Day 17

Lovell to Sheridan

Saturday, August 29, 2026

Today promises to be a memorable and momentous day, as you will ascend to Observation Point, which, at 9,430 feet, is the highest point of your epic journey. The morning will begin with a leisurely 20 miles of warm-up terrain. Look for the pelicans as you cross the Bighorn River, and get ready to start the toughest climb of the trip. The path you will follow, known as “The Medicine Wheel Passage,” twists up, up, and up for 20 miles (and plenty of double-digit gradients) through the Bighorn National Forest. Take a moment to congratulate yourself at the top and be sure to get a photo at Observation Point with your bike over your head — you've earned it! Enjoy the views of the high mountain meadows as you continue on and keep your eyes peeled for marmots, moose, and bighorn sheep. After another delicious picnic lunch hosted by your guides, enjoy the sweeping, picturesque descent into the quintessential ranching town of Sheridan.

Elevation Profile