Medicine Bow calls to RV nomads with its Wild West roots from Owen Wister's 'The Virginian' and sweeping views of the Snowy Range Mountains. Park your rig at East Allen Lake Public Access or The Virginian to chase trout in Lake Hattie or hike Medicine Bow National Forest trails. These two spots anchor your Wyoming adventure in cowboy country.
Medicine Bow perches on Wyoming Highway 30 in Carbon County, home to the storied Virginian Hotel that nods to Owen Wister's groundbreaking cowboy novel. Fish the blue-ribbon waters of Lake Hattie ten miles north, climb bizarre rock formations at Vedauwoo, or chase elk during the fall rut in Medicine Bow National Forest. The town buzzes with the July Medicine Bow Rodeo, where locals rope and ride under open skies.
East Allen Lake Public Access draws pet owners to its lakeside sites perfect for walks with Fido. The Virginian caters to comfort seekers with hot showers and fresh drinking water, rates starting at $30 per night. Both parks launch you into day trips across high plains and granite peaks, blending quiet nights with frontier thrills.
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Medicine Bow shines as the inspiration for Owen Wister's 'The Virginian,' the first cowboy novel. The historic Virginian Hotel stands on Highway 30, drawing fans of Western lore. Gateway status to Snowy Range Mountains adds hiking and scenic drives for modern explorers. Total word count hits summer rodeo vibes too.
Find East Allen Lake Public Access and The Virginian right in Medicine Bow. East Allen Lake sits lakeside for pet-friendly camping, while The Virginian offers showers and drinking water starting at $30/night. Both hug Highway 30, minutes from town amenities and forest trails.
Yes, East Allen Lake Public Access allows pets on its open sites. Families bring dogs to roam near the water, blending camping with pet adventures. The spot suits casual stays amid Medicine Bow's high plains, close to Lake Hattie walks.