WYBDR: 2023 Riding Season Route Updates
Updated March 21, 2023
March 21st, 2023
Important Notice – Winter Snowfall may delay the 2023 riding season
The west has seen a record-breaking season of snowfall this winter which could impact the start to the riding season on many of our routes.
- Plan to start your rides later than expected this year. Some mountain passes may be impassable until mid-July in certain areas.
- Refer to our interactive map to display current snow levels before departing HERE
- Join and follow our official Facebook group pages for updates from other riders. Links are at the bottom of each Route Updates page.
- Check back here for updates, and reach out to local USFS offices for up to date information on gate and road closures.
November 27, 2022
WYBDR Route Update
We have received complaints from the Wyoming Game & Fish Department and the Bighorn National Forest managers about unwanted behavior of riders on the WYBDR. Please review these guidelines before heading out on the WYBDR and Ride Respectfully to help preserve access to our public lands.
Can I fish on the WYBDR?
Each state has its own recreational fishing requirements and restrictions. To learn about the required licenses and stamps for fishing (and hunting) in Wyoming, visit https://wgfd.wyo.gov/apply-or-buy.
Please note, the Wyoming Game & Fish Department has reported a number of riders fishing without the proper licenses and conservation stamps, so please ensure that you have obtained the proper permits if you intend to go fishing during your WYBDR trip.
What if I see a ‘Private Land Sign’?
The WYBDR route includes a few instances where the the track follows an easement road through private land. In many, but not all cases, the land owners have installed “private land” signs and it is important that riders acknowledge these signs and stay on the designated track. If you are unsure of the land ownership adjacent to the roads, such as outside of national forest lands, it’s best to stay on the track to avoid trespassing. In all cases riders should not ride off the roads which creates new trails and damages vegetation. Please remember that riding off the designated roads can jeopardize our right to use these roads for recreation.
What if I encounter a gate along the route?
On most BDRs riders will encounter gates across roads and the WYBDR is no exception. These gates are important and are used by ranchers to control and separate herds. The rule of thumb is to leave the gate as you’ve found it. This means that if it was closed when you found it, close it after passing through. If it was open, leave it open. It is important for riders to follow this rule to prevent animal herds intermixing, and respect the rights and needs of private landowners and permittees.
September 20, 2022
Important WYBDR Update – SECTION 7
Please read this important update before heading out on the WYBDR
- Until further notice, the Renner Wildlife Area portion of Section 7 is CLOSED and off limits to riders.
- Please remain on Hyattville Road for 5.7 miles to reconnect with the main route.
June 6, 2022
Important WYBDR Update
Please read this important update before heading out on the WYBDR
- We have been working with BLM representatives who notified us that the Beaver Rim section of the route will not be open until July 1st. This date coincides with seasonal closures in the national forests. Riders should not ride the entire route before July 1st. On the Beaver Rim this would allow the Greater Sage Grouse birds to hatch their chicks and it would minimize lasting impacts on them.
- Riders should stay on the GPS track on the Beaver Rim section to avoid environmental damage.
- Please review the FAQ on the WYBDR page for information on camping permits.
Join our Facebook Group for more route updates.
Visit the official WYBDR Facebook Group page for ride reports, photos, and discussions with other riders in your area HERE
FOLLOW US!
