Trails: Three trail networks in the northern Bighorn National Forest are groomed for cross-country skiing.
Sibley Lake - Black Mountain Nordic Club grooms 16 km (10 miles) of trails, 4 loops 1 to 4 miles long, one Easiest, two More Difficult, one Most Difficult
Cutler Hill - 5 or 6 km groomed by BMNC, (3 to 4 miles), one Easy loop, three linear trails, one More Difficult, two Most Difficult, dogs are allowed
Antelope Butte - 5 km packed, four stacked loops
Many backcountry trails are located throughout the Big Horn National Forest. Check with the local ranger station or at Big Horn Mountain Sports in Sheridan. Trail fees: No charge (winter 2009-10) Donations accepted Tel: See the Bighorn National Forest website. Snow report: Trail conditions are reported on the National Forest website. Nearest town: Dayton, WY Web site:Bighorn NF Trail map: Pick up a map at the Forest Service office in Sheridan. Equipment rentals: At Big Horn Mountain Sports Ski lessons: Check with Big Horn Mountain Sports Other winter activities: Alpine sking & snowboarding at Antelope Butte (when open), snowshoeing Facilities: Sibley Lake has a restroom. Ski lodge at Antelope Butte (may be closed permanently) Lodging on site: None Lodging nearby: Sheridan and Buffalo have a few hotels and other accommodations. Tourism info:Sheridan CVB Weather forecast:Dayton Location of trails: Sibley Lake Trails are about 20 miles southwest of Dayton on US-14. Cutler Trails are a couple miles north of Sibley on US-14. Antelope Butte trails can be accessed at the ski area 6 miles south of Burgess Junction on US-14. Map of local region:Sibley Lake Trails
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