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The Wind River Range is a mountain range of the Rocky Mountains in western Wyoming, with the highest peak in Wyoming, Gannett Peak. It has a rich history, geology, hydrology and wildlife, and is protected by several national forests and wilderness areas.
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Explore the Wind River Range, home to Wyoming's highest peak and 19 of the 20 highest peaks in the state. Find hiking trails, camping spots, climbing routes and scenic views in this remote and majestic mountain range.
Jun 4, 2024 · Explore Wyoming's Wind River Range, a stunning mountain range with over 1,300 lakes and granite peaks over 13,000 feet. Find tips, photos, and stories for 10 classic backpacking routes, from beginner-friendly to challenging, with links to full trip details.
- The Cirque of the Towers. Trailhead start: Big Sandy Trailhead. Trail Type: Loop. Distance: 24 miles. Suggested Time: 3-4 days. Difficulty: Moderate. Lay eyes on the most iconic skyline in the Wind River Range on this 24-mile loop to the Cirque of the Towers.
- Titcomb Basin. Trailhead start: Elkhart Park Trailhead. Trail Type: Out and back. Distance: 30 miles. Suggested Time: 4-5 days. Difficulty: Hard. Titcomb Basin will always hold a special place in my heart, as it’s where I witnessed the Total Solar Eclipse of 2017.
- The Glacier Trail to Gannett Peak. Trailhead start: Trail Lake Trailhead. Trail Type: Out and back. Distance: 50 miles. Suggested Time: 5-6 days. Difficulty: Very hard, mountaineering skills required.
- Bomber Basin. Trailhead start: Trail Lake Trailhead. Trail Type: Out and back. Distance: 8 miles. Suggested Time: 2 days. Difficulty: Easy. If you like a bit of history in your hikes, head out on the 8-mile out-and-back Bomber Basin trek in the northeast corner of the Winds.
- The Classic: Titcomb Basin. Trailhead Start: Elkhart Park. Mileage: 29-30 miles RT. Trip Type: Out-and-back. Elevation Gain: 3,100 feet over 10.5 miles (9,400 ft to 10,626 ft)
- The Other Classic: Cirque of the Towers. Trailhead Start: Big Sandy Trailhead. Mileage: 23-24 miles RT. Trip Type: Loop. Elevation Gain: 2,400 feet over 13 miles 9,100 ft to 11,500 ft)
- The Wild Card: Dad’s Lake. Trailhead Start: Big Sandy Trailhead. Mileage: 12 miles RT. Trip Type: Out-and-back. Elevation Gain: 2,200 feet over 6 miles (9,100 ft to 11,300 ft)
- The Happy Medium: Seneca Lake. Trailhead Start: Elkhart Park. Mileage: 17 miles RT. Trip Type: Out-and-back. Elevation Gain: 2,500 feet over 8.5 miles (9,100 ft to 11,300 ft)
Sep 20, 2023 · Explore the wild and scenic Wind River Range in Wyoming with these eight backpacking trails. Find out the distance, elevation, difficulty, and highlights of each trail, from easy lakeside hikes to challenging alpine loops.
Explore the largest and most rugged mountain range in Wyoming, with over 40 peaks over 13,000 feet, glaciers, lakes, and alpine meadows. Find hiking, backpacking, hunting, and climbing trails, tips, and services in this wilderness area.