Snowmobiling in the Bighorn Mountains 101: FAQ's

We get questions about the Bighorns more than we get questions about our guide service. We totally get it. Not everyone is going to hire a guide service. Some want to take the risk of exploring a new area on their own. Some it works out, others leave disappointed. Here are our frequently asked questions sledders have when visiting the Bighorns.

Where should I stay?

There are plenty of options for lodging in and around the Bighorn Mountains for snowmobilers. We partner with the Best Western in downtown Sheridan (our clients get 27% off, others get 10%). We also partner with Arrowhead Lodge in the Bighorns. (clients get 10% off food and lodging). Other options on the mountain include Bear Lodge Resort and Elk View Inn. If you really want to get remote, High Country Lodge is also an option. Staying on the mountain means you can ride in and out of your lodge. Staying in Sheridan means more things to do after riding, cheaper motel options, but you’re looking at an hour drive to most trailheads everyday.

Arrowhead Lodge (Mountain) - Sled Wyo Partner.

Best Western (Sheridan) - Sled Wyo Partner.

Wyoming High Country (Mountain) - Snowmobile in only destination.

Bear Lodge Resort (Mountain)

Elk View Inn (Mountain)

Where can I get trail passes?

Trail passes are $35 and last from December 1st-June 30th. Trail passes must be displayed on your sled to ride on National Forest Land, even if you don’t plan on riding on any trails.

  • Sheridan Powersports (Ski-Doo Dealer)

  • Peak Powersports (Polaris Dealer)

  • Shiptons Big R (Sheridan)

  • Buckhorn Grocery (Ranchester)

  • Corner Grocery (Dayton)

  • Bear Lodge Resort (Burgess Junction)

  • Elk View Inn (Burgess Junction)

Where can I get 91 Non-Ethanol Fuel?

  • Farmers Co-op (Sheridan)

  • Common Cents Gas Station (Sheridan)

  • Arrowhead Lodge (Burgess Junction)

  • Bear Lodge (Burgess Junction)

  • Elk View Inn (Burgess Junction)

How are trail conditions?

The Bighorns have some of the best groomed trails in the country. There is never a doubt about that. With the exception of low elevation trails like Dry Fork and Red Grade, usually the trails are in great shape from December 15th till about April 1st.

Where is a good place to eat?

Arrowhead Lodge typically has the best burgers and has a great Saturday Night Steak Night option if you’re there on a weekend. In Sheridan, The Pony Bar & Grill, The Warehouse, Sopporos Hibachi Grill, and Killy’s Smokehouse are our go-tos.

Arrowhead Lodge (Mountain) -Burgers, BBQ, Saturday night steaks.

Smith Alley Brewery (Sheridan) -Burgers, sandwiches, beer.

Sopporos (Sheridan) -Japanese Steakhouse, sushi, hibachi.

Killy’s (Sheridan) - Smokehouse, ribs, chicken.

The Warehouse (Sheridan) - Sports bar, contemporary American.

The Pony Bar & Grill (Sheridan) - Sports bar, contemporary American.

Jeffrey ShanorSled WyomingComment