At over 13,150-feet high, Francs Peak,
located on the border of Wyoming’s Washakie Wilderness and the
Shoshone National Forest, is the highest point in the Absaroka Mountains,
which stretch from north central part of the state into south central
Montana.
Those who climb Francs Peak, which is a relatively easy task normally
achieved in less than a day, are rewarded with incomparable vistas of
some of the most rugged and beautiful portions of 2 states.
Wyoming wildlife observation is especially rewarding here. Animals native
to and still present in the Wyoming mountains thrive on Francs Peak.
Species visitors may see include mule and white-tailed deer, black and
grizzly bears, grey wolves, moose, pronghorn antelope, bighorn sheep,
cougar, bobcats, wolverine, and marten.
Camping, hunting, hiking and horse-back riding are the main activities
enjoyed in the vicinity of Francs Peak. The Wyoming fishing opportunities
aren’t spectacular, but some streams yield decent-sized trout.
