designated Wyoming State Scenic Byways by the state of Wyoming. Hazards Encountering bears is a concern in the Wind River Range. There are other concerns as well, including bugs, wildfires, adverse snow conditions and nighttime cold temperatures. Importantly, there have been notable incidents, including accidental deaths, due to falls from steep cliffs (a misstep could be fatal in this class 4/5 terrain) and due to falling rocks, over the years, including 1993, 2007 (involving an experienced NOLS leader), 2015 and 2018. Other incidents include a seriously injured backpacker being airlifted near SquareTop Mountain in 2005, and a fatal hiker incident (from an apparent accidental fall) in 2006 that involved state search and rescue. The U.S. Forest Service does not offer updated aggregated records on the official number of fatalities in the Wind River Range. Popular culture Shoshone National Forest is the setting of the 2016 first person adventure video game, Firewatch. References External links Shoshone National Forest Civilian Conservation Corps in Wyoming 1891 establishments in Wyoming Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem Landmarks in Wyoming National Forests of the Rocky Mountains National Forests of Wyoming Protected areas established in 1891 Protected areas of Fremont County, Wyoming Protected areas of Hot Springs County, Wyoming Protected areas of Park County, Wyoming Protected areas of Sublette County, Wyoming Protected areas of Teton County, Wyoming