![]() Whenever you’re at high altitude, be sure to stay hydrated, take it slow and easy, and be sure to give your body time to adjust to the altitude. Many of the connecting trails are also at high elevation, so be sure to follow the 6 golden rules of hiking at altitude. “The Winds” contain an astonishing 40 peaks over 13,000 feet tall, including Gannett Peak - Wyoming’s highest peak at 13,804 feet - making it Wyoming’s largest mountain range.īig Sandy is one of the highest trailheads in the Wind River Range. Backpackers come here to traverse the Continental Divide, and rock climbers take advantage of its sheer granite peaks. ![]() The Wind River Range is popular with photographers because of its rugged beauty. Top Hikes Nearby: Cirque of the Towers, Pyramid Lake, Continental Divide Trailĭespite the name, Big Sandy is a small Wyoming campground located in the Bridger-Teton National Forest at 9,100 feet, which is open during the summer months.Ĭamping at the Big Sandy Trailhead puts you at the gateway to the most popular hiking trails in the Wind River Range, including Cirque of the Towers, Pyramid Lake, and the Continental Divide Trail. Pit Stops Nearby: Wind River Wild Horse Sanctuary Top Activities: Hiking, backpacking, photography, rock climbing Photo courtesy of Jeff Santry Name: Big Sandy CampgroundĬoordinates/Directions: 42.687767, -109.270787īathroom/Facilities: Vault toilet, no water, no trash pickup Big Sandy Campground – Bridger Teton National Forest Both Highways 191 and 44 provide incredible scenery as they wind through the mountains and skirt edges of the reservoir.ģ. ![]() If your travel plans include Utah, be sure to check out the Flaming Gorge Uintas National Scenic Byway that follows the gorge from Wyoming-Utah state line. Relish the high desert landscape surrounding the river and chill out under the dark night sky in this secluded camping spot. Spend your days fishing and exploring the miles of scenic walks and drives in this unique area. While much of the gorge is surrounded by sheer rock face, this location allows easy entry into the water. This undeveloped site is located near the confluence, and offers dispersed camping for tents, 4×4 campers, RVs and campervans along the riverbank. If you’re looking for a free place to stay for the night in a beautiful remote area (and are okay with a lack of provided amenities), Lost Dog is for you. Davis are many options in this area for dispersed camping as well as designated campgrounds. You may spot bears, bobcats, coyotes, elk, and moose in the area so keep your eyes peeled and don’t forget to bring your camera. The elevation of this Wyoming camping area is 10,500 feet, so be prepared for the high elevation and potential weather changes. ![]() The site is open seasonally from July-October due to snowy conditions in the winter and spring. Lost Lake Trail #395 is a 3.9-mile point-to-point trail with great views of Med Bow Peak and Browns Peak, all while skirting many of the high alpine lakes in the area.īrooklyn Lake Campground doesn’t take reservations, and is first come, first served with a $10 fee. The trail provides spectacular views of both the Snowy Range peaks and the valleys of Rock Creek and Little Laramie River. Sheep Lake Trail #389 is a 9.2-mile hike through alpine meadows, lakes and forest. The campground provides easy access to two hiking trails: Sheep Lake Trail and Lost Glacier Lake Trail. The lake is also stocked with a variety of trout, making this a fun spot for fishing. No motorized boats are allowed, keeping the lake waters calm and inviting for canoeing, row boating, or stand up paddle boarding. Prepare to be awed by views of the snow-capped Browns Peak and the tranquil surface of the Brooklyn Lake. Only about 3 hours from Denver, this remote Wyoming campground features 19 lake-view sites for dry RV/campervan camping or tent camping. Top Hikes Nearby: Sheep Lake Trail, Glacier Lake Trailīrooklyn Lake Campground is located in the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests, which stretch from north-central Colorado to southeastern Wyoming. Pit Stops Nearby: Turtle Rock Trail, Pole Mountain Top Activities: Fishing, hiking, canoeing, horseback riding From Laramie, WY travel 37 miles west on Highway 130, then 2.5 miles north on Brooklyn Lake Road.īathroom/Facilities: Toilets, picnic tables, drinking water, fire rings Photo courtesy of Steph Stallings Name: Brooklyn Lake CampgroundĬoordinates/Directions: 41.374000, -106.247000.
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