When you just want to get away from it all, you can't do much better than the spectacular Wyoming wilderness. With numerous state parks, national forests, and more rivers and lakes than you can shake a stick at, you can take your pick of isolated places to escape to.
In fact, the most remote spot in Wyoming also happens to be one of the most remote in the whole country. The Thorofare region, in the southeast corner of Yellowstone National Park, is the single area in the continental U.S. that is furthest from roads. It's the perfect spot for going off the grid for a few days and it happens to be breathtaking.
Covering over 2600 square miles right where the southeast tip of Yellowstone National Park meets the Bridger-Teton National Forest and the Shoshone National Forest, Thorofare offers stunning views in every direction.
Nights are serene and tranquil with no one nearby.
Indian paintbrush, black-eyed Susan, and other native Wyoming wildflowers add splashes of color to the remote landscape.
Several rivers run through this isolated part of Wyoming including the Yellowstone, Snake, and Thorofare rivers.
Secluded though it may be, you'll still come across a forest rangers' cabin when hiking around the Thorofare.
Mariposa Lake is among many in the region, and considered one of the best for fishing.
Wyoming wildlife appreciates the peace and quite of Thorofare as much as humans do. You're likely to see a variety of animals, but most reports on the area caution visitors to take along bear mace and stay alert for grizzlies.
For a more in-depth look, check out this video:
Thorofare might be the most remote spot in the state, but we have acres and acres of wilderness within our borders. What beautiful, isolated spots have you found in Wyoming?
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