Thunder Basin National Grassland

Thunder Basin National Grassland is situated between Big Horn Mountains and the Black Hills. The grassland has an elevation of 3,600 feet to 5,200 feet. The grasslands are in northeast Wyoming near the town of Douglas. As another location point the grasslands are found in Powder River Basin. Locals head to Thunder Basin National Grassland for outdoor recreation all year long. Hiking, hunting, fishing, skiing, and sightseeing are all options. Camping is also allowed within the national grasslands, though there are no developed grounds.

Throughout the year wildlife can be spotted in the meadows, near the rivers, and along the trails. Livestock, coyotes, moose, deer, small animals, and birds are some of the wildlife. The land in Thunder Basin National Grassland is federal, state, and private depending where visitors head. The land area is found in Converse, Weston, Campbell, Niobrara, and Crook counties. The Medicine Bow Routt National Forest is also managed by the same forest service office in Laramie, Wyoming as Thunder Basin. There is also a local ranger station in Douglas. Visitors who wish to camp will need to understand wildlife safety, so it is a good idea to stop by the ranger station to discuss camping areas and safety.