Tucked in the Medicine Bow National Forest above Centennial and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Snowy Range Lodge is a handcrafted 1924 log masterpiece by Laramie architect Wilbur Hitchcock. Framed by pine and aspen, the three-story lodge blends rustic charm with mountain elegance.
A longtime host to weddings, events, and family gatherings, it is now available for purchase for the first time in nearly half a century.The Snowy Range Lodge rests near the banks of Libby Creek, which begins high in the Medicine Bow peaks and flows south of the property.
Willows offer privacy and vibrant fall color, while dense pine and aspen forests surround the Lodge. The spring-fed Rosemary Lake provides a stunning backdrop for weddings and gatherings. Overhead, white-barked aspens rustle in the breeze, adding golden hues in autumn.
Wild rose bushes, Indian paintbrush, wild iris, and fireweed dot the property. The 2.05-acre site is held under a USDA Forest Service permit, but with thousands of acres surrounding it, the setting feels truly boundless. Designed by renowned Laramie architect Wilbur Hitchcock, this handcrafted log lodge spans 7,442 square feet across three floors.
The logs-harvested over a century ago from the surrounding forest-were laboriously hand-peeled using drawknives, hewn by hand, and precisely set in place, reflecting Hitchcock's commitment to natural materials and timeless craftsmanship. Visitors approach with awe, greeted by a wraparound wooden deck and a custom-crafted lodgepole railing that frames the rustic exterior.
Double doors open to a Great Room, designed for lively gatherings, celebratory toasts, and evening dances. At its heart stands a massive fieldstone fireplace, built from local rock and rising through the open second floor, anchoring the space both visually and socially.
Surrounded by warm, comfortable seating, it becomes a natural place for late-night storytelling, live music or quiet reflection. Mounted moose, elk, and mule deer look on from the walls, honoring the lodge's deep hunting tradition and alpine character.
A functional service kitchen-complete with a unique electrified wood-burning cook stove, freight elevator, and conveniently located restrooms-sits at the west end of the building. The second floor offers comfortable accommodations with four spacious bedrooms, a cozy sitting room, and a dining space ideal for hosting family and overnight guests.
From the interior balcony, guests overlook the grand stone fireplace below-playing cards, relaxing, or simply enjoying a bird's-eye view of the main gathering space and entry. Just outside, a lodgepole pine flagpole proudly flies the American flag and the iconic buffalo-crested Wyoming state flag.
The third floor serves as private quarters for the caretaker, along with open storage space bathed in natural light from overhead skylights. Along the southern exposure, a ground-level covered porch stretches the length of the lodge-offering a sheltered space to sit quietly, listen to Libby Creek, watch the forest come alive, or take in a summer rain or gentle winter snowfall.
Nearby, a relocated log structure houses the propane boiler, maintaining the property's utility while preserving its authentic character. The Snowy Range Lodge is 2.5 miles west of historic Centennial at an elevation of 8,500 feet. Nestled at the base of Wyoming's Snowy Range, Centennial is a four-season gateway to alpine adventure.
Just off the Snowy Range Scenic Byway (Highway 130), this picturesque town, home to 283 residents, sits minutes from some of the region's most iconic outdoor landmarks-making it the ideal launch point for recreation stretching all the way to Medicine Bow Peak, the range's highest summit.
In winter, Centennial transforms into a snow-covered basecamp. Snowy Range Ski Area, located just 5 miles up the Byway, offers groomed downhill runs and cross-country skiing, terrain parks, and powder stashes-all with stunning mountain views and minima
