The Snowy Range Scenic Byway is now open. Expect snow to impact access to Medicine Bow Peak trailheads, Sugarloaf trailheads, Sand Lake Road, and high elevation campgrounds including Brooklyn Lake, Sugarloaf, and Silver Lake Campgrounds through June. Snow should clear by early- to mid-July and make way for alpine wildflowers. In the meantime, be prepared to camp and hike at lower elevations and enjoy the snow at high elevation.
Nestled at the base of the Snowy Range Scenic Byway, the community of Centennial is the gateway to the Snowy Range Mountains and is home to 300 residents. The town was originally formed to support the railroad and timber industries, and visitors can explore this colorful history by visiting the Nici Self Museum. Centennial also serves as the ideal jumping-off point for those seeking outdoor adventure, offering abundant recreation opportunities for enthusiasts of all kinds all year-round. In a small town, the locals have their favorite longtime watering holes and eateries, and you’re just as likely to find families in their snow pants as cowboys in their Wranglers. Check our Centennial Dining and Centennial Lodging pages to plan your visit to this western getaway.
The webcam below is courtesy of the Mountain View Historic Hotel in the heart of the town. Check the webcam for current highway conditions, and be sure to check back for a few surprises on the 4th of July.
