Muddy Gap, Wyoming, is a small unincorporated community with a population of just 3. It’s an important rural crossroads and a gateway to central and western Wyoming history and public lands. The area is surrounded by history, with the Oregon and Mormon Trails passing nearby, and landmarks like Split Rock and Independence Rock, Devil’s Gate, and Martin’s Cove: Mormon Trail Site.
Geographic Significance
Muddy Gap is located in Carbon County, Wyoming, at an elevation of 6,296 feet, where major regional highways intersect. The only fuel stop for many long miles is a single store, which is essentially the downtown area. Anyone who works at the store has to live there due to its remote location.
Jeffrey City is located about 24.1 miles northwest via US-287 N, while other nearby surrounding communities include Lamont, Bairoil, and Alcova. Rawlins is about 43.1 miles south, offering the closest access to actual civilization.
Historical Context
Long before settlers and their wagons arrived, or the Mormons with their pull cars, the region was home to the Ute, Eastern Shoshone, Cheyenne, and Arapaho nations. The area is steeped in history, making it a beautiful and worthwhile drive to experience.
Original reporting: K2 Radio (Casper) — read the source article.
