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A bison walks along the trail, with hazy mountains in the background. This reminded our hiking party of hiking in the Appalachian Mountains, especially in TN and NC.
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Early in the spring and summer, the Lamar River crossing can be tricky because of the snow melt. Later in the summer, or in light snow years, its not as bad. Your feet will definitely get wet!
The top of Amethyst Mountain (9614'), the highest point on Specimen Ridge.
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David Hitchcock
May 29, 2022 near Tower Junction, WY
“A bison walks along the trail, with hazy mountains in the background. This reminded our hiking party of hiking in the Appalachian Mountains, especially in TN and NC.”  

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A bison walks along the trail, with hazy mountains in the background. This reminded our hiking party of hiking in the Appalachian Mountains, especially in TN and NC.
The top of Amethyst Mountain (9614'), the highest point on Specimen Ridge.
The trail climbs steadily up the ridge. Its a gradual climb that offers fantastic views, even on a smoky day.
Overlooking the confluence of Soda Butte Creek and the Lamar River from the Specimen Ridge Trail.
Awesome views headed to Amethyst Mountain (9614').
Even in July, wildfires are blooming at the higher elevations. The trail descends through fields and forests at this point.
Sometimes you have to share the trail with the animals, as you can see as these bison use the trail to come down the hill. Give them a wide berth, or wait for them to clear before continuing.
Early in the spring and summer, the Lamar River crossing can be tricky because of the snow melt. Later in the summer, or in light snow years, its not as bad. Your feet will definitely get wet!
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Tower Junction, WY
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