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Backpack to Island Lake and Titcomb Basin in the Bridger Wilderness

Pinedale, Wyoming

Details

Distance

13 miles

Elevation Gain

800 ft

Route Type

Out-and-Back

Description

Added by Daniel Martinez

This is a relatively easy hike that can take up to a day to complete. Approximately 13 miles of hiking from the Elkhart Park Trailhead on the Pole Creek Trail in the Bridger Wilderness brings you to an amazing area with stunning views and access to great fishing and climbing.

Begin at the Elkhart Park Trailhead of the Bridger-Teton National Forest near Pinedale, Wyoming. From here it is approximately 13-14 miles to Island Lake along the Pole Creek Trail, a very popular camping spot in the Bridger Wilderness. There are many lakes on the way to get water from, and the first 6 or so miles are fairly gentle and flat, but can get boring. Make a stop at Photographer's Point on the way if possible or Sacred Rim to get a great view. There are great camping spots on the South end of Island Lake along the hills and by Mistake Lake in Titcomb Basin. Make sure to fish in Island Lake, near the waterfall or the outlet are good spots. 

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Features

Rock Climbing
Camping
Fishing
Photography
Swimming
Backpacking
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Forest
Lake
Scenic
Waterfall
Wildlife
Cliff Jumping

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