Welcome to Medicine Bow, WY. A small town with a big history
Home of The Virginian, Medicine Bow offers exciting & historic adventures for the visitor, and a friendly place to live for residents.
Medicine Bow, Wyoming - Wikipedia
Medicine Bow is a town in Carbon County, Wyoming, United States. Its population was 284 at the 2010 census. The community largely owes its existence to the first transcontinental railroad, built through the area in 1868. A post office called Medicine Bow has been in operation since 1869. [6] . The community was named after the Medicine Bow River.
Things to see and do in Medicine Bow
Snowy Range & Medicine Bow National Forest A one to two hour drive from Medicine Bow, a trip over the Snowy Range on Hwy. 130 is truly scenic. From high plain through pine forest to alpine glade, the drive encompasses the views and beauty of the area.
Visit Medicine Bow, Wyoming
Medicine Bow has lots of great attractions including the Medicine Bow Museum, Owen Wister Cabin, The Virginian Hotel, Seminoe Lake, and the Shirley Basin.
Town of Medicine Bow, Wyoming
Located at the junction of US Highway 30 and Wyoming Highway 487. Centrally located between Casper, Laramie, and Rawlins. Medicine Bow is a small Western town with big character. It is where the deer and the antelope really do play. A fun place to visit--a great place to live.
Reasons to visit Medicine Bow, Wyoming at least once in your ...
Medicine Bow, Wyoming is famous for its stunning natural beauty, including the expansive Medicine Bow National Forest and picturesque alpine lakes. The town is also known for its rich Western heritage, showcased through events like the Medicine Bow Rodeo and historic sites such as the Wyoming Territorial Prison.
Plan Your Visit to the Medicine Bow Museum
Get helpful directions, museum hours and ideas for your trip to Medicine Bow, Wyoming. Plan to visit our historic train depot from 1913 and Owen Wister's Cabin and Monument.