Wyoming
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Top Backpacking Spots in and near Wyoming
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Alta, Wyoming
Backpack the South Fork of Garnet Canyon
5.011 mi / 4682 ft gainTo start this trip you will need to go to one of the local ranger stations for a backcountry permit, Jenny Lake, Colter Bay, etc. Or if you like to plan ahead, you can make a reservation January through May on https://www.nps.gov/grte/plany... …When you get to the ranger station to pick up your ...Read more -
Centennial, Wyoming
Hike Sheep Lake Trail
6 mi / 1000 ft gainThere are a few ways to get you to Sheep Lake Trail, this particular one will take you to the trailhead via the Lewis Lake Trailhead near the picnic area. It makes it a longer hike, but trust, it's a beautiful one, and definitely not a hike you'll want to miss. The hike starts at an approximate e...Read more -
Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Backpack to Slough Creek's Backcountry Campsites
20.49 mi / 1286 ft gainAccess to Slough Creek is via the Slough Creek Road that starts 6 miles east on the Northeast Entrance Road from Tower Junction. It is 2.5 miles to the Slough Creek Campground located at the end of the road. Starting at the Slough Creek Trailhead you will find a small parking area and a restroom...Read more -
Jackson, Wyoming
Hike to Goodwin Lake
4.06.2 mi / 1453 ft gainThis trail is moderately rated and is primarily used for hiking, walking, and exploring. The beginning of the trail is rather steep. Stretches of elevation gain can be quite challenging, but the views are well worth the exertion and the trail does level off after the initial incline. There are so...Read more -
Pinedale, Wyoming
Backpack the Pole Creek Trail, Wind River Range
5.018 mi / 2687 ft gainBackpacking in the Wind River Range Requires a permit, so make sure you go through the process of getting that before you set out on this adventure. https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail... Getting to the trailhead from the town of Pinedale, WY, you drive to the east side of town and turn left onto Frem...Read more -
Pinedale, Wyoming
Backpack to Green River Lakes, Wind River Range
27 mi / 2100 ft gainDAY 1 - SPRING CREEK TH TO TRAPPER LAKEShuttle cars to park one vehicle at the Green River Lakes Trailhead (about 40 minutes outside of Pinedale, Wyoming) and return back to Pinedale to begin at the Spring Creek Trailhead. Begin hiking making your way to Trapper Lakes. There are several wonderful...Read more -
Pinedale, Wyoming
Winter Camping at Fremont Lake Overlook
0.25 miIf this is your initiation into winter camping, make it a memorable one by overlooking the beautiful Fremont Lake.There are several spots no more than 200 yards out on the hills that overlook the lake, so take your pick, as I've never seen another soul camping here. The views are spectacular, and...Read more -
Buffalo, Wyoming
Backpack to Highland Lake
5.016 mi / 1500 ft gainTo get to Little Goose Trailhead take Red Grade Rd. west out of the little town on Bighorn for about 10 miles, then keep your eye out for FS Rd. 314 on the left, this you will follow until the road will eventually dead-end at the trailhead. There are a couple creek crossings and the road is prett...Read more -
Dubois, Wyoming
Backpack the Glacier Trail and Summit Gannett Peak
50 mi / 8000 ft gainThe trail to get to the summit of Gannett Peak is not for the faint of heart. It is a 50+ mile round trip with over 10,000 feet of elevation gain/loss. Late June through August are the best times to climb Gannett, but if you go too late in the summer and it has been a hot one, then there is a ch...Read more -
Buffalo, Wyoming
Backpack to Willow Lake in the Cloud Peak Wilderness
5.08.4 mi / 8100 ft gainThis was my first ever backpacking adventure and I couldn't recommend a better first timer trip. It's only a little over 8 miles so can easily be done as a full day hike, or backpacking for beginners! To get to the trailhead, you'll take Hwy 16 west from Buffalo, WY to Forest Service Road 20. You...Read more -
Alta, Wyoming
Cascade Canyon Trail
8.92 mi / 1128 ft gainThis is a really scenic trail in the Grand Teton National Park. If you follow the trail all the way it will lead you to Lake Solitude. This hike about 12+ miles round trip, depending on if you get the ferry across Jenny Lake (less with ferry). The actual hike begins on the west side of Jenny la...Read more -
Buffalo, Wyoming
Summit Blacktooth Mountain
24 mi / 4000 ft gainTo get to the Little Goose Trailhead make sure you have a vehicle capable of traveling over very rough terrain and big rocks and cross 3 creeks, one of which is about 50 feet wide and 2 feet deep. Four-wheel drive would be strongly recommended. From the Little Goose Trailhead you will need to hi...Read more -
Buffalo, Wyoming
Hike to Rainbow Lake in the Cloud Peak Wilderness
Best accessed from the Geneva Pass trail, Rainbow Lake is a gorgeous hidden gem. It's not on the main Solitude Trail or the Lake Loop, but it's pretty straightforward to access. The lake is most easily reached via the Cliff Lake Trail. If you're approaching from Geneva Pass, take the Cliff Lake T...Read more -
Big Horn County, Wyoming
Hike to Bomber Mountain
5.022.8 mi / 3000 ft gainStarting at West Tensleep Lake Trailhead is the best place to begin the trek up to Bomber Mountain. It is a 6.5 mile hike up to Mistymoon Lake following trail #63. It is about 1,100 foot elevation gain in the 6.5 miles, and the hike is very nice going in and out of the trees so you can get some s...Read more -
Teton Village, Wyoming
Hike the Granite Canyon Trail
3.013.14 mi / 1703 ft gainThe Granite Canyon Trail is located near Teton Village, Wyoming and is best for experienced hikers. The trail is typically trafficked from March until August. This hike can be shortened by taking the tram in Teton Village to the top of Rendezvous Mountain, and then hiking down to Marion Lake and ...Read more -
Buffalo, Wyoming
Backpack to Robin Lake
5.012 mi / 1500 ft gainStarting at Coffeen Park, head south on the Solitude Trail. This trail will wind through the woods for several miles, passing Lake Geneva, and then Solitude Lake. After a glimpse of Solitude (it's a bit off the trail to the west), you'll start the climb up to Geneva Pass. After Geneva Lake, the e...Read more
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