Wind River Range
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Bridger-Teton Summit Lake Loop
Pinedale, Wyoming
40.88 mi
/ 6834 ft gain
Bridger-Teton Summit Lake Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Pinedale, Wyoming.
Seneca Lake Trail
Pinedale, Wyoming
5.0
18.4 mi
/ 2280 ft gain
The Wind River Range is one of the best backpacking + climbing wildernesses in the lower 48. Seneca Lake is right at the beginning of some of the most spectacular high alpine climbing and backpacking routes.
From the Elkhart trailhead parking lot, take the Pole Creek Trail directly adjacent to the restroom. You will follow this trail for approximately 4.5 miles through lodgepole pine forests ...
Photographers Point via Pole Creek Trail
Pinedale, Wyoming
4.5
9.26 mi
/ 1188 ft gain
Begin at the main Elkhart Park parking area. Take the Pole Creek Trail directly adjacent to the restroom. You will follow this trail for approximately 4.5 miles through lodgepole pine forests and beautiful alpine parks.
When you begin seeing large boulders and sheer rock walls, you are approaching the famous "photographer's point". It's a great spot to rest if you're going into the Winds fu...
Climb Fremont Peak via Southeast Buttress
Pinedale, Wyoming
30 mi
/ 4350 ft gain
The typical approach to the SE Buttress is from Indian Basin, probably because it is easier, provided you plan on going to Indian Basin anyway. However, if you plan on visiting Titcomb or climbing Gannett peak via Bonney Pass, I suggest approaching from Lower (Southern) Titcomb Lake. I thought it was more fun, challenging, and scenic.The first step is to hike to 14 miles to Titcomb Basin. From ...
Backpack to Titcomb Basin and Summit Gannett Peak
Pinedale, Wyoming
5.0
50 mi
/ 4000 ft gain
If you are looking for a challenging hike in one of the most remote areas of the rocky mountains then this is the expedition for you. Starting near Pinedale, Wyoming in Elkhart Park you begin a 50 mile round trip that can include a summit of Gannett Peak. Starting elevation of the hike is near 8,000 ft and cumulative elevation gain will eventually be 9,000 ft.Titcomb Basin is 20 miles from the...
Elbow Lake in the Wind River Range
Pinedale, Wyoming
2.0
35.66 mi
/ 4357 ft gain
Elkhart Park Trailhead; Wind River Range, WY. Pole Creek Trail->Seneca Lake Trail->Highline Trail->Elbow Lake
This is an advanced 4 day out and back trip departing from the Elkhart Park Trailhead with two days of travel to Elbow Lake.
As one of the most remote ranges in the country, the Wind Rivers hold a lifetime of potential exploration and seclusion. This is truly wild country fa...
Sacred Rim
Pinedale, Wyoming
4.23 mi
/ 574 ft gain
Sacred Rim is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Pinedale, Wyoming.
Fremont Peak via Pole Creek Trail Loop
Pinedale, Wyoming
36.58 mi
/ 7618 ft gain
Fremont Peak via Pole Creek Trail Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Pinedale, Wyoming.
Titcomb Lakes and Titcomb Basin via Pole Creek Trail, Seneca Lake Trail, and Indian Pass Trail
Pinedale, Wyoming
29.62 mi
/ 3363 ft gain
Titcomb Lakes and Titcomb Basin via Pole Creek Trail, Seneca Lake Trail, and Indian Pass Trail  is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Pinedale, Wyoming.
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Cora, Wyoming
Green River Lakes
Overview
Green River Lakes Campground is located near the shores of beautiful Lower Green River Lake, at an elevation of 8,000 feet. The ...
Cora, Wyoming
Narrows Campground
Overview
Narrows Campground is located next to scenic New Fork Lake, at the edge of the Wind River Range in northwestern Wyoming. Visitor...
Cora, Wyoming
New Fork Lake Group Campground
Overview
Located just 24 miles north of Pinedale, New Fork Group Campground includes large picnic tables, BBQ stands, a fire ring, and a ...
Pinedale, Wyoming
Half Moon Lake Campground
Overview
Half Moon Lake campground is situated just off the northeast shore of Half Moon Lake at an elevation of 7,600 feet in the Bridge...
Pinedale, Wyoming
Fremont Lake
Overview
Fremont Lake Campground is located on the east shore of pristine Fremont Lake at an elevation of 7,400 feet, just 7 miles northe...
Pinedale, Wyoming
Sandy Beach Picnic Area
Overview
Sandy Beach Picnic Area is located on the southeast shores of pristine Fremont Lake at an elevation of 7,400 feet, just 3 miles ...
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