With so much open space in Wyoming, finding a scenic drive isn’t particularly hard to do. Some of these drives, though, truly stand out above the rest! You might think of The Beartooth Highway or Chief Joseph Scenic Byway, two of the most popular gorgeous drives in the state, but did you know there’s a short drive in the southwestern part of Wyoming that shows off stunning views and wild horses? Check it out!

You'll start your journey in either Rock Springs or Green River, and head out on the Pilot Butte Scenic Horse Loop to get to the other city. You can expect your trip to take about an hour and a half - but leave yourself enough time so that you won't have to rush!
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The loop road itself is almost entirely gravel and maintained from May through October. Be sure to fill up your tank before you head out!
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Being prepared will ensure you have the best possible journey, without having to stress about your vehicle or your safety. Fill up the tank, check your spare tire before you head out (and know how to change it!), and preferably travel in a high-clearance vehicle. Cell phone service is spotty, so be sure to let someone in town know where you'll be and when to expect you back! Carry some extra food and water, too, in case you hit a delay.

You'll also want to bring binoculars and a camera to make the most of your viewing experience.
Lots of times, wild horses are grazing close to the road! Drive carefully, as they can spook and bolt across the way. While there are over 1,100 horses in the Rock Springs management area, your best chance to see them on this loop is between Rock Springs and 14-Mile Hill, as well as across all of White Mountain.
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The best viewing times are early mornings or late afternoons. At these times, you might also get to see desert elk, rabbits, hawks, eagles, and coyotes. Did you know this area is home to the world's only desert elk herd?

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These mustangs look so much like domestic horses because they are, in a way. The horses that live in the Bureau of Land Management areas are descendants of Spanish horses that came along with colonizers and escaped.
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In the spring and summer, you'll see mares and foals, as well as yearlings that are learning how to establish themselves in their herds. In the early fall, the foals are bigger and more playful as they truly come into their own.
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Did you know that you can adopt a wild mustang from the BLM? If you're an experienced horse person, you might find your next partner out here! The holding area in Rock Springs has more information about horses available for adoption.
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Take a few hours and explore the Pilot Butte Wild Horse Scenic Loop and you’ll truly appreciate all that Southwestern Wyoming has to show off.

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Pilot Butte Wild Horse Scenic Loop, Wild Horse Canyon Rd, Green River, WY 82935, USA