Medicine Wheel
U.S. Highway 14A, 22 miles west of Burgess Junction

The builders and purpose of the Medicine Wheel are unknown. It is currently thought that it was religious in nature, or it may have had astronomical implications, or both. It is constructed of stones laid side by side, forming an almost perfect circle 74 feet in diameter with 28 spokes. An associated radio-carbon date is about 1760. Crow Indian legend says that when they came, the wheel was there. They migrated to the Big Horn Basin around 1776.

Modern Indians use the Medicine Wheel for religious ceremonies. At times, flags, or offerings are left about the wheel, signifying that a ceremony has taken place. The Forest Service does not interfere with these ceremonies, so please do not destroy, or remove the objects. As part of their ceremonial activities the Indians may build an open fire and you may see evidence of this. However, open fires by the general public are prohibited.

The Medicine Wheel is designated a National Historic Landmark, which means it has national significance. It is not only the responsibility of the Government to protect this national landmark but also every American.