6. Shoshoni to Ten Sleep
SHOSHONI TO TEN SLEEP – 104 miles
Leaving Shoshoni and continuing northward the WYBDR follows the wide dirt Badwater Road past more mining and extraction areas. It’s fast fun riding and after passing a couple small mining support towns (Lysite and Lost Cabin) the route ascends towards Cottonwood Pass (elev. 6,727). This barely noticeable pass marks the beginning of a memorable section that descends the Nowood Road towards Ten Sleep. This farm-filled valley is surrounded by rock walls to create a high contrast of greens and reds. It’s picturesque to say the least. Riders will pass through a narrow gap where Nowood River has carved its way through a ridge on Mahogany Butte.
After a few more miles on Upper Nowood Road through bucolic settings, the route branches off onto County Road 58 where the track gets a little rougher and definitely integrates more red hues into its surface. Eventually CR 58 connects back to the main road which leads to a thriving town of Ten Sleep (pop. 214) where you can find food, gas, lodging, camping and beer (at Ten Sleep Brewing Co.)!
6. Shoshoni to Ten Sleep
SHOSHONI TO TEN SLEEP – 104 miles
Leaving Shoshoni and continuing northward the WYBDR follows the wide dirt Badwater Road past more mining and extraction areas. It’s fast fun riding and after passing a couple small mining support towns (Lysite and Lost Cabin) the route ascends towards Cottonwood Pass (elev. 6,727). This barely noticeable pass marks the beginning of a memorable section that descends the Nowood Road towards Ten Sleep. This farm-filled valley is surrounded by rock walls to create a high contrast of greens and reds. It’s picturesque to say the least. Riders will pass through a narrow gap where Nowood River has carved its way through a ridge on Mahogany Butte.
After a few more miles on Upper Nowood Road through bucolic settings, the route branches off onto County Road 58 where the track gets a little rougher and definitely integrates more red hues into its surface. Eventually CR 58 connects back to the main road which leads to a thriving town of Ten Sleep (pop. 214) where you can find food, gas, lodging, camping and beer (at Ten Sleep Brewing Co.)!
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