bilateral skin flaps that hang over their prolegs, making it look as though they're wearing tiny little lappets (sort of like the Pope, only buggier).

Most lappet moths are incapable of feeding once they've reached adulthood; they simply get their fill of nutrients as caterpillars, and when the adult moths later emerge from their pupae, they have only vestigial mouthparts, with an incomplete/non-functional digestive tract. No longer focusing on the search for food, they are entirely focused on finding a mate and producing offspring, and they end up devoting the rest of their lives (which are admittedly brief) to that singular purpose.

There are many other moth species that are similarly unable to feed after reaching adulthood, especially among moths of the Lasiocampidae family.

Tolype moths have a characteristic "mohawk" made of tightly-curled, metallic scales that are clumped together along the back of the moth's thorax; the color, texture, and iridescent sheen of these scales can often make it look as though the moth has a patch of steel wool sitting on its back. The rest of their bodies are covered in layers of fluffy white setae with a fur-like appearance.

The genus Tolype contains several different species spread throughout North America, but this particular species (T. velleda, i.e. the large Tolype moth) is generally found in forested areas of the Eastern United States and Canada, ranging from Nova Scotia down to Florida and as far West as Texas.

Tbh, these moths always just look like flying bison to me, which is basically the main reason why I wanted to post this

Sources & More Info:

Butterflies and Moths of North America: Tolype velleda

Moth Identification: Tolype Moth

Fontenelle Forest NatureSearch: Large Tolype

The Caterpillar Lab: Prolegs

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Day 92 - to Bertrix, Belgium

A good reason to be in Ban-de-Sapt is to visit the Fontenelle Cemetery which contains the bodies of 1384 who were killed in the Great War.

French battalions set up camp on the hill, which is at 600 metres altitude and has a wide grassy plateau, in September 1914 - the Vosges was one of the first French Departments to experience combat in August of that year.

In June 1915 German troops took advantage of large part of the French army called to Alsace by attacking the Fontenelle hill, or hill 627 as it came to be known as. But the French counterattacked during a summer of immense loss to both sides, and it was held.

The hill was ravaged due to the artillery. Few trees were left to provide any shelter from bombardment, so the French built cave shelters, 5 of which remain and are maintained as memorials.

Some of the trenches now form a kilometre long circular path, accessible to wheelchairs, around the cemetery.

The other, and longer, path I took, was the Sentier Des Hameaux Morts Pour La France, which takes in several hamlets, chiefly of two farm communities that were lost during those two summers. The farms, the Colin and Maurice families, were taken over and set up as military hospitals. The land was so devastated that the surrounding forest took fifty years to grow again.

Though at the time the dead were buried close to where they fell, many of them near to the two farms, in 1920 they were all exhumed and moved to their current site.

This morning when I visited I was the only person there, with the hill shrouded in low cloud and mist. In such conditions it was an especially poignant visit, and one I can highly recommend. The 8 kilometre path Roja and I took is impeccably maintained so now that its natural environment has returned, it makes for an unforgettable and evocative experience - that such a place could have seen such horrors.

I mentioned yesterday that I always enjoy time in the Vosges. On this occasion it’s been too brief. It was a great stopover last night at the Gardens, just a couple of kilometres away.

I’m trying to restrict driving to about 3 hours a day on this return section, so today headed north through Nancy and Metz into Belgium and the Ardennes. Again, just a day’s visit here, hopefully to find a bar with a good Belgian beer, and a forest hike tomorrow.

It’s still early in the season, so on a Tuesday quite a few bars and restaurants are closed, along with Mondays. My first call was at the town of Herbeumont, but the one bar open didn’t look very welcoming, so I moved on towards Treignes, an hour away, and where I had stayed and enjoyed their five museums, most famous the railway, and a good pub, a couple of years ago.

It’s never far to go to find a good bar in this part of Belgium though, and twenty minutes on, at Bertrix, there looked like a few. I parked up at the sports complex and went to investigate. And indeed it delivered.

The glass with the stands, to the left of the Kwak bulb glasses with stands, are for La Corne beer, a 10% blonde.

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Hello @necrocat! I saw on your Witchy Wishlist you wanted pictures of nature, so I thought I’d share a picture I took while walking a trail in Fontenelle Forest in Nebraska. (I am tagging you because I wasn’t sure how else to share the picture since your submit box is closed!) But yeah, I hope you enjoy it! And I hope the season treats you well!

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This pictures were captured during our hike in @fontenelleforest last week.. the Green grass are fascinating as well as the wild animals there, head out to my bio for the whole video!! Or click it here https://youtu.be/y5knLMeF9Is Please subscribe!! #fontenelle #forest #vloggernebraska #vloggerlifestyle #pinayvlogger https://www.instagram.com/p/Bw7W9cTBQU_/?igshid=heg25jwpf0il

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Taxidermied game bird at Fontenelle Forest, Bellevue NE.

3D mosaic put together with Imagemagick. To perceive depth, cross eyes and superpose left image viewed with right eye over right image viewed with left eye, and the bird pops out in the foreground.

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Saint of the Day – 22 July – St Wandrille of Fontenelle (c 605–668) Priest, Monk, Abbot – born c 605 near Verdun, Austrasia (in modern France) and died on 22 July 668 of natural causes.

Born in the Verdun region at the beginning of the 7th century, into a family related to the mayor of the palace, Pépin d’Héristal, father of Charles Martel, Saint Wandrille entered the Court of King Dagobert I at a young age, who granted him the title of count and entrusted him with the administration of the royal domains. He carried out his office with loyalty but his preference led him to lead a life consecrated to God.   He had also made a spiritual friendship with other dignitaries, such as Didier the treasurer and Dadon the chancellor, who led a life of mortification at court.   Married out of obedience to his parents, Wandrille agreed with his wife to keep their virginity and both retired to a Monastery.

He, therefore, retired to one of his properties in Lorraine, called Montfaucon, near the Holy Hermit Baldric.   Informed of his defection, King Dagobert summoned Wandrille, who appeared at the palace in his ascetic garment but beaming with celestial brilliance and obtained from the king his authorisation to leave the world.   He then went to the Jura, to restore the Hermitage founded by Saint Ursanne.

Following the tradition of the Irish Monks and of Saint Columban, he led an extremely mortified life, spent almost all his sleepless nights, barefoot, reciting Psalms and when temptations oppressed him, he would throw himself into a frozen pond.   Desirous of assimilating more fully the heritage of Saint Columban, he went to the Monastery of Bobbio, founded by the latter in Italy and there he learnt perfection in the experience of community life. Back in Gaul, he stopped at the Monastery of Romainmoutier which had been restored by disciples of Saint Columban and lived there for ten years.

Warned by an Angel of the mission he had to undertake for the salvation of many souls, he left Jura for Neustria.   In Rouen, he found his friend Dadon, who had become a Bishop under the name of St Ouen and was Ordained by him as a Deacon. After having received the Priesthood from the hands of Saint Omer, Bishop of Thérouanne, he assisted Saint Ouen in the evangelisation of his Diocese.    After a few years (649), the heart still altered from the conversation with God in solitude, he obtained the authorisation of his Bishop to settle in the marshy valley of Fontenelle, in the forest of Jumièges, acquired by his nephew, Gond who had decided to give up the world.

Ruins of the original Fontanelle Abbey built by St Wandrille

Striving with tireless zeal to clear the land, Wandrille and the growing number of disciples who had gathered around him, built four churches and cells there.   Showing the example in manual work, the Saint was the first for Prayer and he taught his monks to strive always forward towards perfection, saying:  “We must not count the years that we have spent in the Monastery but rather, those which we have spent in the irreproachable practice of the divine commandments.   May fraternal charity be your link and put yourselves at the service of one another.  Your adversary, the devil, seeing you united in this way, will flee very far, for he cannot approach the one whom he sees united in mind and heart with those around him.” 

Wandrille only left the Monastery to preach to the pagans of the region, or to go and found other Monasteries, five in number, organised like Fontenelle by harmonising the Irish tradition of Saint Colomban and the rule of Saint Benedict which was beginning to take hold and spreading in France.    Below is the New Benedictine Fontanelle Monastery on the same site as the original.

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Having ruled his Monastery for nineteen years, Saint Wandrille, who lamented to remain in exile on earth, fell ill and went into a three-day ecstasy, during which he saw the door of heaven open and the throne of glory which was prepared for him. Returning from this vision, he exhorted his disciples to mutual charity, appointed his successor and smiling at the Angels and the Saints who had come to welcome him, he fell asleep in peace, on 22 July 668, in the presence of Saint Ouen and of his three hundred disciples.

He was buried at Fontanelle but during the Viking invasions, Wandrille’s relics were dispersed to various locations and shared between various churches, including the abbey of Saint-Pierre-au-Mont-Blandin in Ghent (now in Belgium). Wandrille’s cult was celebrated in England prior to the Norman Conquest of 1066.

In the 19th century one of his relics remained – his skull was found in Liège. It was brought back to the Abbey, when the new church was dedicated in 1967. It can be seen today in a modern reliquary.

Wandrille is apparently a common name in France and in the new Monastery of Fontanelle, the Monks have established a “Wandrille Day” on the Memorial of St Wandrille.   The day is devoted to Holy Mass, prayer and recreation too, celebrating all the many ‘Wandrilles’ of all ages, who attend.   Such a lovely way of honouring St Wandrille’s feast!

Saint of the Day – 22 July – St Wandrille of Fontenelle (c 605–668) Saint of the Day - 22 July - St Wandrille of Fontenelle (c 605–668) Priest, Monk, Abbot - born c 605 near Verdun, Austrasia (in modern France) and died on 22 July 668 of natural causes.

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On the other side of 19 miles of trails and 1,400 acres of land are the wetlands, where a triangle of trails takes visitors “in the know” on a unique journey. Read more here. 

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Monarch Butterflies are pretty common in Omaha’s Fontenelle Forest.

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11 Top Fossil Butte National Monument Boondocking Areas

Why should you visit the Fossil Butte National Monument? We can tell you why! Around this time last year, I was feeling just like you are right now. I need something new and after doing some research, my husband John suggested that we take a hiking trip in Wyoming. He said that his research showed hiking has a positive impact on combating the symptoms of stress and anxiety. So, I gave it a shot. I truly needed that after the tough year wed had.

Now, like you, I wasn’t sold on Fossil Butte National Monument at first but honestly, it was because I didn’t know much about the place. John changed that fast! He was acting like a professional travel agent with all the pamphlets and research that he presented to me. The only thing that he was missing was an official Fossil Butte National Monument employee uniform! It was hilarious! Let me give you a brief rundown of the History of the Fossil Butte National Monument.

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 11 Top Fossil Butte National Monument Boondocking Areas

1. Fossil Butte National Monument Boondocking Locations – BLM Camping Outside Fossil Butte NM

Address Fontenelle, Wyoming GPS: 41.82748, -110.78062 Elevation: 6749′

Management Public – Bureau of Land Management (Official)

The road in is Dirt and 1/2 miles from a paved road. There are 1-5 campsites at this location.

2. Fossil Butte National Monument Boondocking Areas – BLM Land Outside Fossil Butte National Monument

Address Kemmerer, Wyoming GPS: 41.899334, -110.762665 Elevation: 8009′

Management Public – Bureau of Land Management (Unofficial)

The road in is Dirt and 5 miles from a paved road. There are 1-5 campsites at this location and the maximum RV length is 15 feet.

3. Fossil Butte National Monument Free Camping Locations – Lake Viva Naughton Access – East side

Address County Road 305 Kemmerer, Wyoming GPS: 41.981598, -110.654178 Elevation: 7300′

Management Public – State Park

This is a free dispersed campsite. First come -> first served. No reservations accepted. This is a high elevation location.

4. Fossil Butte National Monument Free RV Parking Sites – Lake Viva Naughton Dempsey Point

Unnamed Road Kemmerer, Wyoming GPS: 41.997926, -110.671718 Elevation: 7244′

Management Public – State Park

This is a free dispersed campsite. Reservations are not accepted at this campsite. This is a high elevation location.

5. Fossil Butte National Monument Boondocking Locations – Flying J

Address Cokeville, Wyoming GPS: 42.086389, -110.947039 Elevation: 6211′

Management Private – Truck Stop

The road in is Paved. The maximum RV length at Flying J is unlimited.

6. Fossil Butte National Monument Boondocking Areas – Cokeville City

Address 2-198 Post Street Cokeville, Wyoming GPS: 42.085303, -110.957858 Elevation: 6194′

Management Public – City Park

The town of Cokeville maintains this free camping area.

7. Fossil Butte National Monument Free Camping Locations – Woodruff Narrows/Bear River Access

Address Unnamed Road Evanston, Wyoming GPS: 41.503611, -111.01991 Elevation: 6499′

Management Public – State Park

This is a free dispersed campsite. This campsite does not use a reservation system. First come, first served.

8. Fossil Butte National Monument Free RV Parking Sites – Early Day

Address 4098-5742 Forest Road 10062 Wyoming GPS: 42.23345, -110.739416 Elevation: 7851′

Management Public – Forest Service

9. Fossil Butte National Monument Boondocking Locations – Woodruff Narrows Reservoir

Address County Road 101 Evanston, Wyoming GPS: 41.48516, -111.026969 Elevation: 6467′

Management Public – State Park

This is a free dispersed campsite. First come -> First Camped. Reservations not accepted.

10. Fossil Butte National Monument Boondocking Areas – LaBarge Creek

Address La Barge Creek Road Big Piney, Wyoming GPS: 42.294003, -110.440015 Elevation: 7290′

Management Public – Bureau of Land Management

Free Dispersed camping in the Bureau of Land Management Pinedale District. First come -> first camped. No reservations are accepted. This is a high elevation location.

11. Fossil Butte National Monument Free Camping Locations – Birch Creek

Address Unnamed Road Woodruff, Utah GPS: 41.5059, -111.317232 Elevation: 6834′

Management Public – Bureau of Land Management

This free campsite is located within the Bureau of Land Management Salt Lake District. 

History Of the Fossil Butte National Monument

Established in the 1970s, Fossil Butte National Monument is a fossil-rich area in southwestern Wyoming. We believe it to be a goldmine for any paleontologist because its focus is to preserve the best paleontological sites and related geological phenomena! It houses the most outstanding record of Cenozoic aquatic communities in North America and potentially the entire world.

Yes! It contains all of that in the 50-million-year-old ancient lakebed that they call the Green River Formation. We believe that the history alone is unmatched at the Fossil Butte National Monument in comparison to other tourist sites or hiking trails we’ve visited.

Things To Do At Fossil Butte National Monument

But before I tell you about the areas there that are used for hiking, I should go ahead and describe the other activities located at the infamous monument. If you visit their website, which John and I found to be extremely easy to navigate, you’ll be able to learn about events, projects, and issues in their latest news releases. You’ll also see that they offer high quality photos and multimedia of fossils found and/or housed at Fossil Butte National Monument.

Some of the world’s best, preserved fossils are found in the flat-topped ridges of Wyoming’s cold sagebrush desert. Fossilized fishes, insects, plants, reptiles, birds, and mammals are exceptional for their abundance, variety, and detail of preservation there!

In our opinion, one of most remarkable features of what they offer is the story they tell of the ancient life in a sub-tropical landscape. Surprisingly this activity was a soothing yet intriguing form of entertainment. We also appreciated the stress-free atmosphere that surrounds the Monument. You will never worry about having enough time to explore, engage, and learn because their Monument grounds are open from sunrise to sunset and the entrance road gate is only closed during severe winter storms.

The upper road accessing the picnic area and scenic drive closes every November 1st until the snow melts, usually by late May so, wed advise that you visit in the summer or spring time. When you get there, there will be other opportunities to discover and learn about their plant and animal life, ecosystems, and other nature features. It really is a great place for teachers that need to find lesson plans or help with scheduling field trips and classroom visits because they even offer several kid and youth friendly activities located around the Monument.

Another wonderful fact about Fossil Butte National Monument is that they partner with the non-profit organization, Intermountain Natural History Association. Due to this partnership, when a purchase is made at one of the Intermountain Natural History Associations bookstores or online, they can aid Fossil Butte National Monument fund projects and operations for the Monuments sites. Honestly, this place deserves a medal! I am genuinely surprised that you hadn’t heard of this place before you met us.

Don’t just take our word for it! But we want to warn you that after you read all the wonderful reviews they’ve accumulated; you’ll be convinced that you must see the place for yourself. The pictures you’ll find online do the Fossil Butte National Monument no justice.

There’s just one last thing I must mention before I move on to the Monuments trails. The Haddenham Cabin! Its a historic, A-frame cabin that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) and was designed and built c. 1918 by David C. Haddenham. What’s notable about Mr. Haddenham and his cabin is their direct association with fossil quarrying in the Green River Formation. From seasonal work at this site, Haddenham provided specimens of rare fossils to universities, museums, and private collectors.

He was a paleontological icon! John was ecstatic about visiting this special cabin in what we now consider breathtaking, southwestern Wyoming. He was thrilled when we finally made it to the cabin! This brings me to our next point.

The Haddenham cabin is surrounded by the most incredible, scenery. And to get to it, you must utilize Fossil Butte National Monuments most popular and historic trail: Quarry Trail. This trail is perfect for a hiking beginner or a hiker that is well seasoned as it is a 2.8 mile, lightly trafficked, loop trail located near Cokeville, Wyoming that features beautiful wildflowers and is rated as moderate.

The trail is primarily used for hiking, taking a relaxing stroll, nature trips, and bird watching. John and I believe that the best time to hike this trail would be from March until October.

We’ve been several times and on our last visit we brought our Doberman Pinscher, Duke because dogs are also able to use this trail! But dogs are only allowed if the owner can ensure that their dog will be kept on leash. So as long as your dogs leash is secure, all should go swimmingly. This trail was a great way to allow Duke some time away from home and give him the ability to absorb all the unfamiliar smells of a new environment. He was such a happy pup during this trip!

Now For Our Top 2 Trails In the Fossil Butte National Monument

1. Quarry Trail

Quarry Trail is a short yet steep trail detailing the fossil quarrying that existed before the inception of the park with signs as you easily trudge along. From the parking area, the trail heads north and is very well-signed providing information about the geology, fossils, and history of the park. And don’t worry about becoming weary as a beginner. There are benches along the trail where you can stop to rest and take in the views. The trail is admirably decorated with rays of the suns natural lighting so be sure to prepare accordingly and bring lots of essentials for sun exposure such as water, sunscreen, and probably a hat.

The trail passes through parts of the Wasatch and Green River formations. A short side loop leads to the site of a historic fossil quarry on Fossil Butte and the Wayside exhibits that you will stumble upon provide the perfect amount of information about geology, area history, wildlife, and plants of the high desert. The information is easy to understand and favorably descriptive leaving you with an easily obtained education.

It really is a very nice hike to pursue, not just because of its sweeping views, but also because the trail is very well maintained and fortunate enough to have temperatures that average in the low 70s with the acceptance of a few clouds. Its a pretty trail with interesting geology. It took us just over 60.5 minutes to complete the trail. You wont find a better trail in Wyoming in our opinion although there is another one that is indeed a runner up.

Length: 2.8 mi Elevation gain: 685 ft Route type: Loop

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Hiking Nature trips Walking Bird watching Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife

2. Chicken Creek Loop Trail

Fossil Butte National Monuments engaging awes and trails don’t stop at the Quarry Trail. John and I also had the pleasure of hiking Chicken Creek Loop Trail. If you’re looking for a quick, easy trail for either some fresh air or light exercise, this is the trail for you! We hiked this trail in just under 45 minutes! The Picnic Area we mentioned earlier, some restrooms, and water are available at the start of this trail. The trail is open all year! However, the road leading to the Nature Trail is closed for driving if the snow gets too high. It varies each year, but the road is usually closed sometimes in November and usually reopens in April. Skiing and snowshoeing are excellent substitutes for pursuing the Nature Trail in the winter!

The Chicken Creek Loop Trail winds through gorgeous sagebrush and a spring-fed aspen forest. Be sure to watch for the stunning wildlife as you hike! We suggest that you bring a portable camera in case you spot something interesting, which is likely. And again, the Wayside exhibits interpret the wildlife, plants, and geology of this high desert oasis. And once you finally reach the top, you will enjoy the scenic views at the benches overlooking Fossil Butte. We had the pleasure of basking in the joy of our accomplishment upon completion of this serene and refreshing hike while we bathed in admiration of the scenery below us once wed made it to the top.

Length: 1.3 mi Elevation gain: 344 ft Route type: Loop

Dogs on leash Kid friendly Hiking Nature trips Walking Bird watching Running Views Wildflowers Wildlife

8 Trails Near the Fossil Butte Monument You Must Try

This location was extremely interesting. However, the trail’s beginning is deceiving. If you’re only planning on hiking and not riding dirt bikes or four wheelers, you’ll want to continue driving all the way down the dirt road until you reach the sandy road turnoff, which is about halfway down. When you reach the rock formations, you’ll have traveled about two or three miles down the road. This is a fantastic place to discover or to go boondocking.

3. Fossil Butte Loop

This location was extremely interesting. However, the trail’s beginning is deceiving. If you’re only planning on hiking and not riding dirt bikes or four wheelers, you’ll want to continue driving all the way down the dirt road until you reach the sandy road turnoff, which is about halfway down. When you reach the rock formations, you’ll have traveled about two or three miles down the road. This is a fantastic place to discover or to go boondocking.

Length: 9.6 mi Elevation gain: 711 ft Route type: Loop

Dogs on leash Hiking Horseback riding Forest

4. Avondale Basin Trail Near Fossil Butte National Monument 

Gorgeous trail along an incredibly clear creek high in the Owyhees that takes you through the forest. Despite the fact that there were literaly millions of Mormon crickets all over the place, we had a good time. Avondale Basin is home to some interesting rock formations that are worth exploring.

Length: 4.3 mi Elevation gain: 770 ft Route type: Out & back

Backpacking Camping Hiking Horseback riding Nature trips Running Forest Views Wildflowers Wildlife Bugs

5. Owyhee Loop, War Eagle and Silver City OHV Trail

This ride is not recommended for first-time riders or those who are afraid of steep inclines. Everything about the ride was incredible, and we had a fantastic time. A Maverick Sport 1000 and two Polaris Generals were among the three sxs that participated in the outing. Fortunately, we did not encounter any difficulties, but the advice about straddling the ruts is very valid. In a couple of locations, you had to be picky about where you stood.

Length: 46.4 mi Elevation gain: 10,009 ft Route type: Loop

OHV/Off-road driving Views Wildflowers Wildlife Historic site

6. Ghost Ranch, War Eagle and Silver City OHV Trail

From the perspective of a full-size vehicle, the trail is mostly semi-groomed for the majority of the way. Particularly in the vicinity of the falls section. We had to do a lot of trail repairs to keep the trail from being damaged, but overall it was a beautiful and remote location. There were only a handful of other people I ran into. Two particularly difficult areas call for the application of advanced capabilities. The detour to the radio tower was well worth it – what an incredible view!

Length: 36.1 mi Elevation gain: 7,106 ft Route type: Loop

OHV/Off-road driving Bird watching Views Wildflowers Wildlife

7. Black Mountain OHV Loop at Fossil Butte National Monument 

I attempted to ride it today. Up in the mountains, the snow was melting quickly. A large snow drift, on the other hand, prevented us from riding the the whole loop. On this ride, you will see some spectacular scenery. Wildflowers were in full bloom. With a great mix of rocky technical terrain, mud, and dust, this trail will keep you interested. In the lower elevations, there were Mormon crickets.

Length: 44.5 mi Elevation gain: 6,902 ft Route type: Loop

Nature trips OHV/Off-road driving Views Wildflowers Wildlife No shade

8. Rabbit Creek OHV Area

For our first outing in Pete, we took the conventional Silver City road out of Murphy… stopped for a beer and checked out the graveyard… then, after getting lost, we discovered the 420 trail… it was incredible!!..

Length: 54.6 mi Elevation gain: 10,177 ft Route type: Loop

OHV/Off-road driving Views Wildlife

9. Brown’s, Castle, and Alder Creeks Trail

This Fossil Butte National Monument gravel road leading in was well-kept and groomed. Ample road and trail markings were in place as well. Driving some simple to moderate roads was a lot of fun for me. Road C600 was narrow and abruptly came to an end after approximately 1.5 miles. You should avoid taking the C600 road if you don’t want your rig to get scuffed.

Length: 40.6 mi Elevation gain: 4,790 ft Route type: Loop

Kid friendly Horseback riding Mountain biking OHV/Off-road driving Bird watching Dog friendly Views Wildflowers Wildlife

10. Holy Rocks Sand Castles OHV Trail

For the most part, it was a pleasant ride. There were a few spots that were a little rough around the edges. When we followed the map, it took us to a gate that was locked, after which the trail was immediately accessible. As we returned to the starting point, we discovered another trail that led us back to where we started. That part of the trail was a little rough around the edges. Overall, it was a pleasant ride, and I will do it again. One of the easiest OHV trails at Fossil Butte National Monument for beginners.

Length: 16.0 mi Elevation gain: 1,141 ft Route type: Loop

OHV/Off-road driving Bird watching Views Wildlife Rocky No shade

Conclusion

A visit to the Fossil Butte National Monument is well worth the investment of anybody’s time. Hiking is a powerful cardio workout that can lower your risk of heart disease, improve your blood pressure and blood sugar levels, boost bone density (since walking is a weight-bearing exercise), build strength in your glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, and the muscles in your hips and lower legs, strengthen your core, improve balance, help control your weight, and as we mentioned before, our entire reason for going, boost your mood. Lets not forget that hiking outdoors has plenty of perks such as nice views, fresh air, and the sounds and smells of nature. Go the Fossil Butte National Museum in Kemmerer, Wyoming. It is truly an experience that you will regret missing out on.

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