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See Southwest Wyoming’s wild horses in an unforgettable way. With the breathtaking high-desert landscape as your backdrop, go off-road and witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Look out for other critters as well including desert elk, rabbits, coyotes, hawks and eagles. #1 ROCK SPRINGS WILD HORSE HOLDING FACILITY The Wild Horse Holding Facility houses more than 800 wild horses at times which are also available for adoption. View these magnificent animals year-round from a viewing kiosk or schedule a guided tour of the facility. #2 PILOT BUTTE #3 GREEN RIVER Green River marks the end of this scenic drive. Stroll through a charming downtown, visit a museum or get in some runs at the Green River Bike Park. There’s plenty to explore in this riverside town. Distance: 23 miles (recommended for AWD vehicles) Route: From Rock Springs, take I-80 to Elk Street exit 104 and go north. Turn right onto Lionkol Road to visit the Wild Horse Holding Facility or continue north on Elk Street (US-191) 14 miles and turn left on CR 4-14 (Fourteen Mile Road). Travel 2.5 miles and take a left on CR-53. Follow CR-53 until you reach the turnoff for Pilot Butte. Or continue on CR-53 for 21.5 miles to Green River. To access the route from Green River, exit I-80 at Flaming Gorge Way and turn on Wild Horse Canyon Road.
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