"HOLE-IN-THE WALL"...WYOMING

Location: southwest of Kaycee at the southern end of the Big Horn Mountains.

History: A notorious refuge for rustlers, killers, thieves and wanted men, the 'Hole' is a narrow notch in the great Red Wall of central Wyoming, although for years the region had been a favorite hide-out for Outlaws. Nearby is the site of Blue Creek Ranch, a 40 acre spread originally owned by Butch Cassidy up until 1892. 

Ride: Flat open range runs into rolling hills, canyons and into high country proper. Elevations rise from 5,200 - 8,200 feet. Remote, unchanged it is a stunning refuge. Based from a log bunk/cook house, built around 1890 and out in the field camping under the stars, explore old campsites, see cabin foundations used by the Wild Bunch and Hole-in-the-Wall Gang. Ride part of the old Sioux Trail towards the Big Horns using the Arminto Stock Trail. The Outlaw Caves, Dull Knife Battleground and sites of the Johnson County War are very close. Trailing through the rugged trackless mountains it is easy to appreciate why it was an ideal refuge. Natural barriers like the 50 mile long Red Wall, make passage difficult in many places. Keep your eyes peeled for deer and antelope and marvel at the virtually unchanged land base. 

7days/6nights. Accommodation: bunkhouse & tents. Group size: 2 - 12 Cost $1,700. Departures June thru September