Medicine Bow Peak

Medicine Bow Peak is the highest point in the Medicine Bow Mountains, a range in the Rocky Mountains that spans northern Colorado and southern Wyoming. The peak itself is located in Wyoming and reaches an elevation of 12,014 feet (3,662 meters). The Medicine Bow Mountains are part of the larger Front Range and extend for about 100 miles. The area is known for its scenic beauty and is partly covered by Medicine Bow and Roosevelt national forests. The name "Medicine Bow" is believed to originate from Native American traditions of gathering wood for bows and holding ceremonial dances.12