Seminoe Mountains
| Seminoe Mountains | |
|---|---|
The Seminoe to Alcova Byway | |
| Highest point | |
| Peak | Bradley Peak |
| Elevation | 8,949 ft (2,728 m) |
| Coordinates | 42°08′N 106°54′W / 42.14°N 106.90°W |
| Geography | |
| Location | Carbon County, Wyoming, U.S. |
| Parent range | Rocky Mountains |
| Geology | |
| Rock age | Archean (approx. 2.7 Ga) |
The Seminoe Mountains are a small mountain range in Carbon County, Wyoming. Located in the south-central portion of the state, the range forms a part of the northern boundary of the Seminoe Reservoir and is known for its rugged terrain, ancient Archean rock formations, and historical mining activity.
The name Seminoe is often mistakenly attributed to the Seminole tribe. It is actually an Americanized spelling of "Cimineau". The range was named for Basil Cimineau Lajeunesse, a French trapper and explorer who was active in the region during the 19th century.
In the late 1800s, the mountains were prospected for gold. Gold anomalies were identified at Bradley Peak, and iron ore deposits were also located in the late 1800s.
On August 7, 2020, a 1,600-acre fire started near Bradley Peak. Carbon County ordered some evacuations because of the fire. The cause was unknown.